The Bean Trees
why would the relationship between lou ann and taylor benefit each of them?
what do they learn from each other
what do they learn from each other
As a new mom and a single mother, Lou Ann benefits from her relationship with Taylor in that she is able to see that a "single mother" is able to raise a child on their own and be successful, even in the face of adversity and fear of being alone.
Taylor on the other hand, can look at Lou Ann as a mentor. Taylor is becoming a woman and through Lou Ann is able to see that life is what we make of it. A woman can choose to allow her life and problems to encompass her, or she move on and make the best of her life; it's a personal choice. Lou Ann's example proves to Taylor that a woman can experience love on all levels, and that a woman can embrace those experiences (romantic and motherly love) and still grow as a woman.
The Bean Trees