According to one source, not only is Madge adopting from Malawi, but apparently, 12 orphans sang songs from her repertoire when they were lined up for her. There is no trace of this spectacle in the original story, and I am hoping it isn't true; how vile is the image of African orphans desperately trying to seduce a new mommy with her own lyrics.
posted by Helen Sparkles at 12:20 AM
There were 2 Helens at the time, & I can't remember what the other one got called, but Mrs Twinkletoes named me Helen Sparkles (cos I do apparently) & it's stuck...! This space has been created mostly for my own amusement & shall be a mixture of high & low culture, along with a pinch of serious comment on current affairs, venturing into the occasional social issue, as well the occasional foray into musings & hidden shallows. Mostly I shall be trying to ensure it looks pretty!
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