Brother, I'm Dying 1

Quote 1: "I closed my eyes and held my breath, forcing myself to recite it as a mantra. My father is dying and I'm pregnant."-Edwidge Danticat's thoughts- Page 15
Significance: I chose this quote because it really reflects on the reality of their situation and life in general. The world doesn't stop for anyone and you have to face that. you cant just sit on the ground somewhere and cry like Edwidge Danticat, the author of this book, you have to get up and keep moving on or you will be left behind.
Personal: I feel connected to this quote because I felt like I saw my grandfather dying even though I didn't notice at the time because of my young age. Ever time I went to Wisconsin to see him, which was about every summer, he was less energetic and more frail. I know how its like watching someone deteriorate before your own eyes.
Question: Why isn't she happy about having a baby?
Quote 2: My father drew in his breath, something that required a great deal of effort and thus resulted in a grimace-like contortion of his face. "I don't-I can't- remember every moment. But what I can say is this. I haven't enjoyed myself in the sense of party and glory. I haven't enjoyed myself in the sense of party and glory. I haven't seen a lot of places and haven't done that many things, but I've had a good life."-Edwidge Danticat's Father- Page 20-21
Significance: This quote shows that all you have to do is be surrounded by the people that you love in order to have a good life. No matter what you go through in your life, you will always be happy around your friends and family.
Personal: This quote made me happy because I felt that only a selfless person would say that which reassures me that this book is a good one. Also my family is whats most important to me so we have something in common.
Question: Why is he taking his death like a business proposal?