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Neely 1
Don’Keisha Neely
Professor Jiao
FMSC-1377-8B
4 September 2026
Neely 2
The Notebook (2004)
Romantic Couple and Relationship Stage
The movie that is chosen is The Notebook (2004) directed by Nick Cassavetes. The
romantic pair is Noah Calhoun and Allie Hamilton who grow from an attraction in youth to a
strong lifelong bond. Noah and Allie are young adults in the beginning, and they fall in love
during their summer vacation. They struggle in their relationship due to class differences, family
expectations, and geographic separation. They split up, make other connections and then they
meet again. They are committed to one another, have shared experiences and experience ageing
and memory loss.
Observation 1: Initial Attraction and Relationship Development
When Noah meets Allie at a carnival, it is an important observation. Noah is immediately
attracted to Allie and persistently attempts to get her attention. Allie is initially reluctant to give
him time, but she eventually becomes intrigued and agrees to spend time with him. They begin to
playfully interact with one another, be emotionally charged, and show physical affection. They
talk a lot, visit places together and express love interest during their summer stay. How attraction
can become emotional closeness in their interactions.
Observation 2: Social Class and Family Expectations
The other important scene is when Allie's parents realize her brother Noah's class is not
high. Allie's mother especially disapproves of this, because she feels that Noah can't offer her
daughter the future she deserves. Allie finds herself caught between her emotions for Noah and
the expectations of her family. Her parents eventually separate her from Noah, which facilitates
their separation further. The scene depicts the impact of outside expectations on a romantic
relationship.
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Observation 3: Breakup and Emotional Separation
Once Allie is gone, Noah tries to stay in touch by sending letters to Allie. He writes
letters regularly over an extended period of time, but they can't be sent to Allie by her mother.
After not receiving any reply, Noah ceases to write. Allie feels that Noa has ceased to
communicate with her, so she starts to move on. The scene illustrates the potential for
misunderstandings and emotional distance when there is no direct communication. Their later
choices are impacted by the separation.
Observation 4: Allie's Engagement to Lon
At a later date, Allie is engaged to a successful man, Lon Hammond, who is well
respected in the community. She loves Lon and has a good feeling about their stable relationship,
but when she sees Noah again, some feelings emerge once more. Noah also has recollections of
their previous connection. Allie finds herself torn between staying the same and changing how
she relates to Noah. She has a conflict between safety and her emotional past in her
communication with the men. Things get complicated when Allie is sure that the attraction she
feels for Noah has not gone away, and it hasn't yet been replaced by the feeling of being
engaged.
Observation 5: Reunification and Conflict
The reunion between Noah and Allie is not a healthy one. They discuss the past such as
the reasons for their split-up, and if Noah really attempted to reach her. Meanwhile, their
emotional and physical appeal is evident. In one fight, Allie shows anger and doubt, and Noah
pushes back on her, asking her to admit what it is that she truly desires. Their differences cause
them to be more honest in their emotions. The group reunion highlights the un-resolved conflict
due to separation.
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Observation 6: Commitment During Aging and Memory Loss
A good portion of the story has to do with Noah and Allie being older. Allie has
Alzheimer's disease and often forgets her husband and his past. Noah is still coming to see her
and telling her the story of her life with her to bring it back to her. Noah is patient and
emotionally involved when Allie doesn't even know him. Sometimes she recalls him for a
fleeting moment, it is a moment of connection, but it is short-lived. Later relationship
demonstrates that commitment can endure and continue in the face of significant alterations in
health, identity and memory.
Relationship Development
Throughout the film, Noah and Allie's relationship progresses from young love to
division, other relationships, reunion, marriage, and commitment for life. They can be related
later to attraction, communication, conflict, intimacy, commitment, and maintenance of a
relationship. Their mutual feelings seem to be not only romantic, but also involve
communication problems, social expectations, personal preferences, and problems with
partnership and old age. The scenes illustrate how their relationship evolves over the course of
their lives, due to life, communication, and personal choices.
Neely 5
References
Cassavetes, N. (Director). (2004). The notebook [Film]. New Line Cinema.
