Book 1, Chapter 7, (Christmas Eve, Two) Summary

Saturday, December 24, 1988 Henry = 25

Alone on Christmas Eve and suffering, Henry thinks of his mother and her passing and as he grieves, he turns to alcohol. He eats a meal at the Berghoff, and then heads to The Get Me High Lounge, where he ends up so inebriated that he is rushed to Mercy hospital, and his stomach is pumped to prevent him dying from alcohol poisoning.

Saturday, April 18, 1989 Henry = 41: Clare = 17

Clare takes Grandma Meagram for a walk; they visit the Little Oaks and the Meadow, discussing many issues. Clare is surprised to see Henry there because he is not due to appear for another three weeks according to her diary. Clare introduces Henry to Grandma Meagram and Henry is surprised she knows all about him. Grandma questions his intentions with her granddaughter.

Book 1, Chapter 7, (Christmas Eve, Two) Analysis