9 and 10 Summary

Chapter 9

Abel begins to send Amanda mind messages, in which he projects his thoughts to her. He believes Amanda hears him and in turn, she responds with loving messages. Abel convinces himself he can fly by using a leaf as a hang glider, but it only works for a second then he falls. Sometimes he feels really happy because he prances on the rocks and the trees since he is in the prime of his life. In late September, he begins to worry about the upcoming winter so he stores acorns, green nuts and wildflower seeds in his log. The red clay from which he makes bowls and dishes inspires him to sculpt life-size statues. He works very hard at sculpting and makes statues of Amanda, his mother, father, brothers and sisters. The leaves changing color signifies October, which is a beautiful month...