Additionally, the assertion encompasses the essence of the novel. Furthermore, having an autistic brother makes her see the beauty in the human soul that goes beyond the mental challenges. She finds a friend in Jason who is handicapped rather than in Kristi by noticing that he is a much truer friend despite Kristi’s prejudices. “Looking closer can make something beautiful.” CatherineĬatherine gets to see how society perceives mentally and physically challenged people and parallels it with her own perception. Thus, they always hope they could find a simpler solution to actually help them get through everyday interactions. Having a family member who is autistic is challenging because people around them have to make life more manageable for them. Henceforth, she wishes the world would be easy for humans as it is to guinea pigs. Because she makes these rules for her brother David that he should use to makes things easier for him and those around him, Catherine knows how hard it is to put rules to the human experience. Scream if you don't get your share.” CatherineĪs an owner of two guinea pigs, Catherine makes an observation on how they live their lives and how humans do. “Why can't the world be simpler, like it is for guinea pigs? They only have a few rules: Crying will get you attention. Thus, the statement expresses her wish that everyone could have the same advantages in order to get rid of the unfair dynamic. Furthermore, seeing the prejudice that is faced by mentally or physically challenged individuals.

In that, she sees these people who are close to her who have a hard time getting through life than others. Having an autistic brother and a handicapped friend, Catherine’s assertion goes beyond the surface meaning. “I wish everyone had the same chances…Because it stinks a big one that they don't.” CatherineĬatherine utters these words while making their wishes she speaks on how wishes could come true for some and not for others.

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