A strong connection between the father and son in both texts is an evident factor that strongly affects their belonging. This is shown in the text Romulus, My Father where the strong relationship between Raimond and his father greatly influence how happy they are with themselves and how connected they are with each other. This continual connection and attachment they have with each other is shown through the use of symbolism of the motorbike that Romulus lends to Raimond. This motorbike symbolize the strong trust and connection that Romulus and Raimond have throughout the
The correlation between relationships and an individual’s sense of belonging can be clearly seen in the loving relationship between Romulus and his son Raimond. Both truly belong to each other through the unconditional bond of love between parent and child. The relationship also gives belonging to both through Raimond giving his father the strength to overcome constant tragedy as shown by the quotes “My son is everything to me." and “never say I don’t love you” and with Romulus doing everything in his power for his son to have a better life “he denied himself so I would have more”. The technique of anecdotes is used throughout the book to show how strong their love and sense of belonging to each other is such as how Raimond always feels safe and loved when riding with his father on their bike “Most of all, I remember his strong, bare, sun-darkened arms on either side of me as I sat on the petrol tank.” These anecdotes also allow the responder to connect more personally with the characters and their history and more fully understand their relationship.
INTRODUCTION: Throughout life an individual can be influenced by the relationships they have with people. Friendships or familial relationships help to build character. A strong identity can be created due to these relationships. Romulus, My Father a memoir by Raimond Gaita, illustrates how a familial bond between father and son can lead to a feeling of acceptance, ultimately creating a sense of belonging. Not only do familial relationships impact on identity, close friendships can also influence an individual’s sense of belonging.
chrysalidsBody paragraph 3 Uncle Axel is a good mentor to David because he serves as a good role model to David. He serves as a good role model to David when he inspires David to admire him and follow his footsteps because of the loyalty and respect he shows towards David that others such as leader Joseph Strorm do not. A role model is someone that is admirable because of the qualities they possess and someone you want to follow the footsteps of. Qualities such as loyalty and respect are both key to being a good mentor. A loyal person is someone that can be trusted upon.
They each show great respect for their father through their actions. Dale’s opening narration shows us how Dale sees his father. When talking about his father, Dale speaks very highly about him. Through this we can see that Dale really looks up to his father and sees him s a hero. This is shown though his opening lines when he refers to Darryl as” Dad is the backbone of the Kerrigan family”.
The fact that not all thanes could be as courageous and have so many heroic achievements for their countries and rulers is why Beowulf seems so ideal and extraordinary. Beowulf's many achievements told throughout the story gives him the appearance of the most faithful of thanes, who has climbed the social ladder not because he has meant to do so, but because he wishes to protect his country and others and give all the credit to its rulers. This sort of behavior gives him a kind and generous nature that can be traced to a kind of chivalry. Chivalry can also be considered a very important role in the creation of a thane's reputation and popularity. Through Beowulf's chivalry, generosity, friendship, and popularity, all of his kingdom and of others knew him for his heroism and loyalty.
This quote is showing the strength of family ties and Raimond’s sense of duty and obligation to his father. It is also reflective of the idea that family is an involuntary factor resulting in belonging. The use of collective terms such as ‘ours’ shows the connection and association both had in regards to each other. It is also reflective of their collective identity which constitutes a shared knowledge, understanding and identity, as well as an ultimate collective strength (being more powerful than individual vulnerability. A collective culture shapes individuality and allegiance.
Mentoring A Mentorship program provides an enormous benefit to all parties, especially the mentors and mentees that participate in the program. Mentoring consist of a variety of diverse methods and means of conducting the sessions, opening the door to a vast audience of participants. Time has proven that mentoring plays a significant role in shaping and developing young ones as well as opening new doors for career bounded individuals. Merriam-Webster defines a mentor as a friend of Odysseus, entrusted with the education of Odysseus’s son Telemachus (Webster, 2012). A mentor is also defined as a trusted counselor or guide, a tutor or coach (Webster, 2012).
In Romulus, Raimond and Romulus’ deep and affectionate relationship evinces their deep sense of belonging to each other. The nature of the book as a loving memoir to Romulus, its candour in describing Romulus’ character and action, as well as its insightful exploration of Romulus’ values all help to convey Raimond’s deep and respectful sense of affinity with his father. On Romulus’ part, he is mostly undemonstrative but shows an equally strong affection for his son when he says ‘My son is everything to me.’ This simple yet evocative statement expresses his strong sense of affinity to his son. The short story ‘We Look After our Own’ by Kath Walker highlights the cause and effect of European settlement on Indigenous Australians. The writer manipulates the reader’s response to the main ideas in the text through the language and narrative conventions of point of view, tone, atmosphere, imagery, setting, characterisation and
This shows the love between both the father and the son. It