Poppies Flashcards

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“Steeled the softening of my face”

A

Upset about his departure but putting on a brave face for his sake.
Mothering.

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2
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“I resisted the impulse to run my fingers through the gelled blackthorns of your hair”

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He’s growing up.
Maternal imagery.
Change.

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3
Q

“Without a winter coat or reinforcements of a scarf or gloves”

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Neglecting herself.
Blaming herself for his death.
Felt like she didn’t do enough for him so won’t do enough for herself.

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