David Dixon, Comments 1 and 2

I disagree with Kaila’s initial post. She indicated that Katz wishes to hike the trail out of a want to be close to Bryson. However, Katz’s desire stems from his personal sense of duty. Katz is aware that he must attempt the hike to better himself and does so for no one else.
I agree with Ford’s post in part; Katz is turning over a new leaf, however, he is attempting to change what he has become after giving up drugs: lazy and fat, but still unhealthy. Katz wishes to become a healthy person, ridding himself of the vices plaguing him.