Nov 11 Prompt: Letters 11–16 show how relationships can be full of misunderstanding and pressure. Harpo wants love, but he also wants power. Sofia wants freedom, not control. Reflect on a time when someone’s desire for control hurt a friendship or relationship. What advice would you give to Harpo or Sofia if you could?

 Prompt Response: My mother has a very strong desire for control. So much so that shes hurt relationships with me, my brother, and my father all for her desire to control. I would tell both Harpo and Sophia too put themselves in each other's shoes and find a middle ground together instead of just fighting.