Courage Makes a Difference

Anne Sexton's poem appeals most to me because of the words she chooses. "Picking the scabs of your heart. Did it with only a hat to cover your heart." The way she personifies things makes it a lot more interesting to read. She starts off talking about the challenges of toddlers and how every person has gone through the teasing and feeling like your all alone. Later, she explains the challenges of war, love and preparing to die. I love that Anne chose powerful words, like stride, instead of boring verbs. Not only does it imply confidence, but it keeps my attention and interest in the poem. "Your courage was a small coal that you kept swallowing." This is saying that the courage is a small fire or warmth inside of you. Everyone has courage, whether you show it or not makes the difference in your life.