A Christmas Story

In the beginning, It was very unclear to me. I didn't really understand what the story was about. I felt that something tragic must have happend because the man and woman were discussing whether or not they should see a doctor. Once I got to the end of the story I pretty much understood most of what was happening. I think there little boy died in the silo on the farm. At first I was very confused when I read the first couple of lines, but after I thought about it and got to the end it was more clear to me.