Goodness. The final moments Ulysess was not how I expected. I exoected Penelope to recognize him right away and for her to throw her arms around him and I predicted a huge parade in the streets and everyone rejoicing in Ulysses' return. But nope. Of that's not what happened. I was overcome with sadness when Penelope treated Ulysses coldly. I do unerstand her reasoning though. If I were in her place, I would have been weary to. Ulysses really could have been any low life poser trying to marry Penelope. And I course I was relieved when Ulysses finally proved himself to be who he said he was and that Penelope decided to believe him. I was actually surprised that Telemachus hadn't spilled the secret that Ulysses was home. I could not have kept that from anyone. If it were me, I would have slipped out of pure excitement. I have to say, Ulysess kicked some butt. He totally killed those suitors and it brought joy in my heart to know that those insolent suitors were gone for good. I had pure hatred towards them the minute they were described.
When we first got the assignment to read The Odyssey, I have to say I was a bit weary. I knew that it was a more complicated, in-depth book that would push my limits. But when I finished it and thought back, it actually was surprisingly fun to read. I loved how much action and emotion was condensed into it and how well it all tied together. I feel like if I have to read it again in the future, I'll look forward to reading it and I'll look forward to reading the tale of Ulysses.
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