Maine is Brent's last stop before he heads home. After planting his last whirligig on the artist's property, he feels that he is finally ready to meet his family again and to face Lea's mother. He also looks forward to attending a new school in the fall.
Brent's time at Weeksboro has given him hope and courage to face the challenges of the future. Because of the artist's compassion and understanding, Brent learns that he can forgive himself. While he may have caused Lea's death, he need not live in the shadow of his crime. It is therefore a relief to Brent when he realizes that his past mistakes need not hamper his ability to navigate his future successfully.
Brent also learns that, when he crossed paths with Lea, it set into motion a catalyst of events that was to bring hope to strangers he later met in Washington, Florida, California, and Maine. Now, with his last whirligig project finished and his promise to Mrs. Zamora fulfilled, Brent feels that he can look forward to a brighter future.
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