He sees now that he is rich that these were the {shore} outings of the poor, ending in sunburn and stomach upset. Pop liked crabcakes and baked oysters but could never eat them without throwing up. When the Model A was tucked into the garage and little Mim tucked into bed Harry could hear his father vomiting in a far corner of the yard. He never complained about vomiting or about work, they were just things you had to do, one more regularly than the other.
In "Rabbit Is Rich," the character reflects on his family's past and their experiences during outings that, in retrospect, symbolize the struggles of the poor. While these beach trips were meant to be enjoyable, they often ended in discomfort, highlighting a stark contrast between his current wealth and his father's struggles. Harry recalls how his father loved crabcakes and baked oysters but would inevitably end up vomiting, illustrating the physical effects of their circumstances.
Despite the unpleasantness, Harry's father never voiced complaints about either his vomiting or the hard work required for daily survival. This acceptance of hardship as a fact of life shows a resilience that resonates deeply within their dynamic. Harry's memories encapsulate a complex mixture of nostalgia and realization, revealing how the trials of their past shaped the notion of wealth and family in his present.