Dead Tree

So as we kept reading the chapter 9 tonight, we read about Magdalena called Lena being mad at Milkman, because he told Macon about her relationship with Porter. Before she starts explaining to him why she really brought him to her room she shows him the little Maple. "The leaves should be turning red now. September is almost over. But they´re not; they´re just shriveling and falling down green. You peed on it." I think this part is really important not only because of the dying maple tree, but also because of what Lena says right after that. "You peed on it. And on me." What do you think Lena tries to tell us through the metaphor of dying tree? 

Milkman's Journey

In chapter 10, we learn that Milkman decides to head to Pennsylvania to go look for the gold that was supposedly left in the cave. His intentions on his journey seem to change from greed of gold to self-understanding and his family history when he talks with Circe. Why do you think this intentions changed so quickly and what do you think he will do in order to better understand himself and figure out his family's history?

Song of Solomon Characters

Who is your favorite character in Song of Solomon? Why? What do you like the most about their character? Who is your least favorite character? What did they do that you didn't like/agree with?

First Corinthians

In chapter 9 the novel picks up with First Corinthian's life; after not hearing from her or about her for a good part of the book. I wonder why Morrison chose now to stick First Corinthian's part in. What's your guy's take on this?