Tragedy Strikes

A major tragedy caught me somewhat off-guard while reading. Mrs. Joe's death seemed to come as real blow to Pip. Even though she seemed not to like Pip at all, Pip loved her. I'm was also happy to read that Pip decided to be nicer to Biddy and Joe and to visit more often. He said he was sincere, but I am curious as to whether he will follow through. Also, Pip turning 21 seemed to be a large milestone. In our society, 18 is the age of adulthood, but Pip gets his money yearly starting at 21. Also, I think it is awesome that Pip is helping Herbert get into the merchant business. That is really kind of him. However, I think it is even cooler that Herbert now has a mysterious benefactor just like Pip has one. The mystery person is giving Pip money who is giving money to Herbert. Essentially that means that Pip's financier is paying for Herbert's business. People just seem to be throwing money around all over the place.