On Men and Freedom

Last week's discussion ended on Andrea's search of freedom and it was

indicated by her large number of partners that she was maybe not only

supporting herself through prostitution but also finding sex with women

pleasurable. It is striking that her viewpoint of freedom has converted

her to act in ways similar to that of the men she has been with,

essentially with violence and carelessness. The animalistic instincts of

her sexuality greatly reflect the actions of her perspective of men.

Therefore I do not agree with the character's perspective that she is

free when in fact she is in bondage to sexuality.

As such, the notion of love and sex is not completely grasped from the

character. Not only has she not been exposed to a genuine love that

cares for her wellbeing but as stated in class, emotional and supportive

friendships are non-existent.I do recall her statement of not being hurt

by love but then her perception of "love" is pain and hurt". This would

in turn affect her perception of whether profound love and sex could

even exist for her. AS such, she accepts that the conditions of her

first "rape" event and assumes that is her destiny. So my question would

be where would her real freedom of the ties of her pain really occur?

Complete freedom is found spiritually, which she feels has betrayed her,

so in turn the character does experience harsh circumstances without

love and freedom.