Summary Of Playing Pilgrims '

In the story " Playing Pilgrims" there are four poor sisters who stay behind while their father goes to war. Their relationship and happiness show how one must overcome their own self and focus on others. In the story, you come to know the sisters as Meg, Jo, and Amy. The girls are worried that they will end up poor and fatherless due to the war and their current environment. Throughout the story, you will see how the four girls work together to achieve one goal they have set to make sure another's happiness.

First, the author talks about how war has torn the four sisters farther away from them during Christmas when a family should be together. The sisters have become distraught knowing that their parents won't be able to get them any presents this year. " Christmas won't is Christmas without any presents," grumbled jo lying on the rug". Indicating the girls are aware that their parents are not in the financial position to get them gifts. Although the girls are upset that they won't be getting anything for Christmas one of the sisters still see the good side of things.
Revealing that she feels somewhat left out. Even though the conversations between the girls have been dark and miserable Beth decides she would be the one that inspires. " We've got Farther and Mother, and each other," said Beth contentedly from her corner". Illustrating her strong sense of character. Now the girls have to get ready for their mother's arrival when they notice that her slippers are in terrible condition so they get to thinking. Now instead of focusing on their own personal wants, they will choose to help their mother with their money