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Children

These people function both as characters and as symbols in the story.

The City

This setting is where John's office is.

The Suburbs

This setting is where the characters live.

The Phone Calls

This event happens every weekday afternoon and is one of the ways that John enjoys Ede's presence in his life.

The Train Commute

This event happens twice every weekday and is something that John often shares with Joe.

The Baby Party

This event is hosted by the Markeys for their son, Billy.

The Mothers' Conversation

This event is an opportunity for women to boast about their children.

The Teddy Bear

This object causes a disagreement between Ede and Billy.

The Fistfight

This event happens between John and Joe after Edith and Mrs. Markey argue.

Edith and Mrs. Markey's Argument

This event touches off a dispute between the Markeys and the Androses.

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