finally

as if proving myself right (see below), i am up to p. 17 with only a few quotes and word choice, and have tons more that just need to be edited.

"Evoking Toni Cade Bambara’s saying that the natural response to challenge and pain is renewal to and growth, Walker’s novel suggests that the natural inclination is to grow, change, and develop spirit in everyday life. No matter the level of your pull to abusive or self-destructive behavior, there is always the possibility for growth and change."