Honor thy mother and thy father?

[russtenning]

Larkin’s poem is an example of great literature.  It deals with a universal theme of parenting from the viewpoint of the child who, regardless of the effort of the parent, feels they fail them. The title, with its Biblical tone is mocking same for as soon as you begin the poem you realize that one  of the ten commandments: ‘Honor thy mother and

Comments

[greenfrogger15]

i really liked your unique take on this poem, your insight was very different than other especially the biblical ties.

[debbie_g]

I like the way you use the example of the french toast in "Simple Recipes"; I think you are definitely on the right track, though I'd like perhaps to see a little more development. Nice work, overall.