– The Notebook (2004)
– Romantic Couple and Relationship Stage
– Observation 1: Initial Attraction and Relationship Development
– Observation 2: Social Class and Family Expectations
– Observation 3: Breakup and Emotional Separation
– Observation 4: Allie's Engagement to Lon
– Observation 5: Reunification and Conflict
– Observation 6: Commitment During Aging and Memory Loss
– Relationship Development
– References
**## Relationship.Romance1.pdf**
Don’Keisha Neely
Professor Jiao
FMSC-1377-8B
10 September 2026
Relationship/Romance Movie Analysis Part 2: The Notebook (2004)
Concept Planning for ‘The Notebook’
Part 1
Observation
Course Area Specific
Concept
Definition of Concept/Rationale
Observation 1:
Initial
Attraction and
Relationship
Development
Falling in Love Triangular
Theory of
Love
The theory of love consists of three
elements: intimacy, passion and
commitment. The idea is applicable
to the change from attraction to
love in the case of Noah and Allie,
as their relationship transitions
from attraction to emotional
closeness and physical affection.
Observation 2:
Social Class and
Family
Expectations
Selecting a Life
Partner
Homogamy Homogamy is a tendency for
individuals to seek partners whose
social traits are similar, such as
socioeconomic status, education,
religion and values. This concept is
also relevant to the family's worries
about their relationship and Allie's
future husband, as they are from
different social statuses.
Observation 2:
Social Class and
Family
Expectations
Dating and
Romantic
Relationships
Family
Influence on
Partner
Selection
Family expectations, social norms
and beliefs regarding
appropriateness of selection of a
romantic partner can impact
romantic partner selection. Allie’s
parents try to sway her attraction to
Noah because they feel he is not the
right social and economic status for
their daughter.
Observation 3:
Breakup and
Emotional
Separation
Dating and
Romantic
Relationships
Relationship
Dissolution
Relationship Dissolution is the
dissolution of an intimate
relationship or separation from that
relationship. By separating Noah
and Allie, the story shows how
distance, family issues, and not
communicating can start to disrupt
a romantic relationship.
Observation 4:
Allie’s
Engagement to
Lon
Marriage and
Getting Married
Partner
Selection
Partners are those that an individual
can select to build a long-term
relationship or marriage with. The
search for stability/social
status/social security/emotional
connection and marriage can be
explored through Allie's
engagement to Lon.
Observation 4:
Allie’s
Engagement to
Lon
Falling in Love Passion,
Intimacy, and
Commitment
How strong and what mix of parts
love has can change. The theory
could be valuable for comparison
later on as Allie's relationship with
Lon seems to be stable and
committed, and the sense of
emotion and physicality is clearly
reactivated with Noah.
Observation 5:
Reunification
and Conflict
Communication To Be Added
Later
Communication can help to clarify
Noah and Allie's past separation
and errors. Their discussions of the
past indicate that communication
had an impact on perceptions of the
others and on how they
reconnected.
Observation 5:
Reunification
and Conflict
Conflict and
Conflict
Management
To Be Added
Later
Their arguments and emotional
squabbles suggest that conflict
management might have a role to
play in the way that they will
resolve unsolved problems and
conflicting emotions.
Observation 6:
Commitment
During Aging
and Memory
Loss
Family Trends
and Changes in
Intimate
Relationships
Commitment
in Long-Term
Relationships
Long-term intimate relationships
can evolve as people get older, sick,
and go through other life
transitions. For Noah, his devotion
to Allie is an example of one
commitment that can be important
even as health and memory
deteriorate.
Observation 6:
Commitment
During Aging
and Memory
Loss
Family Stress To Be Added
Later
The stressors of the family could
contribute to the difficulties that
arose from Allie's forgetfulness and
Noah's continued care-giving. This
subject may present other strategies
that can be used to understand the
impact of significant health changes
on intimate relationships.
Topics to Revisit in Chapters 9–15
As more course material becomes available, several observations should be reviewed.
Communication is especially important in the confusion about Noah's letters and Allie's feeling
that he didn't talk to her anymore. Conflict and conflict management can be used to understand
the reasons for their disagreement and unresolved emotions. The power and decision making
over Allie may give clues to how she has been influenced by her parents' influence in her choice
of relationships. The relationship of family stress is significant to the subsequent issues related to
aging and memory loss. Parenthood and work-family balance do not seem to be that prominent
in the present observations but may come back to mind as a result of further lessons in the
course. Separation and divorce could also be helpful ideas to consider when thinking about
relation breakup, but Noah and Allie are determined to stay committed to their marriage.
References
Cassavetes, N. (Director). (2004). The notebook [Film]. New Line Cinema.
