Most recent public comments by Vedrana Kaletovic https://nowcomment.com/users/130446 https://nowcomment.com/documents/335213?scroll_to=2964568 https://nowcomment.com/documents/335213?scroll_to=2964568 In particular although there are many books written on this topic, I think it's easy to recognize that Kindred displayed some important purposes such as the constant changes in culture and expectations in our society that eventually leads to conflict. Fri, 02 Dec 2022 13:02:54 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/335213?scroll_to=2964545 https://nowcomment.com/documents/335213?scroll_to=2964545 It is important that the book specifically emphasizes the history of the African American women who experienced the most challenges and hardships throughout this time; reminds of me of the social class pyramid where Dana was very near the bottom. Even African American men had somewhat more advantages. Fri, 02 Dec 2022 12:54:36 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/335213?scroll_to=2964537 https://nowcomment.com/documents/335213?scroll_to=2964537 The story altogether progresses so quickly as Dana attempts to connect all the cues to why she is in this historical place right at this time, only to find out that this is her great grandfather. Cruel is an exceptional word to describe this situation because Dana was absolutely startled by the plantantion, as well as the fear of being in a stranger's house where death could come crawling in any second. Fri, 02 Dec 2022 12:51:06 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/335213?scroll_to=2964527 https://nowcomment.com/documents/335213?scroll_to=2964527 What I thought was so interesting aboutthis book is that it began with a prologue about a more recent even, and went all the way back into the past.This gave a lot of insight about the book itself, while also giving it a more complicated meaning for the reader since we had no clue what the book was about yet. Fri, 02 Dec 2022 12:46:15 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/334246?scroll_to=2956758 https://nowcomment.com/documents/334246?scroll_to=2956758 I often tend to forget to look at the figurative language as much when I read the poems, but that’s such an important contrast. Wed, 16 Nov 2022 13:24:47 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/334246?scroll_to=2956753 https://nowcomment.com/documents/334246?scroll_to=2956753 I like the way you put this into words because at the end of the day your own view on things is what matters the most and that’s the one thing you are fully in control of. Wed, 16 Nov 2022 13:23:05 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/334246?scroll_to=2956732 https://nowcomment.com/documents/334246?scroll_to=2956732 I was able to find a similar comparison between the two poems. As soon as I read the title, my first thought was that both the ocean and lake are bodies of water but it’s their size that makes them so different and personally, a lake is a safer environment because it’s small and has a specific shape to it. On the other hand, you never know what you’ll find in the deep waters, which may not make people feel as safe. Wed, 16 Nov 2022 13:21:31 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/334246?scroll_to=2956725 https://nowcomment.com/documents/334246?scroll_to=2956725 I strongly agree with this, it’s offering a support system for the boy but it sounds more reliable and confident compared to the cathedral poem. Wed, 16 Nov 2022 13:19:01 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/334246?scroll_to=2956720 https://nowcomment.com/documents/334246?scroll_to=2956720 I really enjoyed reading your perspective on this especially because you included the government aspect of it which seriously affects the society so much. Wed, 16 Nov 2022 13:17:56 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/334246?scroll_to=2956714 https://nowcomment.com/documents/334246?scroll_to=2956714 I like that you made this comment because we had the same thought process on things, except that you included the aftermath of the hurricane as well which is important to think about. Wed, 16 Nov 2022 13:16:02 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/334246?scroll_to=2956657 https://nowcomment.com/documents/334246?scroll_to=2956657 Considering this is the last poem of the series and it is presented in a positive light, it’s meant to pursue the reader to move towards a bigger change and make this poem a real place in the world by improvements. It is almost like the poem is a fever dream or a sense of hope for how things can be in the future. Fri, 02 Dec 2022 12:39:02 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/334246?scroll_to=2956645 https://nowcomment.com/documents/334246?scroll_to=2956645 Compared to all the other poems in the series, this same boy is now experiencing a place full of happiness and ambitions. Wed, 16 Nov 2022 13:01:56 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/334246?scroll_to=2956634 https://nowcomment.com/documents/334246?scroll_to=2956634 I think New Orleans is meant to have a deeper meaning to it, possibly because slavery and segregation was especially bad in the states such as Louisiana. It’s meant to make a contrast between the past and present. Wed, 16 Nov 2022 12:59:13 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/334246?scroll_to=2956595 https://nowcomment.com/documents/334246?scroll_to=2956595 The lake is representing hope and change vs the ocean which was the complete opposite. It offers a welcoming place for everyone. Wed, 16 Nov 2022 12:55:53 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/334246?scroll_to=2956591 https://nowcomment.com/documents/334246?scroll_to=2956591 The word no is repeated throughout the text; this is to show that the previous misconceptions and judgements of the society no longer stand in this environment. Wed, 16 Nov 2022 13:17:43 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/334246?scroll_to=2956585 https://nowcomment.com/documents/334246?scroll_to=2956585 Very playful and calm connotations, the kids are only having fun rather than worrying about drowning or such. Wed, 16 Nov 2022 12:52:50 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/334246?scroll_to=2956583 https://nowcomment.com/documents/334246?scroll_to=2956583 Reminds me of the cicada poem, but this time the meaning suggests that these kids cannot be broken apart by anything. Wed, 16 Nov 2022 12:51:22 -0500 https://nowcomment.com/documents/334246?scroll_to=2956537 https://nowcomment.com/documents/334246?scroll_to=2956537 Smith is focusing on what the idea of freedom means to each individual - feeling independent and seen. Children are openly playing in the public with no fear. Wed, 16 Nov 2022 12:49:50 -0500