Bridegroom Short Story

The story, Bridegroom, takes the cake. Ha Jin did a phenomenal job of providing a small picture into the culture in China. Two young individuals struggling with their own demons ridiculed and judged so quickly even by the ones who care for them the most. Cheng angered me by being so judgmental of his adopted daughter. In the big scheme of things, all 3 text represented some pretty important eye openers. The ideas spot on to what I think our society here in the states was back in the day. I'm only 21, so not that far back. However there were times growing up in high school where if you were not ranting or raving about how you got some strange from a certain girl in the locker room or at a party then you were presumed to still be a virgin or …show more content…
Never once thinking maybe he couldn't afford a gym membership or flat out didn't know how to lift weights. It's crazy how quick some people back then and even now were so quick to label you for not being part of the norm. Another example, would be the single at an old age like 35. Who cares, people should be able to live their live according to how they want. Now, do not get me wrong. We as Americans have gotten better. In the military, we have removed the "Don't ask don't tell rule", and you can be openly gay if you want. Additionally, if anyone is caught hazing a person based on race, religion or sexual orientation, good bye. The Air Force has a zero tolerance policy. Look at Bruce Jenner. He had a sex change and expressed it openly and people applauded him. While I do not agree with the decision, I am okay with him. This is how our society I think should be in order to build. Just because you disagree with someone does not mean you should hate him or her. The top 3 traits we should possess as people are integrity, respect, and independence. My thought process is if we can learn to depend on ourselves, do what’s right and respect those around us, everything else will fall into