– Concept Planning for ‘The Notebook’
– Topics to Revisit in Chapters 9–15
– References
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Neely 1
Don’Keisha Neely
Professor Jiao
FMSC-1377-8B
4 September 2026
Neely 2
The Notebook (2004)
Romantic Couple and Relationship Stage
The movie that is chosen is The Notebook (2004) directed by Nick Cassavetes. The
romantic pair is Noah Calhoun and Allie Hamilton who grow from an attraction in youth to a
strong lifelong bond. Noah and Allie are young adults in the beginning, and they fall in love
during their summer vacation. They struggle in their relationship due to class differences, family
expectations, and geographic separation. They split up, make other connections and then they
meet again. They are committed to one another, have shared experiences and experience ageing
and memory loss.
Observation 1: Initial Attraction and Relationship Development
When Noah meets Allie at a carnival, it is an important observation. Noah is immediately
attracted to Allie and persistently attempts to get her attention. Allie is initially reluctant to give
him time, but she eventually becomes intrigued and agrees to spend time with him. They begin to
playfully interact with one another, be emotionally charged, and show physical affection. They
talk a lot, visit places together and express love interest during their summer stay. How attraction
can become emotional closeness in their interactions.
Observation 2: Social Class and Family Expectations
The other important scene is when Allie's parents realize her brother Noah's class is not
high. Allie's mother especially disapproves of this, because she feels that Noah can't offer her
daughter the future she deserves. Allie finds herself caught between her emotions for Noah and
the expectations of her family. Her parents eventually separate her from Noah, which facilitates
their separation further. The scene depicts the impact of outside expectations on a romantic
relationship.
Neely 3
Observation 3: Breakup and Emotional Separation
Once Allie is gone, Noah tries to stay in touch by sending letters to Allie. He writes
letters regularly over an extended period of time, but they can't be sent to Allie by her mother.
After not receiving any reply, Noah ceases to write. Allie feels that Noa has ceased to
communicate with her, so she starts to move on. The scene illustrates the potential for
misunderstandings and emotional distance when there is no direct communication. Their later
choices are impacted by the separation.
Observation 4: Allie's Engagement to Lon
At a later date, Allie is engaged to a successful man, Lon Hammond, who is well
respected in the community. She loves Lon and has a good feeling about their stable relationship,
but when she sees Noah again, some feelings emerge once more. Noah also has recollections of
their previous connection. Allie finds herself torn between staying the same and changing how
she relates to Noah. She has a conflict between safety and her emotional past in her
communication with the men. Things get complicated when Allie is sure that the attraction she
feels for Noah has not gone away, and it hasn't yet been replaced by the feeling of being
engaged.
Observation 5: Reunification and Conflict
The reunion between Noah and Allie is not a healthy one. They discuss the past such as
the reasons for their split-up, and if Noah really attempted to reach her. Meanwhile, their
emotional and physical appeal is evident. In one fight, Allie shows anger and doubt, and Noah
pushes back on her, asking her to admit what it is that she truly desires. Their differences cause
them to be more honest in their emotions. The group reunion highlights the un-resolved conflict
due to separation.
Neely 4
Observation 6: Commitment During Aging and Memory Loss
A good portion of the story has to do with Noah and Allie being older. Allie has
Alzheimer's disease and often forgets her husband and his past. Noah is still coming to see her
and telling her the story of her life with her to bring it back to her. Noah is patient and
emotionally involved when Allie doesn't even know him. Sometimes she recalls him for a
fleeting moment, it is a moment of connection, but it is short-lived. Later relationship
demonstrates that commitment can endure and continue in the face of significant alterations in
health, identity and memory.
Relationship Development
Throughout the film, Noah and Allie's relationship progresses from young love to
division, other relationships, reunion, marriage, and commitment for life. They can be related
later to attraction, communication, conflict, intimacy, commitment, and maintenance of a
relationship. Their mutual feelings seem to be not only romantic, but also involve
communication problems, social expectations, personal preferences, and problems with
partnership and old age. The scenes illustrate how their relationship evolves over the course of
their lives, due to life, communication, and personal choices.
Neely 5
References
Cassavetes, N. (Director). (2004). The notebook [Film]. New Line Cinema.
