During today's session, we addressed Mathhew's questions on the writing portion of the summer assignment which entailed an analysis of quotes from the novel. We first reviewed the strategy for a quote analysis: context ,paraphrase, and thematic significance after which we applied this methodology to three quotes from the novel. After discussing the the context of each quote, we explored the thematic significance of each focusing on the language in the text that illustrates the theme. Matthew actively participated in class discussion and offered good insights into why Captain Kidd's readings have a healing or curative impact on his audiences . Next, we explored the somewhat "existential" theme of the novel addressing one's purpose in life which the author believes exists for all people even if unknown to them. Matthew indicated he agreed with the author and further commented on a separate quote that reflected Capt. Kidd's reluctance to "return" Johanna to her biological family. in this regard, we began a discussion as to what makes a family, -biological or emotional ties. We completed two of the three analyses in class. Matthew will complete the final quote analysis for homework and hand in the completed assignment tomorrow.