[stylist] Writing exercise: creative nonfiction- Life Lessons

[Vejas Vasiliauskas]

Yes, it seems that the mother's conflict has something to do with 
the fact that she doesn't really know the proper way to raise a 
child.
If Bridgit were a boy, I think this would be very different.  
Although the role of women in society is still evolving, I think 
that where boys have to be is more obvious.  (Feel free to 
disagree with me on this one).
Vejas

 ----- Original Message -----
From: Debby Phillips via stylist <stylist at nfbnet.org
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Date sent: Sun, 02 Aug 2015 15:54:24 -0800
Subject: Re: [stylist] Writing exercise: creative nonfiction- 
Life Lessons

Bridgit, I feel the conflict, the longing, the desire to be like
your mother.  And your mother's conflict, too.  I understand so
much, about you, but also about how mothers and daughters send
mixed signals to each other.  Mom: Oh, Debra, I don't want you to
be heavy.  You look so pretty when you are slim." Mom: "Do you
want some ice cream?" Mom: You are very smart, you should go to
college, and get an education." Mom: I hope you find a good man
who will be good to you." Mom: You should always have money of
your own.  You don't ever want to be totally dependent on some
man." Mom: I need to get the mail before your dad sees....  Lol.
No wonder we're all mixed up!

But I loved the imagery, the scents, the tastes, all that those
images brought to mind.  I could taste the banana bread, the
Snickerdoodles, the chocolate chip bars.  Thanks for making me
hungry.  Lol.     Debby

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