INTERMEDIATE READING JOURNAL: CANON IN D WITH A SIDE OF TOMATO SOUP BY RACHEL PRINTY

 

Summary

Simply story about the 57^th anniversary of Paul and Elaine. How they enjoy their scheduled dinner on restaurant that end disappointing. But it’s helped by beautiful moments they spend at home.

Reading Responses (10 out of 15)

1 Characters Description

Paul, Elaine

They are both similar since they are old and has Alzheimer.

2 Story Prediction

They will spend life happily and stay together until death

3 Story Problems

-          Elaine forgets their anniversary

-          Elaine has dementia disease.

4 Inspiration of Story

Sometimes, loving someone means accepting them in their lowest position

5 Story Changing

I’ll not change this story.

6 Story Recommendation

I will recommend this story to my cousin

7 What the Characters Learn

Loving, enjoying every moment with a good mindset and make it as happiness

8 Characters Changing

-          Elaine gets excited when she remembers it’s their anniversary

“That’s the day we got married!”

-          Paul is surprised because Elaine plays the piano beautifully

He was struck at how her fingers, still so capable and sure, glided over the keys. 

9 The Best Word to Describe Characters

-          Paul: patient, no matter how Elaine ruins their anniversary, he tries his best to repair it

-          Elaine: loving unconditionally, it’s easy for Elaine to forget their anniversary, but in the blink of an eye, she plays Paul’s favourite song with piano

10 Story’s Point of View

This story has two kinds point of view

-          First person: “I’m sorry. We’ll catch you next week.”

-          Third person: Sarah gave him an understanding look and told him she’d bring the pie and some to-go cups of tea out to their car.