How we cite our quotes: (Chapter.Paragraph)
Quote #1
The Colonel had been an Army brat too, and he loved telling the story of how the Army had lifted his father up from poverty to a good life. (2.14)
In many ways, the Colonel's life is all about the army. There's nothing outside of it for him—even the guy's dad was rescued by the army in his youth. We can see how this has become such a crucial part of his identity by this point in his life. It's practically what his whole life has been about.
Quote #2
"I am a man of the world, full of knowledge and vision, a lover of international cuisine, an appreciator of fine art and good-looking women, and I have the United States Army to thank for this most excellent state of affairs." (2.16)
Not too shabby. Thanks to the army, the Colonel has lived a good life. Check out the way he describes himself as being a lover of food, women, knowledge, and the army. His life revolves around the army, and has been enriched by the army. It's no wonder the guy loves it.
Quote #3
"Yeah, but you're a girl. No father dreams of seeing his daughter playing in the NFL. Maybe you should try out for cheerleading." (3.14)
There's a different set of expectations and standard of living based on gender in this book. Girls can't do certain jobs or activities because they are girls. This hardly seems fair, which Jamie readily points out. What type of life is it for women as compared to men?