Nancy Fitz-Hugh Meneely - 'Still Life With Grandmother'

The transcript describes a summer visit with a grandmother who inherited her 13 grandchildren. It highlights her patience, the presence of a peacock, and the evening routine where the children resist bedtime. The grandmother is depicted as a figure of solitude, working under a lamp after her husband's passing. The narrative captures the transition from summer to fall, emphasizing the grandmother's enduring presence and the children's anticipation of another day.

What emotions does the grandmother experience during the night after her husband has died?

What imagery is used to describe the environment surrounding the grandmother's house?