Poppies Flashcards
1
Q
“Steeled the softening of my face”
A
Upset about his departure but putting on a brave face for his sake.
Mothering.
2
Q
“I resisted the impulse to run my fingers through the gelled blackthorns of your hair”
A
He’s growing up.
Maternal imagery.
Change.
3
Q
“Without a winter coat or reinforcements of a scarf or gloves”
A
Neglecting herself.
Blaming herself for his death.
Felt like she didn’t do enough for him so won’t do enough for herself.