THE LISTS discussion

Striking & Powerful Quote:
“The morning of my adoption hearing, I awoke at sunrise.” (Pg178)

Word Image:
“Elizabeth’s eyes were open. She stared at the ceiling, and she did not shift her gaze when I crossed the room to stand by the side of the bed.” (Pg179)

Sound Image:
“Stand up, I pleaded silently.” (Pg180)

Haiku:
Excited for home
Hours before adoption
She sat there crying