Toward the end of her segment, Lily promises to give Nick what she didn’t receive growing up from her parents. Based on Nick’s characteristics, in what ways do you think she achieved that? What are some personality traits that Nick has that point to Lily’s influence, in your opinion?
Lily didn’t feel close to her mother. She was everything to Nick so I do think she achieved that. Nick is a kind, loving man. When he needs money he goes out to get a job. I love the way they celebrate Christmas. Can you imagine how Christmas would have been if they had stayed with Matthew?
Lily provided Nick the sense of family. Her values and traditions influenced the man Nick became and will become in his future.
Lily provided Nick with a sense of family, gave him values and tradition that would influence him in the future. Example the love and care he provided for May as she passed. He truly has a sense of what a good man should and can be.