And now that she is at this juncture she realizes the predicament of her situation. Thus, through the statement, the narrator recognizes Mercedes thought-process and on how she is devout but harbors no hope any longer. She wishes to soon also meet her own demise and be able to be with her sister again. She feels alone and unsure of who will be her confidant or pray for her for that matter. Mercedes contemplates the way forward following the death of her sister Frances. To believe and yet to have no hope is to thirst beside a fountain.” Narrator
So as in their absence society should not be critical towards what is present. Henceforth, the assertion alludes to the fact that the world should not be molded to need certain individual attributes. Furthermore, the notion that she could have done something different with her life than she did due to her upbringing. The statement is directed at Aunt Camille who is considered an hardhearted woman by the people around her. “The world should not be organized to require heroines, and when one is required but fails to appear we should not judge. The quotation reflects the line the women in the Piper household walks because of their devoutness. Thus, in her mind this is a sacrifice in her part rather than a sin hence does not have to seek forgiveness. In this case, she lies to her father in regards to why Frances is not present for the meal, for she has gone to sleep. Hence any act that she deems a sin she has to repent. Mercedes is trying her best to be righteous and prayerful in the hope for Lily’s wellbeing. “Lies like that are not a sin, they are a sacrifice.” Narrator We are thankful for their contributions and encourage you to make your own.
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