One More Day Deception

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Author and inspirational speaker Vironika Tugaleva states, “Don't let what you thought you were yesterday keep you from becoming what you're meant to be today" (Vironika Tugaleva). The naked eye is capable of of viewing and examining a variety of different colours and shapes, but it is often what one fails to see that truly impacts their life. However, every concealed secret or mystery will inevitably reveal itself in one way or another. The art of deception presents itself in many forms, but results in only one outcome. It is what the human eye is blind to that poses danger, or the opportunity to forgive, and better one's own life. Therefore, in the novel, For One More Day, Mitch Albom demonstrates that images have the ability to be deceiving, …show more content…
During the final section of the novel, the narrator, who is revealed to be Chick's own daughter, Maria Benetto, explains, "Chick Benetto's final years seemed to bring him some contentment. He sold his mother's home in Pepperville Beach and directed the proceeds to his daughter. He later moved to an apartment to be near her, and they re-established a relationship...Although he never fully reconciled with [his wife], Catherine Benetto, they made their peace and spoke regularly" (Albom 196). Moreover, Chick Benetto's sudden concern with the current life he is living fuels him to reconcile with every existing relationship he holds, as well as integrate himself back into their lives instead of living in captivity. His attitude from the beginning of the novel, when he holds no meaning or self worth, varies dramatically as Chick comes to the conclusion that life is precious, and time is irreplaceable. Chick describes his mother as a lively woman, who made as many friends as she could, and kept a positive outlook on life, whereas his father was deceitful and hid in the shadows for most of Chick's life. After evaluating both his life, and his own parents' lives, he is determined to make better life choices, and live with meaning and purpose, instead of just living because he has to. Therefore, Albom demonstrates that Chick Benetto's strong will to live, and motivation to better his life allow him to achieve a sense of self appreciation, following his time of