“A story has a central message, but can be interpreted in different ways, depending on the lens through which it is heard” (“The Power of Reading narration"). Dale wrote this story because it explains how angry people can become happy people. The way we think about stories also shows how we give meaning to life. Dale thinks that if he writes, he will make a better impression not only on himself, but also on Mr. Sills. “When we share our own real stories or the outings of others, our audience feels like they are getting to know us as authentic people” (Duncan). Dale says, “Fighting to survive in an ongoing war that seems to have led me and my comrades into a meaningless situation” (Salzman 251). He is able to connect with people in his writings