When I was in university, I worked one summer for a dairy farmer, Mr. Milo Morgan, milking cows.  He'd taken a break from his beloved cows, during his years as a bomber pilot in WWII.  Although he never told me this, I knew he had an office filled with pictures, medals and memorabilia collected during his time spent in the war.  I never got to set foot in his office, and only got a brief glimpse one day at the top of the stairs of the old farmhouse he lived in.  One day I asked him to tell me about his experiences in the war.  Milo refused.

At the time, I respected his silence.  I still do.  But I would now like to have the chance to talk to him again about the importance of sharing his experiences.  Unfortunately, I never will.  Milo died a few years ago.  

Why is it so important that veterans share their stories with us, no matter how difficult it is for them?  

What does it teach us?

Jake's Gift.pdf

Post-Show Assignment

You will be writing a review of the play.  Consider the examples of play reviews we discussed in class and include those components in your work.

How to Write a Theatre Review   

Theatre Ontario: How to Write a Review, examples

Juno Beach Links