I was banished from that world forever, I knew. I couldn't go back now. One day soon I would go away from here entirely; I would leave this house, perhaps never to return. I hugged myself, comforting my fear. Very well then, I thought, I will be my own house. I will build myself a house out of my own flesh and bones where my frightened child-self can find shelter. After all, isn't that one of the things that women do? We are houses for our children, shielding them from harm within the stronghold of our bodies, until they are strong enough to breathe and walk alone. So surely I must be able to give myself shelter now. Patrice Kindl
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This quote is an example of the self-sacrifice that women are often required to make. The author imagines the life she would live if she were man. She is prepared to give up her life as a woman for the sake of her child. The fact that she feels trapped in this house, with no way out, only brings out her determination to make her own house. She will be able to provide her child with the safety and joy that she herself will not be able to enjoy.

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