How we cite our quotes: (Part.Chapter.Paragraph)
Quote #4
Upon hearing that her brother was missing, Sylvia became hysterical, sobbing so loudly that her neighbor ran to her. (3.13.42)
It isn't just the parents who miss their sons, it's the siblings too. Sylvia has a difficult time with Louie's disappearance, because she and Louie are so close.
Quote #5
In Torrance, Anthony Zamperini remained stoic. Louise cried and prayed. From the stress, open sores broke out all over her hands. Sylvia thought her hands looked like raw hamburger. (3.13.48)
The stress of losing a family member (or perceiving him as lost) manifests itself in different ways. Not that we're quantifying love (okay, we are)… but maybe Louie's mom loves him the most out of anyone, since her stress and grief present themselves physically.
Quote #6
Louie had often boasted to Phil about his mother's cooking, and at some point, Phil asked Louise to describe how she made a meal. […] Soon, Louise's kitchen floated with them: Sauces simmered, spices were pinched and scattered, butter melted on tongues. (3.14.25)
Memories of the past help keep the men alive when they are lost at sea. Mom's cooking is so potent, it practically gives them real nutrition.