Journal Entry #1: The Wedding Dance

1. If you were in Awiyao’s or Lumnay’s situation, would you make the same decision? Why or why not?

No, because for me, our happiness as a couple is more important than tradition.

2. What lesson from the story can you apply in your own relationships or decisions in life?

The lesson I would apply is choosing love and happiness over societal expectations.

3. How does the story challenge your understanding of what true love really is?

This challenges my understanding by showing that true love may require sacrifice.

4. If "The Wedding Dance" happened in today’s society, do you think the same decisions would be made? Why or why not?

"I think the decisions wouldn't be the same anymore because people are more open-minded now about choosing their own happiness."