I think her wish is not her wish actually, it is the 'Wish' itself for which our life thrives on. the guy already has made his wish is, I think, he's born and started living... nothing can change a person who he really is...it is in the story, right? So, it's life and the choice we made and circumstances which shapes our sense of being. That is ourselves-- existence, psyche, thinking process, way of facing reality etc. I think, the wish is used here as a metaphor like 'Godot' in Backett's play, bWaiting for Godot'. In the play the character waits fir Godot but, Godot never comes, meaning, it is not Godot but the waiting part that matters and is true. in every moment of our life we constantly wait for something. It can be, the ordered pizza or death of oneslef whose painfully sick. it can be anything and everything. Similarly, we also in our life, while living in every moment, often wish for sth whether it may come true or not, whether it is like building castles in the cloud or very realistically wishing for earning/having more money to upgrade life in the consumerist world.From the impossible to possible-- the range is wide open like the span of our life. Once you make the wish, you can't take it back-- is the last line of the story. I think, it means once you are born you can't move away from life, you have to live till your death--normal or accidental--have to accept in whatever way it comes. so, granting one wish is actually' The Wish' by the rules of which anybody can grant anyone only one wish which he or she has already made. It seems like a paradox, but it is the most reasonable answer for Murakami's postmodern take on the typical Gene story through magic realism with a touch of whimsy.
There are theories of what her wish was, I think the one where her wish was to know herself sounds on the right track. It’s not a tangible gift. The fact that her wish has come true (to this point in her life) leads me to believe her wish might have be to be more confident (to be secure in your own thoughts) or have a happy life. I can’t believe in the theory that her wish would be to have no more wishes. Who want to live a life without seeing if the wishes they make would come to fruition... who would want to live in a world without magic? I think if I had a wish it would be to have the knowledge of the sixty year old me, when I was twenty or to be able to travel through time. I don’t know, that’s my two cents. 😉
im personally more confused about how she knew the guy already made his wish. its shallow and less charming lmao, but for a while a thought her wish could've been that she wanted to remember that day
I think her wish is not her wish actually, it is the 'Wish' itself for which our life thrives on. the guy already has made his wish is, I think, he's born and started living... nothing can change a person who he really is...it is in the story, right? So, it's life and the choice we made and circumstances which shapes our sense of being. That is ourselves-- existence, psyche, thinking process, way of facing reality etc. I think, the wish is used here as a metaphor like 'Godot' in Backett's play, bWaiting for Godot'. In the play the character waits fir Godot but, Godot never comes, meaning, it is not Godot but the waiting part that matters and is true. in every moment of our life we constantly wait for something. It can be, the ordered pizza or death of oneslef whose painfully sick. it can be anything and everything. Similarly, we also in our life, while living in every moment, often wish for sth whether it may come true or not, whether it is like building castles in the cloud or very realistically wishing for earning/having more money to upgrade life in the consumerist world.From the impossible to possible-- the range is wide open like the span of our life. Once you make the wish, you can't take it back-- is the last line of the story. I think, it means once you are born you can't move away from life, you have to live till your death--normal or accidental--have to accept in whatever way it comes. so, granting one wish is actually' The Wish' by the rules of which anybody can grant anyone only one wish which he or she has already made. It seems like a paradox, but it is the most reasonable answer for Murakami's postmodern take on the typical Gene story through magic realism with a touch of whimsy.
Everyone pays attention to what she wanted, but I'm a little different, I want to focus more on her relationship with the narrator. I think the two are in a relationship that is likely to have an affair. I think her hope was "I want you not to want any more", but on top of that, whether she is doing it on her own initiative or not, trying to have a relationship with the narrator. I think it is mysterious and unique to this novel. I want director Ryusuke Hamaguchi to make this into a movie."That's because you already made your wish"
@@LienNguyen-rm5zt I would definitely love more of Murakami's short stories I'll first finish the ones you've already posted. Have you read any of his novels ?
