I feel sarcasm and awe. She’s wrestling with the fact that she really doesn’t like God as defined by humans (especially men) but at the same time is transformed by what - the music, the symbol of God in the organ? She will never be a Bernadine (not sure of spelling) so it’s almost said glibly, but again with the understanding that something did happen - she was moved and changed. It’s so subversive, I love it. And btw I have no idea whether that’s right or wrong, just adding to the discussion!
I feel sarcasm and awe. She’s wrestling with the fact that she really doesn’t like God as defined by humans (especially men) but at the same time is transformed by what - the music, the symbol of God in the organ? She will never be a Bernadine (not sure of spelling) so it’s almost said glibly, but again with the understanding that something did happen - she was moved and changed. It’s so subversive, I love it. And btw I have no idea whether that’s right or wrong, just adding to the discussion!
I am getting back to reading Emily Dickinson, thanks to your essay. Thank you!
Thank you. I'm glad you enjoyed it.
Again taking up Invisible Man, Ralph Ellison. Intense, provocative, heart rending.
That's one that deserves periodic rereading. Was your choice prompted when Trump suggested a "migrant league of fighters"?
I got a copy of Ellison's Three Days Before the Shooting..., but haven't read it yet.
A most welcoming and engaging introductory reflection. Like coming home.
She could be Ada McGrath from THE PIANO. Ada had a special way of communicating, too. She placed thoughts in the minds of people.
I hadn't made that connection. There are some strong similarities, for sure.