Wednesday, November 5, 2008

Cari Heinz- Comments 1 & 2

I agree with Philip. No matter what Katz has done, Bryson still cares about him. Katz has been through alot and now see's that by going on the trail he can overcome his addictions and gain self esteem along the way. By overcoming the trail not only does he prove to Bryson that he can do it, but he proves to himself that he can live a healthy clean life without substances. By no accepting the alcohol from the drunken couple, as Philip said, this shows to Bryson that Katz is trying to make a change to better his life.

I do not agree with Naomi. Though the hiking experience is a way for Katz to escape his shameful ways, it is not for the simple new addiction. Hiking for Katz is starting over. This is his clean slate. By hiking, Katz gets himself away from the drugs and puts himself in a healthy environment no where near his past. For the most part he is away from the alcohol and drugs. The food issue for Katz is like a safty net. It is one addiction he wont likely brake at this point, or plans to at all. Eating is another drug to him. Yes hiking will make Katz feel more healthy, but this is no addiction.

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