Most recent public comments by Khayla Mitchell https://nowcomment.com/users/133746 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347719?scroll_to=3072532 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347719?scroll_to=3072532 She killed herself Fri, 26 May 2023 12:06:11 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347719?scroll_to=3072530 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347719?scroll_to=3072530 The narrator describes the scene where a person, presumably Lizzie, is looking down at little Bessie. Bessie's yellow hair covers her face, and Lizzie brushes it back to get a better look at her. The description focuses on the features of Bessie's face, including her closed eyes with purple-veined eyelids and deep blue-gray eyes. It is mentioned that Lizzie's mother remarked on the resemblance between Lizzie and little Bessie when Bessie was a child. Fri, 26 May 2023 12:05:28 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347719?scroll_to=3072513 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347719?scroll_to=3072513 Shore = sure Fri, 26 May 2023 12:03:30 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347719?scroll_to=3072512 https://nowcomment.com/documents/347719?scroll_to=3072512 "You was there last night, so you know as much o' that end o' it as anybody" implies that the person being addressed was present at the location the previous night and therefore has knowledge of the situation being discussed. Fri, 26 May 2023 12:03:02 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/346100?scroll_to=3069363 https://nowcomment.com/documents/346100?scroll_to=3069363 i like reading Thu, 18 May 2023 17:49:26 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/346100?scroll_to=3069362 https://nowcomment.com/documents/346100?scroll_to=3069362 That shift in focus in the narrator's thoughts reflects a concern that their mother has no idea where they are or what is happening to them. This quote is important because it reveals the narrator's inner struggle with their own identity. They find joy in the moment of discovering the symbolic stick, but this is quickly replaced with concern for their mother and what she might think or feel. This highlights the tension between the narrator's need for freedom and recognition- both of which are hard to find in the small town of Melahatchie- and their desire to keep their mother from worrying. Background knowledge that is important to understanding this text includes a basic overview of where Melahatchie is geographically located, the types of people who live there, the history of the town, and the narrator’s personal relationship with their mother. All of these contexts contribute to our understanding of the narrator's emotional reaction to discovering the stick. My invitation to you is to spend some time revisiting this text and reflect on the complex relationship between the narrator's need for freedom and recognition and their desire to keep their mother from worrying. Maybe you'll discover some hidden treasures that help shed light on the narrator's inner struggles. Thu, 18 May 2023 17:45:19 -0400 https://nowcomment.com/documents/346100?scroll_to=3069361 https://nowcomment.com/documents/346100?scroll_to=3069361 The first sentence hints at a mix of emotions - excitement, confusion, and/or fear. The tone of Shay's voice mentioned in the text is one of comforting understanding. Shay's attitude is warm and empathetic, as indicated by her invitation to come over and connect with the speaker. This text offers a glimpse into a relationship between two friends, and how it can bring solace and understanding in difficult times. Paying attention to each character's emotions and reactions offers an interesting perspective on their individual journeys and their shared experiences. Inviting a new angle, such as the reader's own perspective, can bring greater insight into the text. If you love reading, I invite you to take another look at this text with fresh eyes to explore the relationship between the two characters in more detail and to see what else you can find. Thu, 18 May 2023 17:43:33 -0400