In the story “Chrysanthemums” Elisa seems to be a lonely woman who longs to be useful to her husband and the family orchard. She throws herself into gardening and grows beautiful, strong chrysanthemums. When the tinker stops by to sell his serves, Elisa seems flattered when he shows interest in her chrysanthemums. Elisa comes to life; taking off her gloves and her hat, I feel this is showing her confidence as a strong woman. When she is getting ready for her night out with her husband, she admires her looks in the mirror and dresses confidently in a beautiful dress. The attention of the tinker in her chrysanthemums has built confidence. But when her and her husband come to the wagon and the flowers on the road she hides her face so, he will
