The Kite Runner-Week 5, Post A

Vocab:
-Maladies (177): any disorder or disease of the body, esp. one that is chronic or deepseated.
-Wedlock (179): the state of marriage; matrimony.

Figurative Language:
"His shoulder blade felt like a bird's wing under my fingers." (161) This statement is an example of a similie describing the severe amount of weight Baba has lost throughout his illness.

"A blush, red like henna, bloomed on her cheeks." (171) This quote is an example of a similie describing Soraya's feeling of flattery when Amir told her he loved her.

"I could see his internal smile, as wide as the skies of Kabul on nights when the poplars shivered and the sound of crickets swelled in the gardens." (173) This passage is an example of a similie describing the expression on Baba's face.

Quote:
"They filled the parking spots at the mosque in Hayward. On the balding grass field behind the building, cars and SUVs parked in crowded makeshift rows. People had to drive three or four blocks north of the mosque to find a spot." I never realized how well-liked and admired Baba was until I read this quote. I understood that many people liked him, but it never occured to me that it was this many people. I suppose I find this surprising because I only see the side of Baba that Amir sees, which for the most part, is not pleasant. As Baba grew older I was more aware of his nature and I can understand why he was so well-liked.

Theme:
The theme I'm noticing in this passage of the novel relates back to the beginning. Friendship is imperitive. Every person needs someone to rely on.