The cane, as you see above, reminded me of the soothsayer. This cane has been in my family for many years, and seeing it in all of its ancient-ness reminded me of the almighty prophet. Canes are used to help people maneuver through the world. They are designed to give you support and give the blind and the weak a sense of direction, as well. That's what the soothsayer was trying to do for Caesar, help him make his way, but also warn him of the danger. Caesar, who chose to ignore the soothsayer, ultimately sealed his own defeat. Just like when people refuse to use canes and other such items to make their way through the world. They fall, and it's ultimately their fault. They didn't take the necessary precautions or listen to the wise, just like Caesar.
Seriously, you have a talent for writing. I like the deep analysis you incorporated into your explanation, and I appreciate how you used the soothsayer as an example. Not many people remember him in the play, but he plays such a major role. Also, it was super smart of you to use a family antique, since it adds more "vintage," to the overall explanation. Once again, awesome job.
ReplyDeleteThis is so different! I really like how you stepped outside the box and used the soothsayer as an example. It's kind of cool how you and your family have a cane too haha. Overall, this is a really well written connection to the play. Keep it up! (:
ReplyDeleteThank you so much! (:
ReplyDeleteThis was an interesting connection to read.! :]
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed reading it and I can see how things connect with the play.
Awwww I thought I was the only one that used him! Oh well, you out shined me! Very clever wording! I agree with Jessica!
ReplyDeleteThe first thing i thought of with that cane was the soothsayer. You wrote an incredible analysis. You really do have a talent. Great job.
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ReplyDeleteYou are such an incredible writer, Courtney. This was written in a way that really grasped my attention from the beginning, and made me think. Who knew a cane could have so much meaning! This was a great explanation. Fantastic job! :D
ReplyDeleteI agree, you use such deep thinking in your writing, keep up the good work. I never thought about the Soothsayer, nice going.
ReplyDeleteYou do have a deep sense of writing and the wording is great. It is a good thing you mentioned the soothsayer because he plays a very important part in the play. Great connection you made by using the cane.
ReplyDeleteWow, you really captured my attention on this thought. Your wording and connections were so clever! Espeacially when you made the cane act as a symbol of help and warning. Amazing job!
ReplyDeleteI agree with Pam, you really gave the cane a lot of meaning. I would have never thought of it in this way. Good job!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much!
ReplyDeleteGreat job, Pootie! i agree with what jessica and Jennifer said. Very nice explaination.
ReplyDeletenice connection between the cane helping the blind sense a direction and helped the soothsayer, and that the soothsayer was sort of like a cane for Caesar but guess he didn't think he needed it
ReplyDeleteThat is such a cool item! I love the way that you connected it to an actual character! Great job!
ReplyDeletecool cane, really reminds you of the whole soothsayer is an old guy who travels with a cane.
ReplyDeleteAwesome job using the cane as a connection. I wouldn't have thought to put this awesome prop in! This to me just helps connect the foreshadowing of Caesar's death. Great job!
ReplyDeleteNice idea. Your cane would fit right into the play as a prop! Good job of catching the symbolism too
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