At the end of her first week of classes, Chef Clarke advises Mebel to drop out because she doesn’t “have what it takes to be a chef.” (pp. 88-90). What did you think of this scene? Do you feel he was trying to be kind? What about Mebel’s response?

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At the end of her first week of classes, Chef Clarke advises Mebel to drop out because she doesn’t “have what it takes to be a chef.” (pp. 88-90). What did you think of this scene? Do you feel he was trying to be kind? What about Mebel’s response?

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My feelings were Chef Clarke was trying to give Mebel and easy out. Chef was kind and matter of fact. He wanted Mebel to think about what the class will demand of her and to realize she will most likely have a hard time with the expectations of the class.

She did not have a response to the chef, but she had one for herself..to learn one skill first before she left.

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I think he was being kind, and I am glad she didn’t give up!!

I adored Mebel!! :heart:

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Oh…I take this to heart. I’m with Mebel on this one. I’ll take the challenge and come out with claws. I hope others feel the same