– The Notebook (2004)
– Romantic Couple and Relationship Stage
– Observation 1: Initial Attraction and Relationship Development
– Observation 2: Social Class and Family Expectations
– Observation 3: Breakup and Emotional Separation
– Observation 4: Allie's Engagement to Lon
– Observation 5: Reunification and Conflict
– Observation 6: Commitment During Aging and Memory Loss
– Relationship Development
– References
**## Relationship.Romance1.pdf**
Don’Keisha Neely
Professor Jiao
FMSC-1377-8B
10 September 2026
Relationship/Romance Movie Analysis Part 2: The Notebook (2004)
Concept Planning for ‘The Notebook’
Part 1
Observation
Course Area Specific
Concept
Definition of Concept/Rationale
Observation 1:
Initial
Attraction and
Relationship
Development
Falling in Love Triangular
Theory of
Love
The theory of love consists of three
elements: intimacy, passion and
commitment. The idea is applicable
to the change from attraction to
love in the case of Noah and Allie,
as their relationship transitions
from attraction to emotional
closeness and physical affection.
Observation 2:
Social Class and
Family
Expectations
Selecting a Life
Partner
Homogamy Homogamy is a tendency for
individuals to seek partners whose
social traits are similar, such as
socioeconomic status, education,
religion and values. This concept is
also relevant to the family's worries
about their relationship and Allie's
future husband, as they are from
different social statuses.
Observation 2:
Social Class and
Family
Expectations
Dating and
Romantic
Relationships
Family
Influence on
Partner
Selection
Family expectations, social norms
and beliefs regarding
appropriateness of selection of a
romantic partner can impact
romantic partner selection. Allie’s
parents try to sway her attraction to
Noah because they feel he is not the
right social and economic status for
their daughter.
Observation 3:
Breakup and
Emotional
Separation
Dating and
Romantic
Relationships
Relationship
Dissolution
Relationship Dissolution is the
dissolution of an intimate
relationship or separation from that
relationship. By separating Noah
and Allie, the story shows how
distance, family issues, and not
communicating can start to disrupt
a romantic relationship.
Observation 4:
Allie’s
Engagement to
Lon
Marriage and
Getting Married
Partner
Selection
Partners are those that an individual
can select to build a long-term
relationship or marriage with. The
search for stability/social
status/social security/emotional
connection and marriage can be
explored through Allie's
engagement to Lon.
Observation 4:
Allie’s
Engagement to
Lon
Falling in Love Passion,
Intimacy, and
Commitment
How strong and what mix of parts
love has can change. The theory
could be valuable for comparison
later on as Allie's relationship with
Lon seems to be stable and
committed, and the sense of
emotion and physicality is clearly
reactivated with Noah.
Observation 5:
Reunification
and Conflict
Communication To Be Added
Later
Communication can help to clarify
Noah and Allie's past separation
and errors. Their discussions of the
past indicate that communication
had an impact on perceptions of the
others and on how they
reconnected.
Observation 5:
Reunification
and Conflict
Conflict and
Conflict
Management
To Be Added
Later
Their arguments and emotional
squabbles suggest that conflict
management might have a role to
play in the way that they will
resolve unsolved problems and
conflicting emotions.
Observation 6:
Commitment
During Aging
and Memory
Loss
Family Trends
and Changes in
Intimate
Relationships
Commitment
in Long-Term
Relationships
Long-term intimate relationships
can evolve as people get older, sick,
and go through other life
transitions. For Noah, his devotion
to Allie is an example of one
commitment that can be important
even as health and memory
deteriorate.
Observation 6:
Commitment
During Aging
and Memory
Loss
Family Stress To Be Added
Later
The stressors of the family could
contribute to the difficulties that
arose from Allie's forgetfulness and
Noah's continued care-giving. This
subject may present other strategies
that can be used to understand the
impact of significant health changes
on intimate relationships.
Topics to Revisit in Chapters 9–15
As more course material becomes available, several observations should be reviewed.
Communication is especially important in the confusion about Noah's letters and Allie's feeling
that he didn't talk to her anymore. Conflict and conflict management can be used to understand
the reasons for their disagreement and unresolved emotions. The power and decision making
over Allie may give clues to how she has been influenced by her parents' influence in her choice
of relationships. The relationship of family stress is significant to the subsequent issues related to
aging and memory loss. Parenthood and work-family balance do not seem to be that prominent
in the present observations but may come back to mind as a result of further lessons in the
course. Separation and divorce could also be helpful ideas to consider when thinking about
relation breakup, but Noah and Allie are determined to stay committed to their marriage.
References
Cassavetes, N. (Director). (2004). The notebook [Film]. New Line Cinema.
