Although Holden easily finds flaws in just about every other person with whom he has contact, he idealizes his sister Phoebe, who is consistently described as a perfect model of childhood innocence. Walking around familiar areas of New York reminds Holden of fond memories from the past, and his desire to return to a setting of security and comfort is likely part of the reason he wants to make contact with his young sister. Since he has not come to terms with his brother Allie's death in a healthy manner, his quest to see Phoebe is also an attempt to reconnect with Allie, who shared physical characteristics with Phoebe such as her red hair, and who is likewise held as an ideal in Holden's mind. Holden values Phoebe's simple, unconditional acceptance, which is rare in a world full of phonies. Since no one else in his life loves him as extravagantly or unquestioningly as Phoebe, his relationship with her is important and easy, inspiring a strong desire to see and talk with her.