Connections?

Romeo and Juliet...two people, two different households, two enemies- come together in love.  We each connect to the novel differently even though it was written a long time ago.  The author died, but the Romeo and Juliet legacy lives on.  For me, my connection isn't with the main characters necessary, but it’s with Benvolio, Romeo's cousin.  I can total relate with the concept of friendship, and I'm sure we all can.  Benvolio is always trying to cheer Romeo up and would do anything to make him happy again.  This is a crucial concept in my mind.  If anyone was upset, I will do almost anything to cheer them up.  I always try to be there to pick up the pieces and put them back together as fast as possible!  I love how Benvolio is constantly reminding Romeo of what else it out there and still staying positive.  On the other hand, I have been in Romeo's position... (Not so depressed over something), but when I am upset my "Benvolios"- aka friends- are always right behind me cheering me on.

I must be completely and totally honest that I am having a hard time deciphering the "Shakespearean" language by myself.  It’s hard to keep on looking to the left side for word meanings, to the reading page, think about all the concepts, and read at the same time.  Reading in class is much more affective for me.  Hearing it in different voices then my own. Going back over it in class I get a more insightful idea on some of the metaphors, pun, etc. that I was oblivious to. It's getting easier as we get into the novel, and I am hoping that by the end I will be fluent in understanding the "Shakespearean" language.