In Alice Walker's "In Search of Our Mothers' Gardens: Prose," a woman reflects on her life and the struggles she has encountered. She recalls an old woman who once scolded her but ended up in a difficult situation, relying on sticks to walk. This contrast prompts a deeper contemplation about life's journey and the resilience it often requires.

As she considers her own circumstances, the narrator expresses gratitude for her eight healthy children, three of whom are in college. This appreciation for her life's blessings highlights a sense of pride in her family and the strength she has maintained over the years. Ultimately, her reflections lead her to recognize a higher power, exclaiming, "Ain't Jesus wonderful?"