One vignette that surprised me was ” Chanclas,” in which the narrator describes her fear of her mother’s rage and the way she used her chanclas (sandals) as a disciplinary tool. This vignette surprised me because it offered a glimpse into a cultural and familial dynamic that was unfamiliar to me. It sheds light on the complexities of the narrator’s relationship with her mother and how fear and love intertwine in her upbringing.
The Vignette that intrigued me was ” The Family of Little Feet,” in which the narrator and her friends try on high-heeled shoes and revel in the power and confidence they feel while wearing them. This vignette intrigued me because it highlighted the universal experience of young girls experimenting with femininity and the desire for autonomy and self-expression.
One vignette that puzzled me was “Alicia Who Sees Mice,” in which the narrator describes her neighbor Alicia’s fear of mice and her determination to overcome her circumstances through education. It puzzled me because it was a juxtaposition of vulnerability and resilience that I found thought-provoking. It made me reflect on the different ways in which people confront their fears and strive for a better future.
