The Sun Is Also A Star (#7) pp.167-191

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The holidays can be a time for MELANCHOLY for a lot of families.

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He was known for having a MOROSE sense of humor

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The bulldog is known to be RAGGED when it comes to breathing

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How does it feel as a reader to know something important about Natasha that Daniel doesn't? Do you really think that they really are "meant to be"?

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Natasha's interpretation of the Robert Herrick poem is to live in the moment. What double meaning does this have for her?

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How do you feel about how today's reading ended?

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In today's session, we learn more about Natasha and Daniel's parents. Natasha's father has a passion for the stage, and Daniel's mother loves to paint. Both parents have made sacrifices for their children; Natasha and Daniel think about the regrets they must have, and the alternate lives they could have lived without the pressures and responsibilities of parenthood.
What regrets do Daniel and Natasha's parents have about their lives and choices?
What sacrifices have they made for their children? What have they given up?
How do you think they feel about the choices they have made? What makes you think this?
How does this make you think about your own parents? Do you think they have any regrets?

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At the end of today's reading, Natasha finally decides to open up and share with Daniel with she thinks they aren't meant to be. For an undocumented immigrant like Natasha, sharing this information is a risk, and a real sign of trust- she's learned not to open up about this part of her family.
What do you think motivated Natasha to finally open up to Daniel about what is going on with her family?
  • How did Natasha feel after opening up and telling Daniel the truth? What does she mean when she says, "I didn't think I would feel this much"?
  • What do you think is going to happen with Natasha, her family, and Daniel? Do you think they really are "meant to be"
  • It's a big deal for Natasha to be so vulnerable to Daniel. What makes you realize that you can trust someone with your secrets?

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