Color Of Water Blog (Part 2)

As I read on through the book, I find myself findng a deeper appreciation for the book. My favorite aspect of the book so far is McBride's tribute to his mother. While there are some tidbits that he looks down on in his past, he still always writes with, what seems to me, to be appreciation for everything his mother did for him. One specific section would include when he is talking about his mother's pride. He addresses her pride when he writes on how she responded to the man who sold them spoiled milk. While McBride didn't understand his mothers reaction, he still portrays her as a strong women. Another aspect I enjoy is the contrast between Ruth and McBride's stories. She grew up in an all-white school wishing to be white, while he also grew up in an all white school but wanted so badly to be black and be around all black people. I have no idea why this stood out to me, but I enjoy in nevertheless. This book is depressing, but it is also simpathetic and I enjoy it.