Update Its Kind of a Funny Story

     Today I read through the end of the hospital scene.  He ended up getting a personal guard to guard him at all times which gave him an idea of the severity of his case.  I got up to where he calls his mom and tells her that he is in the hospital.  Everybody has been telling him that he did the right thing by getting help.

     I believe that this reiterates the mini theme that its alright to rely on others and that you can go to others to help.  I think that more people should get this message and help it change their life.

     Also, I think that there is a part that I read today that shows that he is trying to escape depression and is making progress.  On page 160 the voice in his head says,
     "Who's worse, soldier, you or him?
     Dunno, sir!
     It's a trick question, soldier.
     Well, him, obviously.  I mean I'm sitting here lounging; he's practically dying out there."
     I think this means that he is making progress on his depression because he is thinking about other people and how much worse their situation is.  But, then he lets you down,
     "I expected more from you, son.
     How?
     You're a smart kid.  You should be able to see when somebody's faking.  And soldier-
     Yes.
     -Good job out there.  I'm glad you're still on board.
     I don't feel any better.
     Life's not about feeling better; it's about getting the job done.


     I think that he is getting closer to beating his depression and he is just one step away.  Keep fighting Craig!