Long hair Quote by Janet Fitch
““I could see the two of us in the round mirror on the wall, our long hair down, our blue eyes. Norsewomen. When I saw us like this, I could almost remember fishing in cold deep seas, the smell of cod, the charcoal of our fires, our felt boots and our strange alphabet, runes like sticks, a language like the ploughing of fields.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: White Oleander, 1999
She imagines a mythic, Norse‑inspired self, linking identity to ancient symbols and sensory memory.
In simple terms: Imagining mythic selves connects past and present.
Key Takeaway
Use mythic imagery to explore identity.
Themes
identity
mythology
memory
culture
Mood
introspective
evocative
Type
literary
creative
When to use this quote
- writing retreats
- role‑play games
- personal reflection
- cultural studies
Key Concepts
symbolism
nostalgia
self‑construction
Questions to Reflect On
- What personal symbols define you?
- How does myth help you understand yourself?
A Different Perspective
Mythic framing may oversimplify complex modern identities.
