Hemmingway's character fighting sleep was interesting to me because of what he thought about. When he was trying to stay awake he would dream about trout fishing at home. He chooses this memory because it is peaceful and calm, far from the reality of war. This story reminds me of when I get homesick at night. SOmetimes when things are not going so good and I had a rough day, I think of peaceful happy thoughts of when I was home. Most of the time I picture my family having a blast together at my lake house. Lake Cumberland is a place where I am most comfortable. WHen we are there we are miles from civilization and yet so close to each other. There is none of the hustle and bustle of the normal world. Water is a theme that I share with Hemmingway's character. The water is relaxing and helps to refresh your batteries. From my great experiences growing up on lake Cumberland, I will hopefully always live near the water.