How we cite our quotes: (Chapter.Paragraph)
Quote #10
On the way back on the bus I sat with Margie Ann who said she doesn't ever want to get out. She said as soon as she gets out the kids will be right there hassling her head and trying to get her to take off again and right now she knows she couldn't say no. Then she looked at me and said, "Why don't we take off, just the two of us. I know where we can get a mixed bag in a minute." (263.1)
This is actually the first time Alice shows any sign of being over the whole drug scene. Her traumatic overdose has left her pretty sour on the idea of hallucinogens, and for once she'd probably be able to turn it down if it were offered. Her ability to see how totally ridiculous Margie Ann sounds shows huge growth in terms of self-awareness, don't you think?