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Wonder by R.J. Palacio
2.0
Don't get me wrong, the main idea of being loving to everyone is good.
But. First of all all of the teacher's mottos or whatever were stupid and relativistic. Like, if you have the choice between being right and being kind, choose kind? Okay, sure, bro.
Also, the book makes being kind the most important thing in the universe. It's not. It's loving God and your neighbour as yourself. What's the difference between being kind and being loving? Love isn't always nice. It wants what is best for other people. Kindness will only get you so far, real love is what the deal is. I don't know whether I'm explaining this right. It's just... kindess is raised up on this pedestal but it just isn't the answer. Love is.
And the whole "thanks for sending me to school" thing was annoying but I guess this kid is kinda different cause of his face. He prolly does need to be surrounded by kids all day to get friends.
But. First of all all of the teacher's mottos or whatever were stupid and relativistic. Like, if you have the choice between being right and being kind, choose kind? Okay, sure, bro.
Also, the book makes being kind the most important thing in the universe. It's not. It's loving God and your neighbour as yourself. What's the difference between being kind and being loving? Love isn't always nice. It wants what is best for other people. Kindness will only get you so far, real love is what the deal is. I don't know whether I'm explaining this right. It's just... kindess is raised up on this pedestal but it just isn't the answer. Love is.
And the whole "thanks for sending me to school" thing was annoying but I guess this kid is kinda different cause of his face. He prolly does need to be surrounded by kids all day to get friends.