The Perks of Being a Wallflower Part 1, Chapter 10 Quotes
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Quote 1
Sam sat down and started laughing. Patrick started laughing. I started laughing. And in that moment, I swear we were infinite. (1.10.118)
Infinite. What a great way to describe the profound power of a shared moment of joy between friends. Can you remember your most recent infinite moment?
Quote 2
I had never been to a party before. (1.10.9)
This is an important first in any kid's life. We just wish all of Charlie's firsts were this tame.
Quote 3
I'm sorry I haven't written to you in a couple of weeks, but I have been trying to "participate" [sic] like Bill said. (1.10.2)
Don't use sarcastic air quotes with us, Charlie!
Quote 4
When I write letters, I spend the next two days thinking about what I figured out in my letters. I don't know if this is good or bad. (1.10.2)
The process of writing something down can be a great way to figure out complex problems. Stumped on a paper? Just start writing, and the solution might just come to you.
Quote 5
Sometimes, I read a book, and I think I am the people in the book. (1.10.2)
Charlie's taking empathy to the extreme here. And really, we don't want him to be Holden Caulfield. He's already depressed enough.