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This made me smile:

...although my mother is sweet and old and a lady, she avoids being a sweet old lady. When people are in danger of mistaking her for one, she flings in something from left field; she refuses to be taken for granted.

Margaret Atwood, "Significant Moments in the Life of My Mother" from Bluebeard's Egg (a short story collection).
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Dorte H said…
I like the sound of that mother - and I admire Atwood´s writing style so much.
March 18, 2010 6:47 pm
Bibliophile said…
It could be a description of one old lady of my acquaintance. I agree on Atwood - her writing style is a strong point, and I loved the humour in the story. I'm looking forward to reading the rest of the stories, and later I think I may tackle one of her novels.
March 18, 2010 9:36 pm
Dorte H said…
It is very unusual for me, but actually the best text I have ever read by Atwood is a poem: Progressive Insanities of a Pioneer. It is so brilliant and so funny!
March 19, 2010 1:02 pm
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