The story “Semplica Girl Diaries” was incredibly written to me. The way that the story actually takes shape as a diary was something that I did not expect even though it was in the title. The story, while having a very important message, also takes a comical route with portraying this message. The use of stereotypes is very prevalent, but the way the author introduces them it puts them in a comical light which can also make it easier to understand.
The stereotype that is touched on right at the beginning. I really like a line that the author wrote that I think touches on a feeling that a lot people have, but don’t admit that they are feeling.
Just reread the last entry and should clarify. Am not tired of work. It is a privilege to work. I do not hate the rich. I aspire to be rich myself. And when we finally do get our own bridge, trout, treehouse, SGs, etc., at least will know we really earned them, unlike, say, the Torrinis, who, I feel, must have family money.
It is a bit ironic that the narrator points out that they do not hate the rich, but also goes on to discredit a rich family that they know. I think that a lot of others can relate to what the author pointed out here. There is also a lot of comparison in the story between the rich and the poor. The want to be accepted by other families of high status, but also the narrator’s own children/family. I think there could also be a hint of self pleasure as well. I found this to be a very interesting contrast.