What stood out to you in The Autumnal Interlude about the many lives Autumn leads? What do you think this interlude says about the journey we’re all on to discover who we are?

The Autumnal Interlude is an abrupt break from the world that Sasha and Lil know. It’s also a coming-of-age story for Autumn, who searches for her identity as both a queer woman and, eventually, a child of the pecan trees. What stood out to you about the many lives she leads? What do you think this interlude says about the journey we’re all on to discover who we are?

I think Autumn journey is one that helped her learn about herself. I don't think her path was linear but one that allowed her to have many experiences that pointed her in the direction of going back to Sasha. I think she questioned herself along the way and was even unsure about reconnecting with Sasha.

I think about my life today. There were ups and downs...questions to be answered. I am a healthier individual today because of them. I know compassion and caring are important virtues because I have experienced them throughout the years.

Could this be called "a learning curve"?