Chapter 29

The Finch family hs been struck with so much news in one night. Jem has broken his arm, as a result of our attack and Heck Tate is now at our door. He has just told Atticus that Bob Ewell was found dead under a tree, stabbed to death. At this moment, I dont know how or what to feel. Mr. Tate asked me to explain the events leading up to the attack, and I did so to the best if my abilities. All I'm concerned about right now is how Jem is holding up. I also would like to know who saved our lives.

I asked to go visit Jem to see how he was doing. He did break his arm after all. When I walked into the room I saw my rescuer leaning against the wall. He was tall and skinny with sickly white hands. I immediatly knew who it was. It was Boo Radley. I feel as if I've been waiting for this moment all my life. I have come face to face with THE Boo Radley himself. I cant even explain how I'm feeling at this moment. Its the greatest thing ever.

Chapter 28

Today was the day of the Maycomb Halloween pagaent. Mrs. Merriweather assigned me to be "pork" and my costume looked great. Jem and I walked to the pageant ourself since it was fairly close. When we got there Jem handed me thirty cents and I decided to hangout with Cecil. We went around to the different booths and had lots of fun. When the pagaent started, I missed my calling and Mrs. Merriweather was not happy, but it wasnt a big deal in the end. The pageant went great and by now it was night fall. Jem and I would have to walk home alone.

As Jem and I were walking home, I realized I had forgotten my shoes. By now, all the lights were off in the school, so there was no point in going back and getting them. Jem and I suddendly started hearing footsteps behind us. We thought it was Cecil at first trying to mess with us. We quickened our pace and Jem was then pulled to the ground and I heard a sickening crunch. I ran to the sound of Jems scream but found that someone had grabbed me and tryed squeezing the breath out of me. I felt my attacker jerk backwards and retreat and my ears filled with heavy breathing. I thought it was Jem who had saved me at first, but to my disbelief, I was very wrong.

Chapter 17

Today was the day of Tom Robinsons trial. Jem, Dill, and I sat in the balconey with Reverend Skykes unseen. I've never truly seen Atticus in action on a case. Mr. Heck Tate, the sheriff, was called to the stand to be testifyed. Atticus questioned him like there was no tomorrow. He was asking the most tricky questions and tried to bring out unsupported evidence in Heck Tate. He was very clever with his wording and I had a good feeling that this case would be a win for Atticus.






Next up to the stand was Bob Ewell. He was a tall skinny man who resembled a chicken. He had a bad reputation for being lazy and everyone in Maycomb knew it. He was the father of Mayella Ewell, the girl who claimed Tom Robinson raped her. Again, Atticus was working his magic on proving that Tom was innocent. I hope the case works in his favor.

Chapter 15

Tonight was rather interesting. We recieved a knock on the door and found Mr. Heck Tate standing there with a bunch of men on our front lawn. Jem and I didnt recognize most of them and they were waiting to talk to Atticus. I felt scared for him as we watched through the window. Atticus has been getting alot of heat lately from the case hes working on with Tom Robinson. Thank goodness the men were friends of Atticus, as I found out later. I sometimes feel like theres people out there who would hurt him for doing the right thing. All I can do is hope for the best.

Tonight was another crazy night. Before bed, Atticus told us he was going to town and would be back very late. Jem wanted to go and see what he was up to, so Dill and I joined him. When we arrived, we found Atticus sitting ouside Tom Robinsons jail cell. Agroup of men apeared, and they were different from the previous group. These men looked dangerous. I could smell whiskey on these men and they all wore similar clothing. When Atticus saw Jem, Dill, and I fear struck his face. He told us to go home but we refused. One of the men grabbed Jem by the collar and I went into full on attack mode. I defended my brother and began to talk to Mr. Cunningham, Walters dad. I somehow got the men to leave and was greateful that no harm was done to Atticus. I hope something like this never happens again, although I'm not too sure it wont.

Chapter 12

                                             








This summer Dill did not come. He sent me a letter telling me he had a new father, who was a lawyer like Atticus. He enclosed a picture of himself and his new father, and the man looked pleasant. Dill also said he'd love me forever and I liked the idea of having a permanant fiancee. My summer was lonely without him. I spent most of my time helping Calpurnia and we got pretty close. It wasnt all that bad!





