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September 23, 2005
Annie Dillard Sees
I think that this essay by Annie Dillard is powerful in the fact that it points out that there is more than one way to "see" things, but we do not often realize it.
Through her own unique style of syntax, she shows readers that we, as one, must see for ourselves. Sure, sounds obvious, but it's not! We often see through something else, and because of this, and because of the fact we are unaware of it, we often cannot see what surrounds us. What we do not see clearly, what we do not appreciate, is nature in all its beauty. Modern society, "culture", technology, etc. distracts us away from it, but we all need to take the time to break away and stop to actually look around and see what is truly there, and what truly matters.
Posted by lcisthur at September 23, 2005 12:24 AM
Comments
Very astute, Allie!
Posted by: Ellen Grabiner at September 23, 2005 06:59 AM
I think we also have to consider that some people do not want to "stop and smell the roses." In today's culture there is almost no need for it. Plus, some people are just more inclined to think romantically versus more with our modern reality.
Posted by: Jessica Y at September 25, 2005 03:46 PM