Gatsby's experience in WWI definitely relates to other media regarding the same event (Battlefield 1, Laurence of Arabia, etc.) and his feats quite unbelievable (much like Laurence). However, the significance of this showcases Gatsby's adaptability and optimism throughout one of the world's worst recorded wars--verifying his overall pure and understanding personality.

Realizing that Daisy doesn't really drink also allowed me to see that Gatsby does the same. It is a good example of psychological mimicking between those attracted, such as performing the same movements or liking the same preferences due to attraction. This may possibly be a foreshadowed thought that Daisy still cared about Gatsby all along, but I guess we'll find out soon enough.

Daisy's bursting emotions towards her marriage and Gatsby's letter shows a clear similarity with the Notebook. It is easily understandable for Daisy to react this way--the same way Allie did in the Notebook over the resurgence of what seemed like a lost love through war. In a way, this humanized Daisy a bit more for me--allowing me to sympathize with a character I generally did not like through the novel so far.

This definitely heightens my suspicion towards Gatsby's background and connections--especially the fact that Mr. Wolfheim alone fixed the infamous Black Sox Incident in 1919. In turn, this proves that we can never really be so sure about someone, even if that certain person proves it himself.

Reading this was quite interesting and oddly disturbing. However, it did allow me to remember the frequent use of ashes as jewelry such as turning them into diamonds in the game, "Metal Gear Solid V". Ultimately, the existence of Mr. Wolfheim presents readers like me hints about Gatsby's origins and his true connections untold so far.

The description of the Metropole is very much like a common hideout or meeting place I and for sure, many other have had throughout their childhood. Like many other elements in this story, the Metropole is another symbolism of remembering the past.

I can relate to Nick in this scene as I sometimes mistake people's comments towards others as statements directed to me. Overall, this just gives an example of Nick's somewhat clumsiness in situations regarding those deemed of higher class.

The relations between the police and Gatsby reminds me of the exact same connection between Batman and Gordon in the Batman series. Knowing that Batman works as a vigilante for justice, his style of work, though sometimes considered illegal in normal circumstances, are often ignored due to his ranging influence as well as his acceptance within the civil society. Seeing how Gatsby has the same abilities causes me to wonder the limit of his capabilities within New York.

Gatsby's acknowledgement of rumors goes to show the absurdity of people's imaginations towards the unknown. I find this type of thing to be pretty common in stories regarding action and adventure genre protagonists such as in the manga, Berserk, where the main character Guts is rumored to be a man who can take on a thousand men by himself (which is clearly untrue). Likewise, Gatsby realizing and accepting such falsified truths only further proves his wisdom and open mindedness towards others.

Gatsby's restlessness relates to me a lot due to the fact that I often find myself unconsciously fidgeting with things or somehow always moving a part of my body even during times of relaxation. I find this usually the case especially when I'm either stressed, nervous, or consistently anticipating what's next--all factors that possibly correlates with Gatsby in this scene.

Visualizing this description of Gatsby's party caused me to connect back to many comedic films regarding parties--especially the ones with high octane scenes such as 21 Jump Street. The way Nick described the event only further emphasizes the sheer absurdity of the party, another factor in highlighting Gatsby's hospitality.

As I read this, I immediately visualized the lyrics behind the song, "Cruisin'" by Smokey Robinson showcasing the shift in the relationship between Jordan and Nick. Still though, while I did connect this scene with the song, Nick's careful actions along with the realization of his previous relationship allowed me to respect his character as a person even more.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WlzY6cWpoMQ

Nick's description of his growing fondness reminds me of the song, "One Night" by Lil Yachty as both describe the events of a one night stand and its prevalent culture within the eastern United States and the roaring 20s--crucial to Great Gatsby's setting and atmosphere.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZvcQsVJDXGk

This scene reminds me of signs of mild attraction based on either physical attraction or charisma--a case in a lot of different films and shows such as the James Bond movies. Furthermore, Nick's description regarding Jordan showcases his superficial attraction towards her without any real depth, only depicting her fame and looks as admirable and not her actual character.

This scene connects to the occurring time setting within the Great Gatsby--the roaring twenties. Only a few years after the 19th amendment, the views toward women and male equality are still conflicted upon in this time period, as shown in the dominating personalities of men witnessed in this section of the chapter.

