Critic Barbara Christian agrees and points out that there is "nothing more precious than being characteristically and spontaneously [yourself]" (1). ... Indeed, her tinted view of heritage and her family is blocking her ability to truly appreciate her mother and sister and their lifestyle. ... She can truly understand that her sister's criticism and "fault finding power" has nothing to do with Maggie's lack, but with Dee's incredibly ridiculous attempts to cover up her own insecurities. ... The Johnson's quilts are patches of war uniforms, dresses, and o...

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