Questions on Lydia's Story

1) In my opinion Brideau's story about Lydia was to show us the importance in listening to those around us and learning from their stories whether they are our friends at home or a random homeless person in a shelter. The purpose is indicated in the very last paragraph where Brideau talks about all the people she has met on her journey and how even though they are all important stores, Lydia's stuck with her the most. 2) The point of view of Lydia's story is from third person. It is solely about Lydia but is only focused on Lydia and her actions. The impact set on the reader is you get a full setting without having the story be clouded by the characters emotions and seeing one view of the story. 3) Brideau makes Lydia's story come alive in many ways. Specifically she uses diction to open the readers mind to the story. Specific diction used were words like soaking, poured, rushing, swept, waded, cramped, and many more. All diction to describe the terror of the scene.  4)The audience for this piece could range between persons interested in the hurricanes, to people involved in the hurricanes. Brideau's tone gives hope to those affected by the hurricanes in that Lydia made it through all of this terror and so can they. Also Brideau's hopeful tone can convince people not involved to get involved in helping those affected by the storms.