The writer wants to edit the bold portion of the last sentence of paragraph 1 (reproduced below) so it is more appropriate for a modern audience but still matches the connotations of the original.
After this fine last lesson I managed to make a small fire out of wet twigs, got a cup of tea, stripped off my dripping clothing, wrapped myself in a blanket and lay brooding on the gains of the day and plans for the morrow, glad, rich, and almost comfortable.
Which of the following revisions most effectively accomplishes this goal?
a
contemplating the achievements of the day
b
reflecting on the challenges of the day
c
thinking about what I learned today
d
worrying about the lack of progress for the day
e
celebrating the obstacles overcome for the day