on The butterfly effect refers to the idea that a single event can cascade into a series of, often unrelated, outcomes. Things that one least expects may unfold in a cryptic, deliberate manner to create new paths in an individual’s life. This notion is evident in the main character of Randy Ribay’s novel, Patron Saints of… Continue Reading The Butterfly Effect
on The short story “The Paper Menagerie” examines a wide range of topics and viewpoints. The story’s central theme is the pursuit of happiness and the choices people can make to either seek or compromise their happiness. The impact of cultural and societal expectations on personal happiness is one of the story’s central topics. Jack, the… Continue Reading The ways in which individuals pursue or compromise their happiness
on Adversity, the events that cause an individual trauma, alters the way in which an individual not only sees themselves but also who they want to be. Furthermore, the way in which adverse situations change the identity of an individual can be determined using the details of the situation. The Paper Menagerie, a short story written… Continue Reading Adversity and Identity