Adulthood In Lizabeth's Marigolds

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Numerous people can connect with a story that they read or is specifically for them. Also, they have a purpose to be told to everyone. “Marigolds” is just like an example for almost everyone. Adulthood can be very difficult. Ultimately, it all work outs later in the future. In Marigolds there is a girl named Lizabeth who experience the transitions from childhood to adulthood. But it wasn’t that easy for her. In her childhood, she was going through pressure, responsibilities, and realizing people troubles and emotions. Lizabeth was beginning to go through some adult changes. Lizabeth was beginning to feel ashamed and she hates that feelings. Furthermore this can relate to modern life. This situation Lizabeth

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