The throughout our lifetimes, it is our parents who have the greatest influence upon the persons we become. However, when a clash arises over a difference in perspectives, which may include money, friendships, and careers, this may cause irreparable damage to relationships. In the short story A Cap for Steve, there was a father and son relationship. Dave Diamond, the father, was a poor, quick-tempered man who knew the true value of money, and knew how to make every dollar count. His son Steve was a shy twelve year old boy, who had a true passion for baseball. Dave and Steve did not see eye to eye on many things, which put a strain on their relationship. Although Steve understood the importance of money, he could see past it. Dave, however,
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The word “money” was mentioned in the first paragraph of this story, and it remained a significant component throughout. The importance of money to Dave can be recognized by the phrase “he knows how to make every dollar count.” Dave worked hard for every nickel, and he understood the true value of it. More importantly Dave's pride was momentous, despite the fact that Dave’s pride is hurt when he first met Mr. Hudson, who was the father of the boy who bought Steve’s Phillies’ cap from someone else, and could be described with the word “shrewd”. Dave still remained calm and collective, all in hope to accomplish the goals of getting the cap back. Mr. Hudson was a powerful lawyer, who lived in the nice apartments across the park. Immediately, Mr. Hudson was aware of the fact that the Diamonds were not as wealthy as his own family. The traditional intention was to get the hat and then leave, but, he could not refuse the twenty dollars offered by Mr. Hudson. Whenever the word “money” is apparent Dave’s mood and personality changed. Before accepting the offer Dave looked over to his son, but the power of money blocked out the reality of how Steve really felt. Dave lost his self, and lost his sons trust. Steve did not look up to Dave anymore, he destroyed his son happiness, he chose money over Steve’s well-being. Although Dave saw both sides to the argument,
The word “money” was mentioned in the first paragraph of this story, and it remained a significant component throughout. The importance of money to Dave can be recognized by the phrase “he knows how to make every dollar count.” Dave worked hard for every nickel, and he understood the true value of it. More importantly Dave's pride was momentous, despite the fact that Dave’s pride is hurt when he first met Mr. Hudson, who was the father of the boy who bought Steve’s Phillies’ cap from someone else, and could be described with the word “shrewd”. Dave still remained calm and collective, all in hope to accomplish the goals of getting the cap back. Mr. Hudson was a powerful lawyer, who lived in the nice apartments across the park. Immediately, Mr. Hudson was aware of the fact that the Diamonds were not as wealthy as his own family. The traditional intention was to get the hat and then leave, but, he could not refuse the twenty dollars offered by Mr. Hudson. Whenever the word “money” is apparent Dave’s mood and personality changed. Before accepting the offer Dave looked over to his son, but the power of money blocked out the reality of how Steve really felt. Dave lost his self, and lost his sons trust. Steve did not look up to Dave anymore, he destroyed his son happiness, he chose money over Steve’s well-being. Although Dave saw both sides to the argument,