This is the way you look at the poorest details of the world resurfaced, after you've been driving for a long time -- you feel their singleness and precise location and the forlorn coincidence of you being there to see them.
In Alice Munro's work, "The Progress of Love," the narrative explores the intimate experience of perceiving the smallest, often overlooked details of life. After a long journey, the protagonist finds a renewed awareness of the world around them. This newfound focus allows them to appreciate the unique aspects of the surroundings that might typically be dismissed. The reflection on these details creates a deeper connection with their environment and highlights the...