How we cite our quotes: (Chapter.Paragraph)
Quote #7
"Do you think the two worlds could mean her life here with Grandpa and Granny, and her life there with you and Uncle Everett?"
"Mama was always fascinated with that place where two different things come together." (14.26-27)
Aunt Belle is super drawn the places where things come together—she's intrigued by these sort of one-foot-in-this-world-the-other-in-that kind of setups. Perhaps this is because she's always been compared to her sister, and so has always been split across two people instead of standing solely on her own. Just a thought.
Quote #8
"Belle? Oh, that's easy. She actually vanished, you see, many years ago, when she was about your age. Now she is out there trying to find herself again." (16.120)
According to Porter, the kids shouldn't worry all that much about Aunt Belle. She's not in any danger—she's just out in the world exploring and learning about herself. It's a long-overdue journey to figure out who she is.
Quote #9
"A Dixie Pixie! I just love it!" I said with all the enthusiasm I could muster.
"But all your pretty curls…?" Mary Lee began.
"They were just too much of a burden!" I interrupted, using Mama's words. "I should have done this years ago." (20.35-37)
With her new hair, Gypsy gets to take on a whole new personality. She doesn't have to constantly worry about keeping her hair clean and brushed anymore; now she can be daring like one of those fashion models in New York City.