💪Edna asserts her independence by making plans to move to the pigeon house.
💔Edna's emotionally confusing experiences with Alcee influence her decision to move.
🔒Edna establishes control over her relationship with Alcee.
🏠The move to the pigeon house symbolizes freedom from societal expectations.
🕊️However, the smaller house also represents new restrictions and limitations.
Why does Edna plan a farewell dinner?
—The dinner serves as a sort of farewell to the old house and her previous life as a dutiful wife and mother.
How does Edna assert her independence?
—By planning to move to the pigeon house and dictating the terms of her relationship with Alcee.
What does the move to the pigeon house symbolize?
—It symbolizes freedom from societal expectations and the desire for financial independence.
What conflicting imagery does the pigeon house represent?
—The pigeon house represents both freedom and restrictions, symbolizing the conflict in Edna's desire for independence.
How does Edna's relationship with Alcee change?
—Edna establishes control over the terms of their relationship, setting boundaries and dictating when and where they can meet.
00:09Edna sets her plan to move to the pigeon house in motion.
00:19Edna and Alcee chat about the farewell dinner she's planning.
00:35Emotionally confused, Edna tells Alcee the next time they can meet is at the dinner.
00:49Edna thoroughly prepares to move to the pigeon house, keeping Alcee at a distance.
01:02Edna establishes her control over the terms of her relationship with Alcee.