Jordan's description of Gatsby's parties reminds me of the lifestyle in the more populated Eastern United States. This is because I find it ironic when Jordan claims that large parties are more "intimate" due to the fact the most of the people you meet at parties of that size are quickly forgotten in the upcoming days, much like the metropolitan lifestyle.

The description of Gatsby reminds me of Sean Williams, a character in the movie "Good Will Hunting" and portrayed by Robin Williams. In this movie, Sean is a psychiatrist who with an understanding and clear smile retains the role of being the only one to reassure Will's pursuit of happiness. This remarkable factor of being such a great person is equally evident in Gatsby, a man who forever decides to live a life of grandeur and success with wholehearted devotion.

This scene reminds me of the movies, "Now You See Me," and "Now You See Me 2", both films involving magic and the the tricking of realistic perception. As described by the owl man, not everything is what it seems--a theme showcased within the novel.

Lucille's attitude as wild and carefree is similar to B.B. King's description of the origin of his guitar's name--which is also Lucille. Lucille was described to be a wild and hard girl B.B. King saw once in a party, therefore naming his guitar the same. This nature of character, prevalent in Gatsby's parties showcases such wild events as a sign of escape--something Gatsby himself prides in not only to grab Daisy's attention, but also to "suck the marrow out of life".

This relates to something I myself do when I attend parties on a whim. It gets really awkward when you just stand there, just as Nick was doing, and plus being lonely and sad at a party full of people just lowers the heightened atmosphere. Therefore, I sometimes just try to mingle with the people I do know instead of meeting new ones to escape such a dire situation.

The description of the area Tom and Nick have arrived to reminds me of a location called the Boreal Valley in the game Dark Souls 3. The setting: dark, gloomy, and filled with dust, similar to the atmosphere Fitzgerald has set for the first half of the second chapter as well as the idea behind Myrtle's origin.

This reminds me of the start of the movie The Hangover where all the men suddenly wake up after an allotted period of time without even realizing it due to large amounts of drinking. This further emphasizes the idea of Nick's carelessness in certain situations.

Myrtle's description reminded me of the song "The First Time I Ever Saw Your Face" by Roberta Flack; because as clearly as Myrtle described, the beginning of Tom and Myrtle's relationship was clearly described from a possible love at first sight scenario.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Id_UYLPSn6U

This statement by Myrtle somewhat infuriates me because of the logic behind it; of marrying someone you're not truly in love with. Because if such a thing were true, then it is all just a waste of time not only for Myrtle, but for the other partner as well--who still be blindly in love. This also references many similar scenarios within movies including marriage problems such as the beginning of Taken.

Myrtle's Reaction showcases the corruption of acknowledging one's sin (particularly adultery), as shown in many other types of media such as Gone Girl or the True Detective. As such, it showcases the weakness of her personality as a person who is willingly open to cheat while yet triggers when questioned about her morality.

Myrtle saying this reminded me of the importance of having something that loves you back, which in this case, is a dog that will undeniably love its owner. This particular scene showcases Myrtle's character as a person who is always seeking for affection, which in turn she gets from cheating on her husband with Tom.

Reading this statement caused me to delightfully remember the first of every time I've played a Pokemon game where each professor asks the player to determine their gender. Furthermore, like the games, the scene also showcases the unimportance of gender towards attaining happiness (regarding that the owner who buys that dog will be happy regardless of its gender).

This description of Mr. McKee reminds me of a character named Jhin in the game League of Legends. As a feminine male character who adheres to chivalry, Jhin's personality and play style really symbolizes my idealization of Mr. McKee. Consequently, this causes me to wonder on Fitzgerald's creation of characters as Mr. McKee definitely fits an older western personality.

This reminds me of an experience I've had when I was younger of the time where one of my friends judged my economic status based on the clothes I wore. Just like how Tom judges Nick or how in this scenario the judgmental Mrs. Eberhardt, people often base other's situations under the ideas of their own biases--especially regarding materialistic things.

Their reactions towards Gatsby only goes to remind me of the influence of rumors along with modern social media. Nowadays, we are so inclined to believe other's opinions towards strangers that we may never have even talked to; something that even Gatsby had to go through during that time period. It just goes to show that it is by human nature to fall to the attractiveness of gossip and the addicting drama behind it.