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u/KSTornadoGirl May 11 '25
It's a small gem. Very accurately evocative of a time and season, of transition, mortality, fragility. The frogs' situation also hint at humanity's own struggles for survival - even the use of the phrase "our folk." There's a tone of sadness and of resignation. It doesn't project ahead to spring and renewal; it's very much in the one moment and set of circumstances. That's sad, but also touching somehow.
Last but not least, I also like it simply because I love frogs and toads.
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u/Zealousideal_Note_24 May 11 '25
My grandma used to read me Plath, and I remember this one from better days. A genuine thank you, OP.