OMAM quotes

this shows a botherly relationship between Lennie and George as they look after each other

this's unusual for people pursuing the american dream as people alone are more likley to get a job. they are described as the loneyest guys in the world

Slim describes ranch workers as 'the loneliest guys in the world'

behind he is not in charge

showing master and pet 

boss/worker

this shows Lennie as a boss/worker or Owner/ pet. as he does as he is told