Dearest Tarannum,
A particular scene that is memorable to me in the story is when Daddy Clidell took Margeuerite to make the acquaintance of what he explained to her as "the most successful con men in the world." It is very memorable to me because as with other numerous scenes in the book, I've had similar experiences. In the scene she was introduced to Stonewall Jimmy, Just Black, Cool Clyde, Tight Coat and Red Leg. Tey were going to tell her about some games so that she would never be considered "anybody's mark". In my expereince I was introduced to some of my Uncle Tommie's and his son Gerrell's best friends. My family and I were taking one of our many weekend trips down to Austin to visit our family. Since I was the only girl, save for major family functions, I had the privalige of having Gerrell all to myself. Often times when I wasn't able to spend much time with him, he would say to me, "Stay up Brea, we'll spend the night." And I would reply to him smillling, "I stay up anyways", and he would smile back and say, "Dont make me wake you up."
Once everyone was sound asleep he would peek into whatever room was arranged for me to sleep in and to his surprise everytime I'd already be at the door. A typical night consisted of us riding around in his car talking,listening to music,eating, and laughing.Other times he'd take me to his house which always happened to be full of people and I would watch him start on a new peice of art or help him put the finishing touches on exsisting ones. Some how I'd always end up spending the night.During these nights I was the recepient of advice, ecperiences,and thoughts on cetain things from his friends. They would tell me "I refuse to let you be a fool to anyone. Thats why I tell you the things that I do." Much like the con men telling Marguerite their games so that she wouldn't be "anybody's mark."
Was there a particualr scene in the story that was memorable to you? If so why was it?
Sincerely, Breanna
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Dear Breanna,
In the scene that Marguerite was introduced to Stonewall Jimmy, Just Black, Cool Clyde, Tight Coat and Red Leg was also one of my memorable scenes. I think Marguerite learned a lot from them. Eventually she’ll carry that on with her in the future. It’s good that you had Gerrell to play games with just like Marguerite had Stonewall Jimmy, Just Black, Cool Clyde, Tight Coat and Red Leg. I also had someone like Gerrell in my life that taught me many things. One time I was introduced to my cousin’s friend and even though we probably seen each other a few times, everything he said was so meaningful. He helped me out with a lot of stuff like give advice and many other lessons. We also had lots fun. I hope you get to spend more time with Gerrell!
Love,
Tarannum
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