– Concept Planning for ‘The Notebook’
– Topics to Revisit in Chapters 9–15
– References
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**## 1RelationshipRomanceMovieAnalysisPart.pdf**
Neely 1
Don’Keisha Neely
Professor Jiao
FMSC-1377-8B
4 September 2026
Neely 2
The Notebook (2004)
Romantic Couple and Relationship Stage
The movie that is chosen is The Notebook (2004) directed by Nick Cassavetes. The
romantic pair is Noah Calhoun and Allie Hamilton who grow from an attraction in youth to a
strong lifelong bond. Noah and Allie are young adults in the beginning, and they fall in love
during their summer vacation. They struggle in their relationship due to class differences, family
expectations, and geographic separation. They split up, make other connections and then they
meet again. They are committed to one another, have shared experiences and experience ageing
and memory loss.
Observation 1: Initial Attraction and Relationship Development
When Noah meets Allie at a carnival, it is an important observation. Noah is immediately
attracted to Allie and persistently attempts to get her attention. Allie is initially reluctant to give
him time, but she eventually becomes intrigued and agrees to spend time with him. They begin to
playfully interact with one another, be emotionally charged, and show physical affection. They
talk a lot, visit places together and express love interest during their summer stay. How attraction
can become emotional closeness in their interactions.
Observation 2: Social Class and Family Expectations
The other important scene is when Allie's parents realize her brother Noah's class is not
high. Allie's mother especially disapproves of this, because she feels that Noah can't offer her
daughter the future she deserves. Allie finds herself caught between her emotions for Noah and
the expectations of her family. Her parents eventually separate her from Noah, which facilitates
their separation further. The scene depicts the impact of outside expectations on a romantic
relationship.
Neely 3
Observation 3: Breakup and Emotional Separation
Once Allie is gone, Noah tries to stay in touch by sending letters to Allie. He writes
letters regularly over an extended period of time, but they can't be sent to Allie by her mother.
After not receiving any reply, Noah ceases to write. Allie feels that Noa has ceased to
communicate with her, so she starts to move on. The scene illustrates the potential for
misunderstandings and emotional distance when there is no direct communication. Their later
choices are impacted by the separation.
Observation 4: Allie's Engagement to Lon
At a later date, Allie is engaged to a successful man, Lon Hammond, who is well
respected in the community. She loves Lon and has a good feeling about their stable relationship,
but when she sees Noah again, some feelings emerge once more. Noah also has recollections of
their previous connection. Allie finds herself torn between staying the same and changing how
she relates to Noah. She has a conflict between safety and her emotional past in her
communication with the men. Things get complicated when Allie is sure that the attraction she
feels for Noah has not gone away, and it hasn't yet been replaced by the feeling of being
engaged.
Observation 5: Reunification and Conflict
The reunion between Noah and Allie is not a healthy one. They discuss the past such as
the reasons for their split-up, and if Noah really attempted to reach her. Meanwhile, their
emotional and physical appeal is evident. In one fight, Allie shows anger and doubt, and Noah
pushes back on her, asking her to admit what it is that she truly desires. Their differences cause
them to be more honest in their emotions. The group reunion highlights the un-resolved conflict
due to separation.
Neely 4
Observation 6: Commitment During Aging and Memory Loss
A good portion of the story has to do with Noah and Allie being older. Allie has
Alzheimer's disease and often forgets her husband and his past. Noah is still coming to see her
and telling her the story of her life with her to bring it back to her. Noah is patient and
emotionally involved when Allie doesn't even know him. Sometimes she recalls him for a
fleeting moment, it is a moment of connection, but it is short-lived. Later relationship
demonstrates that commitment can endure and continue in the face of significant alterations in
health, identity and memory.
Relationship Development
Throughout the film, Noah and Allie's relationship progresses from young love to
division, other relationships, reunion, marriage, and commitment for life. They can be related
later to attraction, communication, conflict, intimacy, commitment, and maintenance of a
relationship. Their mutual feelings seem to be not only romantic, but also involve
communication problems, social expectations, personal preferences, and problems with
partnership and old age. The scenes illustrate how their relationship evolves over the course of
their lives, due to life, communication, and personal choices.
Neely 5
References
Cassavetes, N. (Director). (2004). The notebook [Film]. New Line Cinema.
