The piece, which is the longest one in the book, also focuses on his parents' marriage as well as young Lowell's relationship with his parents, other relatives, and his childhood peers. Notable characters in the piece include Lowell's great-grandfather Mordecai Myers and his father's Navy buddy, Commander Billy Harkness.
The most extensive section of the book delves into Lowell's family dynamics, including his parents' marriage and his relationships with his relatives and childhood acquaintances. Notable individuals featured in this chapter are Lowell's great-grandfather Mordecai Myers and his father's Navy acquaintance, Commander Billy Harkness.