In English 61, we are reading Motorcycle on the Sea of Tranquility. Mr. Lewenstein told us it's going to be good. I believe him. It's a novel about the sixties, but the subject matter seems to be something we can all care about. The first two chapters are intense. If the rest of the book is like the first two chapters, this is going to be a crazy ride. Below I write about the Real Surprise at Chuy's Big Surprise Party.
Everyone was so happy that Chuy was returning from Vietnam safe and in one piece, but all it took was one look at him to know that something was missing. The Sahagun family had planned a "Welcome Home" party for their favorite son, Chuy. He had gone to fight in the Vietnam War. The event is a big deal for everyone. It's clear everyone loves Chuy. They are all so happy to see him again.
But, here is the surprise: Chuy doesn't look too happy to be back. Clearly something has happened to him, but no one knows what. When Chuy stepped through the door, the house was packed with people. They were so excited for his return. There was food and drink and a picture of La Virgen Guadalupe hung between the flags of The United States and Mexico. A white frosted cake was decorated with the words, "Welcome Home CHUY!" Everybody was so happy for Chuy's return. They were singing "Let the sun shine in." But, the only one who wasn't happy was Chuy. He had a "stern and disapproving" look on his face, like this was the last place he wanted to be. I believe no one there could possibly understand what Chuy had seen and done in the war. Most of all, Chuy himself. He wasn't the same guy anymore. Today we might mention PTSD in this discussion. Soldiers coming home from war zones often bring long-lasting trauma with them. Back then, however, I'm not sure how much we knew about PTSD. I'm sure Chuy's family - especially Yoli - is going to find out a lot more about it as the novel continues.
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