Baird's quasi-satirical story emphasizes the tussle between high-mindedness and baser instincts. As a librarian observes, the dictates of reason were no match for the flash of celebrity.
My Silent Generation grandma taught me the values that I rely on to parent my own kids
"Her presence in our home was a constant source of calm, order, and quiet wisdom. While our world buzzed with screens and change, she stayed rooted in structure and discipline."