Emily vs. Elisa

Emily and Elisa were two ladies that were seen as polar opposites, yet, at the same time, lived very similar lives. Odd, you may say, but during the time frame of the late 1800’s and early 1900’s, women were expected to be homemakers. They were both happy on the outside, but brewing like a pot of hot soup on the inside. Emily and Elisa both felt trapped in their relationships and isolated from society. They were manipulated by their significant others and felt like prisoners in their own homes. Emily went to extreme measures to get what she wanted, and Elisa continued to live a miserable life with his husband.
Emily lived in a small town where everybody knew everybody and lived in a square- shaped home. She wasn’t married but was dating a Yankee named Homer Barron that worked in construction. She was raised by a wealthy family that was well respected by others in the community. When he father passed away, Homer was the only thing she had left. Everyone in the community became concerned when Homer showed no remorse or sadness when her father died. In Emily’s eyes, she still had Homer and the house her father had left her. Emily was looking for more than just a significant other; she wanted to be married. Knowing that Homer was not a marrying man, Emily decided to take matters into her own hands. She went to the local jeweler and decided to purchase some items that would hint to Homer that she was wanting was more. She ordered a silver toilet set with the letters “H.B.” initialed on them. A few days later, Emily purchased a complete outfit of men’s clothing. One item stood out the most— a night shirt that said, “They are married”.
With Emily sending signs of marriage to Homer, Elisa, on the other hand, was already married and was ready to take the next step in their relationship—kids. Elisa lived on a farm with a big garden that had fencing