Grace Response Four

I completely agree with Rebecca on her post. When I read the last sentence, I also realized her wistfulness. To elaborate on it, she feels a deep sadness and longing for her homeland, but she knows she cannot return, her freedom is worth more. I feel that her loyalty for her country and her yearning for freedom inspire those two feelings. I've seen a motif here with all the cuban exiles. There's the longing for an unforgettable homeland (whether for family or memories) and an incredible sadness at being unable to go back. Even though the exiles say "Next year in Havana, "they know it's not possible (yet, hopefully).