I agree with much of what is written here, except that I think some are missing the nobility of work. Without a useful task to do, the main character might just fall apart. This is true of both typing and making pies. She is choosing to not cry or die. " I'm making pies " This is the prototypical stiff upper lip attitude of many of our elderly family who do not make being a victim their identity. I feel admiration for that toughness. "It's not far. I can walk" Good for her! Love this song and all it means.
I agree with much of what is written here, except that I think some are missing the nobility of work. Without a useful task to do, the main character might just fall apart. This is true of both typing and making pies. She is choosing to not cry or die. " I'm making pies " This is the prototypical stiff upper lip attitude of many of our elderly family who do not make being a victim their identity. I feel admiration for that toughness. "It's not far. I can walk" Good for her! Love this song and all it means.