What is the theme of the next person you meet in heaven?
Poignant and beautiful, filled with unexpected twists, The Next Person You Meet in Heaven reminds us that not only does every life matter, but that every ending is also a beginning—we only need to open our eyes to see it.
What are the five lessons that Eddie learns in heaven?
Terms in this set (5)
- first lesson – THE BLUE MAN. all people are connected; we all influence each other; our actions affect others.
- second lesson – THE CAPTAIN.
- third lesson – RUBY.
- fourth lesson – MARGUERITE.
- fifth lesson – TALA.
How did the Blue Man Die?
After years of traveling, he settled permanently at Ruby Pier, where he found community and a sense of home. He died from a heart attack, caused by the shock from a young Eddie running into the street after a lost ball on his birthday. The Blue Man teaches Eddie that all lives are connected, even strangers.
What are Eddie’s final words?
Eddie’s Last Words Are they fated to be wise? By his 83rd birthday, Eddie had lost nearly everyone he’d cared about. Some had died young, and some had been given a chance to grow old before a disease or an accident took them away. ‘It’s as if he knew he was going to die. . . .’ some would say.
Why does he say to Eddie this is not your heaven it’s mine?
Means: Eddie said this quote to make peace with his father. It is important to realize the significance of this quote which was referenced earlier in the story when Eddie’s father would hand him broken things and Eddie would fix them.
Is Ruby Pier real?
Take a look at this Oh Invincible One! 🙂 The fictional amusement park “Ruby Pier” where Eddie works seems to draw many parallels to the real life amusement park “Luna Park” located in Coney Island.
Why does Eddie try to return to the burning tent?
Burn the barracks and blow up the mines. Why does Eddie try to return to a burning tent? a) He wants to save his friend.