@@nemo9189 yes I read most of them, if not all. My recommendations would be all his novels LOL but Norwegian Wood is my most favorite, first read it when i was in 11th grade, still read it now. Also please check out "South of the Border, West of the Sun", "Kafka on the Shore", "After Dark", "Men without Women", "Colorless Tsukuru Tazaki and His Years of Pilgrimage", "The Wild Sheep Chase", "Dance, Dance, Dance" and if you have time, "1Q84" :'> I wouldnt recommend starting with his latest novel "Killing the Commendatore" though. btw im feeling really happy right now; there's someone listening to my beloved author's- Murakami's work. Thanks!
@@LienNguyen-rm5zt haha! I was engulfed by his works when I read Kafka. It made me think, made me question. It was more than a book and even more than a journey.
The story follows her reflections on the nature of wishes and the consequences they might bring. In the ending of "The Birthday Girl," the protagonist finds herself faced with a difficult decision. She is granted the chance to make a wish, but she is warned that she must be careful with what she chooses because there will be no turning back. After much contemplation, the protagonist decides to wish for happiness. However, instead of instantly receiving happiness, she realizes that happiness is something that she must actively work towards and cultivate in her life. She understands that it cannot simply be granted to her as a result of a single wish. As the story concludes, the protagonist embraces the idea that happiness is a journey rather than an immediate destination. She acknowledges that life is filled with ups and downs, and finding happiness requires effort and perseverance. The ending of "The Birthday Girl" is bittersweet and thought-provoking. It emphasizes the importance of personal agency and the recognition that true happiness is not something that can be obtained through external forces alone. It suggests that happiness is a complex and ongoing process that requires one's active participation and choices. Murakami's storytelling style often leaves room for interpretation and contemplation, so readers may find different meanings and insights within the ending of "The Birthday Girl" based on their own perspectives and experiences.
I think her wish is not her wish actually, it is the 'Wish' itself for which our life thrives on.
the guy already has made his wish is, I think, he's born and started living... nothing can change a person who he really is...it is in the story, right? So, it's life and the choice we made and circumstances which shapes our sense of being. That is ourselves-- existence, psyche, thinking process, way of facing reality etc.
I think, the wish is used here as a metaphor like 'Godot' in Backett's play, bWaiting for Godot'. In the play the character waits fir Godot but, Godot never comes, meaning, it is not Godot but the waiting part that matters and is true. in every moment of our life we constantly wait for something. It can be, the ordered pizza or death of oneslef whose painfully sick. it can be anything and everything.
Similarly, we also in our life, while living in every moment, often wish for sth whether it may come true or not, whether it is like building castles in the cloud or very realistically wishing for earning/having more money to upgrade life in the consumerist world.From the impossible to possible-- the range is wide open like the span of our life.
Once you make the wish, you can't take it back-- is the last line of the story. I think, it means once you are born you can't move away from life, you have to live till your death--normal or accidental--have to accept in whatever way it comes.
so, granting one wish is actually' The Wish' by the rules of which anybody can grant anyone only one wish which he or she has already made.
It seems like a paradox, but it is the most reasonable answer for Murakami's postmodern take on the typical Gene story through magic realism with a touch of whimsy.
There are theories of what her wish was, I think the one where her wish was to know herself sounds on the right track. It’s not a tangible gift. The fact that her wish has come true (to this point in her life) leads me to believe her wish might have be to be more confident (to be secure in your own thoughts) or have a happy life. I can’t believe in the theory that her wish would be to have no more wishes. Who want to live a life without seeing if the wishes they make would come to fruition... who would want to live in a world without magic? I think if I had a wish it would be to have the knowledge of the sixty year old me, when I was twenty or to be able to travel through time. I don’t know, that’s my two cents. 😉
im personally more confused about how she knew the guy already made his wish. its shallow and less charming lmao, but for a while a thought her wish could've been that she wanted to remember that day
I think her wish is not her wish actually, it is the 'Wish' itself for which our life thrives on.
the guy already has made his wish is, I think, he's born and started living... nothing can change a person who he really is...it is in the story, right? So, it's life and the choice we made and circumstances which shapes our sense of being. That is ourselves-- existence, psyche, thinking process, way of facing reality etc.
