The Metaphor of the Storm
Have you ever experienced storm? It can be risky at times since it causes unpleasant weather. A storm is inform of strong wind which is not as strong as a hurricane but stronger than a gale. According to Kate Chopin’s story ‘The Storm’ there were people who were affected by a strong storm which led to heavy rainfall that ended after sometime. This heavy rainfall made people afraid of their safety and the safety of their loved ones. However, the storm was over and everyone was safe, having not been hurt by the storm. Therefore, no matter how strong the storm is, it does not last forever. Chopin’s story features characters called Bobinot, Calixta, Bibi, Alcee and Clarisee.
Bibi who was four years old, was a son to Bobinot and Calixta. Bobinot and Bibi were at Friedheimer’s store when the storm began. They had to stay at the store until the storm was over, Calixta on the other hand was at home sewing. Calixta was busy sewing using a sewing machine that she hardly noticed the upcoming storm. While at the store, Bibi looked wise.
Bibi suggested with blinking eyes, “Mama ‘ll be ‘fraid, yes.”
Bobinot responded to his son reassuringly, “She’ll shut the house. Maybe she got Sylvie helpin’ her this evenin’.”
Bibi piped, “No; she ent got Sylvie. Sylvie was helpin’ her yistiday.”
This conversation reveals the storm they were experiencing was strong, making them think of t Calixta’s safety. The strength of the storm made the wooden store Bibi and his father