... the siren song of my own life. I was busy" (p 33) Mitch states that his life had spun out of control and he was no longer able to do the things that truly mattered. There was no focus for Mitch's life. When he left college, he had planned on becoming a piano ... break free of these norms, and will gradually come to accept Morrie's physical debilitation and impending death as a natural part of the life cycle. As his condition deteriorates, Morrie becomes increasingly dependent on physical affection. This need is enhanced by his sudden physical reversion ... to infancy, and complete depen...

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• Approx Pages: 6
• Grade Level: High School