I think, the wish is used here as a metaphor like 'Godot' in Backett's play, bWaiting for Godot'. In the play the character waits fir Godot but, Godot never comes, meaning, it is not Godot but the waiting part that matters and is true. in every moment of our life we constantly wait for something. It can be, the ordered pizza or death of oneslef whose painfully sick. it can be anything and everything.
Similarly, we also in our life, while living in every moment, often wish for sth whether it may come true or not, whether it is like building castles in the cloud or very realistically wishing for earning/having more money to upgrade life in the consumerist world.From the impossible to possible-- the range is wide open like the span of our life.
Once you make the wish, you can't take it back-- is the last line of the story. I think, it means once you are born you can't move away from life, you have to live till your death--normal or accidental--have to accept in whatever way it comes.
so, granting one wish is actually' The Wish' by the rules of which anybody can grant anyone only one wish which he or she has already made.
It seems like a paradox, but it is the most reasonable answer for Murakami's postmodern take on the typical Gene story through magic realism with a touch of whimsy.
Everyone pays attention to what she wanted, but I'm a little different, I want to focus more on her relationship with the narrator. I think the two are in a relationship that is likely to have an affair. I think her hope was "I want you not to want any more", but on top of that, whether she is doing it on her own initiative or not, trying to have a relationship with the narrator. I think it is mysterious and unique to this novel. I want director Ryusuke Hamaguchi to make this into a movie."That's because you already made your wish"
Or the story itself is her lie and can be thought of as an excuse for bargaining in love.
why am i crying after realizing this...
realizing what pls
Go for it guys, it's a good work of fiction.
i love all Murakami's work, especially short stories. Please check them out, or let me know if you want more of the audiobook. Thanks :'>
@@LienNguyen-rm5zt I would definitely love more of Murakami's short stories
I'll first finish the ones you've already posted.
Have you read any of his novels ?
@@nemo9189 yes I read most of them, if not all. My recommendations would be all his novels LOL but Norwegian Wood is my most favorite, first read it when i was in 11th grade, still read it now. Also please check out "South of the Border, West of the Sun", "Kafka on the Shore", "After Dark", "Men without Women", "Colorless Tsukuru Tazaki and His Years of Pilgrimage", "The Wild Sheep Chase", "Dance, Dance, Dance" and if you have time, "1Q84" :'>
I wouldnt recommend starting with his latest novel "Killing the Commendatore" though.
btw im feeling really happy right now; there's someone listening to my beloved author's- Murakami's work. Thanks!
@@LienNguyen-rm5zt haha! I was engulfed by his works when I read Kafka. It made me think, made me question. It was more than a book and even more than a journey.
@@LienNguyen-rm5zt I'll read the recommendation you gave, I have bought 1q84
Reading that
what if she wished that she wish for the best wish for her
Thhnks bhai🙏
Hello... Can you please tell me Where can I find the other stories?
I tried to upload new videos but I got copyright, but you can always find the audiobooks on Audible, it costs money tho.
That's it..... Is it over 🙄
What was her wish I really dint get can anyone plz explain
I think the point was she didnt make a wish, that was her wish
@@liamsweeney4754 i agree, she might have wished that she never needs to wish for anything
The story follows her reflections on the nature of wishes and the consequences they might bring.
In the ending of "The Birthday Girl," the protagonist finds herself faced with a difficult decision. She is granted the chance to make a wish, but she is warned that she must be careful with what she chooses because there will be no turning back.
After much contemplation, the protagonist decides to wish for happiness. However, instead of instantly receiving happiness, she realizes that happiness is something that she must actively work towards and cultivate in her life. She understands that it cannot simply be granted to her as a result of a single wish.
As the story concludes, the protagonist embraces the idea that happiness is a journey rather than an immediate destination. She acknowledges that life is filled with ups and downs, and finding happiness requires effort and perseverance.
The ending of "The Birthday Girl" is bittersweet and thought-provoking. It emphasizes the importance of personal agency and the recognition that true happiness is not something that can be obtained through external forces alone. It suggests that happiness is a complex and ongoing process that requires one's active participation and choices.
Murakami's storytelling style often leaves room for interpretation and contemplation, so readers may find different meanings and insights within the ending of "The Birthday Girl" based on their own perspectives and experiences.
Is it the complete book??
yes