"The Temptations of Two" Response

     I believe the theme Rogers was trying to convey was that the most fulfilling experiences in life are shared with others. Rogers did a good job illustrating the uncertainty and fear that came with traveling solo. She says, "When I go alone, the questions never end." I also think this because by the end of the essay, Rogers clearly comes to the realization that she prefers traveling and exploring with company. She says, "for so long the pleasure of one was not just enough, but perfect, and now, so quick, I had been swept away by the adventurous possibility of two."
     One line that stood out to me immediately was "Truth:I never would have left... admiring the lights from the factory across the river." I liked this because I thought it was sweet how she recounted all the hardships/risks she had endured just to keep up with Emily. Also, the sentence structure was cool. It was an elaborate, heartfelt confession.
     Additionally, I loved Roger's initial description of Emily. Starting around "Ten years younger than me.." and ending with "Two weeks later she's done just that." I thought this gave readers a very specific, unique description that established Emily as a character right off the bat. Its a good mix of physical and personality characteristics.