Interesting quote

On page 54 Linda says, "The little vine was taking deep root in my existence, though its clinging fondness excited a mixture of love an pain." I found this quote interesting because earlier when the child wasn't doing well, she wished death upon him. She didn't want her son to be a slave or anyone for that matter. She felt that since it was her who brought the child in the world it was her fault that he would become a slave. She wished death on her son because Linda did not want him to face the same kind of fear, pain and mourning that she has faced. LInda does not wish anything bad on anyone, even those who envy her, such as Mrs. Flint. Linda is a very empathetic person and when her son was sick she wanted him to die so he wouldn't have to suffer the rest of his life fighting for his freedom. Once the child started to become well and healthier she starts to feel for him, even though she felt for him before, she sees him as a new joy and present in her life. he will become a new motivation for her to work harder so she can buy her and his freedom.