3/28/2011

" Kira : A New Life in the Old Village"

Kira in Gathering Blue by Lois Lowry has a bright future ahead of her. The strong bond that she has with her allies, Jo and Thomas , and her father, Christopher enable and strengthen her to believe in herself as a new leader in her society. Through her gift of weaving, she can construct a new society that is civilized, not barbaric as before. She can integrate the blue color brought from
" over yonder" to depict a glorious blue sky in the Singer's Robe signifying the freedom that they will all enjoy from now on. Citizens from over yonder , regardless of their handicap, can become integrated in Kira's society as first -class citizens. When everyone realizes Kira's well- meaning plan, he or she will collaborate on perfecting society and will be proud of putting all of his or her efforts in trying to improve and perfect it.