– The Notebook (2004)
– Romantic Couple and Relationship Stage
– Observation 1: Initial Attraction and Relationship Development
– Observation 2: Social Class and Family Expectations
– Observation 3: Breakup and Emotional Separation
– Observation 4: Allie's Engagement to Lon
– Observation 5: Reunification and Conflict
– Observation 6: Commitment During Aging and Memory Loss
– Relationship Development
– References
**## Relationship.Romance1.pdf**
Don’Keisha Neely
Professor Jiao
FMSC-1377-8B
10 September 2026
Relationship/Romance Movie Analysis Part 2: The Notebook (2004)
Concept Planning for ‘The Notebook’
Part 1
Observation
Course Area Specific
Concept
Definition of Concept/Rationale
Observation 1:
Initial
Attraction and
Relationship
Development
Falling in Love Triangular
Theory of
Love
The theory of love consists of three
elements: intimacy, passion and
commitment. The idea is applicable
to the change from attraction to
love in the case of Noah and Allie,
as their relationship transitions
from attraction to emotional
closeness and physical affection.
Observation 2:
Social Class and
Family
Expectations
Selecting a Life
Partner
Homogamy Homogamy is a tendency for
individuals to seek partners whose
social traits are similar, such as
socioeconomic status, education,
religion and values. This concept is
also relevant to the family's worries
about their relationship and Allie's
future husband, as they are from
different social statuses.
Observation 2:
Social Class and
Family
Expectations
Dating and
Romantic
Relationships
Family
Influence on
Partner
Selection
Family expectations, social norms
and beliefs regarding
appropriateness of selection of a
romantic partner can impact
romantic partner selection. Allie’s
parents try to sway her attraction to
Noah because they feel he is not the
right social and economic status for
their daughter.
Observation 3:
Breakup and
Emotional
Separation
Dating and
Romantic
Relationships
Relationship
Dissolution
Relationship Dissolution is the
dissolution of an intimate
relationship or separation from that
relationship. By separating Noah
and Allie, the story shows how
distance, family issues, and not
communicating can start to disrupt
a romantic relationship.
Observation 4:
Allie’s
Engagement to
Lon
Marriage and
Getting Married
Partner
Selection
Partners are those that an individual
can select to build a long-term
relationship or marriage with. The
search for stability/social
status/social security/emotional
connection and marriage can be
explored through Allie's
engagement to Lon.
Observation 4:
Allie’s
Engagement to
Lon
Falling in Love Passion,
Intimacy, and
Commitment
How strong and what mix of parts
love has can change. The theory
could be valuable for comparison
later on as Allie's relationship with
Lon seems to be stable and
committed, and the sense of
emotion and physicality is clearly
reactivated with Noah.
Observation 5:
Reunification
and Conflict
Communication To Be Added
Later
Communication can help to clarify
Noah and Allie's past separation
and errors. Their discussions of the
past indicate that communication
had an impact on perceptions of the
others and on how they
reconnected.
Observation 5:
Reunification
and Conflict
Conflict and
Conflict
Management
To Be Added
Later
Their arguments and emotional
squabbles suggest that conflict
management might have a role to
play in the way that they will
resolve unsolved problems and
conflicting emotions.
Observation 6:
Commitment
During Aging
and Memory
Loss
Family Trends
and Changes in
Intimate
Relationships
Commitment
in Long-Term
Relationships
Long-term intimate relationships
can evolve as people get older, sick,
and go through other life
transitions. For Noah, his devotion
to Allie is an example of one
commitment that can be important
even as health and memory
deteriorate.
Observation 6:
Commitment
During Aging
and Memory
Loss
Family Stress To Be Added
Later
The stressors of the family could
contribute to the difficulties that
arose from Allie's forgetfulness and
Noah's continued care-giving. This
subject may present other strategies
that can be used to understand the
impact of significant health changes
on intimate relationships.
Topics to Revisit in Chapters 9–15
As more course material becomes available, several observations should be reviewed.
Communication is especially important in the confusion about Noah's letters and Allie's feeling
that he didn't talk to her anymore. Conflict and conflict management can be used to understand
the reasons for their disagreement and unresolved emotions. The power and decision making
over Allie may give clues to how she has been influenced by her parents' influence in her choice
of relationships. The relationship of family stress is significant to the subsequent issues related to
aging and memory loss. Parenthood and work-family balance do not seem to be that prominent
in the present observations but may come back to mind as a result of further lessons in the
course. Separation and divorce could also be helpful ideas to consider when thinking about
relation breakup, but Noah and Allie are determined to stay committed to their marriage.
References
Cassavetes, N. (Director). (2004). The notebook [Film]. New Line Cinema.
– Concept Planning for ‘The Notebook’
– Topics to Revisit in Chapters 9–15
– References
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