8220;Deep down inside there was a big empty space. Something about you helped me see. Free from having tear filled eyes. Without your love I finally see. The person I was meant to be. This poem shows how Leonce was just a burden for Edna. She no longer wanted his love.

This man, Alcée, and I have been spending more time together. He has been there for me through my decision to move to my separate hose. It is nice living on my own. I refuse to be the property of my husband any longer. I would like to thank you for allowing me to come and visit you a while ago. Although you would not let me read the letter from Robert, I enjoyed your song and hearing some of what he wrote.

I am lost now more than ever! Also neither of them knows of the affair I had while they were away. Should I tell them? Will my husband leave me? I could not handle him leaving me again. If he leaves again, I shall go too. If he will not be with me I have no choice but to be completely free alone at sea for the rest of my life.