Today, Jem and I went to church with Calpurnia. It was such a wonderful experiance! Her church, of course was all African Americans but most of them were very nice to Jem and myself. We got to meet her son Zeebo who is a garbage collector. The one thing I found strange was the absence of the hymn books. I later found out that the church did nit use them because African Americans could not read. Overall, Calpurnias church was a great experiance!

Chapter 8

  I awoke this morning in great fear. Atticus had come to my room to a sure me that it had actually snowed in Maycomb. Jem and I had never seen snow before and were amazed at the sight. Atticus told us Maycomb hasn't had snow since 1885. Jem and I were so anxious to make a snowman that we created our own out of dirt and the little snow we had. We presented it to Atticus; for Jem was proud of his creation. I've come to love the snow!


While I was sleeping, I found Atticus shaking me frantically to wake up. At that moment I knew something was wrong. I pulled on my socks and shoes and hurried outside with Jem. Across the street I looked in horror at the sight of Miss Maudie's house on fire. The town was gathering to offer help and Atticus instructed Jem and I to stand in front of the Radley place. When we returned home with Atticus he pointed out the blanket across my shoulders. I realized in shock that I had no idea how it had gotten there. I looked to Jem for answers but he was just as mystified as I was. Mr. Nathan Radley was helping with the fire so there could only be one explanation as to how the blanket got there.....Boo Radley.

Chapter 6

Last night was so crazy! Jem, Dill, and I decided that we were going to sneak over to the Radley place and try and look through the window to catch a glimpse of Boo. We snuck through the high wire fence at the rear of the Radley lot to lessen the chance of being seen. We made it to the backyard where we were greeted by two doors with two dark windows. We crept to the side of the house, but the window was too tall for us to see in. Jem and I lifted Dill up to the window sill but he could still see nothing. We decided to try the back window when all of a sudden, we spotted the shadow of a man drawing closer. Scared for our lives, we scrabbled to get away from the Radley house. Caught up in my own fear, I tripped and heard a shotgun go off. As we wiggled through the opening in the fence, Jem became stuck and had to sacrifice his pants to make it through. We made it around back to the front yard to find everyone crowded around the Radley place. They had no idea it was us who caused such noise.


 Later that night, Jem decided he had to go back for his pants. He did nt want Atticus to think any less of him, if he found out what we had been up to. At first I was scared for Jem's sake since Mr. Nathan Radley was on the lookout with a shotgun. I then decided that Jem needed to retrieve his pants. I promised to not wake Atticus and I waited anxiously for Jem to return. Thank God he came back safe.

Chapter 4

 As I was walking home from school today something caught my eye. At the edge of the Radley place stood two very large oak trees. Some tin foil was visible to me sticking out in a knothole. I made sure the coast was clear before I snatched it up as fast as I could. Once I was out of sight I found it to be two pieces of gum! I decided to try the gum since it looked considerably fresh. When Jem arrived home he insisted I spit it out, for I don't know where  it has been. I wonder who placed it there?



 Today was my last day of school and I couldn't be more thrilled! Jem and I were let out early and walked home together. On our walk home, we spotted another piece of foil in the knothole where we found the chewing gum. Jem snatched the tiny package and we ran home with it. When we got inside, we secretly opened the box to discover two shiny, polished pennies. Jem explained to me how they were Indian-heads from the 1900's. We decided to keep them until school started, then ask around to see if they belonged to anyone. They could be of great value!
 

Chapter 3

Today Walter Cunningham came over for lunch. I was so amazed by how much syrup he smothered all over his food. I called him out for eating in such an unmannerly way. Calpurnia scolded me for my rude behavior by explaining to me that Walter did not have very much food. I felt bad after the fact.



 I talked to Atticus about my dislike for school. I explained to him how Miss Caroline was always picking on me. He told me that I simply had to go to school and in order to achieve success I must master school. Atticus always makes me feel better. The school year is almost over and I am desparetly looking forward to summer and spending it with Dill and Jem!

Chapter 2

 I'm really sad that its the end of the summer. Dill is going back to his hometown and school is about to start up again. He left at around 5 o clock to return to Meridian. I'm really going to miss him, although I'm anxious to start school. However,  I am excited for next summer when Dill returns!


 Today was my first day of being an official first grader. I enjoy reading with Atticus because it comes naturally to me. However, I was not so fond of school. My teacher, Miss Caroline scolded me for being able to read. I did not see a problem with it but she instructed me to not read with Atticus anymore, which upset me deeply. Hopefully tomorrow will be a better day!