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A Reading Life, A Writing Life, with Sally Bayley
Mrs Robinson
Jul 26, 2023
Reflections on the isolation and longing of a neighbor who lived upstairs, contrasting experiences of being seen or unseen in life, exploring the mysterious nature of Mrs Robinson and her love and presence.
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- Mrs. Robinson was a mysterious figure who lived unseen and unheard, leaving us with unanswered questions about her life.
- Despite her absence of physical traces, Mrs. Robinson's presence continues to shine through the image of her shadow etched onto the windowpane, leaving a lasting impact on our memories.
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Mrs. Robinson: The Unseen Neighbor
Mrs. Robinson, the mysterious lady who lived on the upper floors of the building, remained unseen and unheard throughout our lives. From the concrete garden below, we watched her, wondering about her life behind the dark pane of glass. She seemed like an enigmatic figure, frozen and trapped behind the smearing glass like a museum exhibit. Her presence, though invisible, lingered in our minds, leaving us with unanswered questions about her loves, her passions, and what made her heart sing.
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