"Pictures of perfection, as you know, make me sick and wicked"

[epea_pteroenta]

OK, I promised eolivet an analysis of that intriguing line of Mary's from S02E03 "The truth is we're very much alike so naturally I think she's perfect".

I've already written about it quite a bit in this post so this will quote and use that (because I'm lazy).

Comments

Naturally

[tripp3235]

Love your interpretation. I believe Mary is using sarcasm to mask what she really thinks, but there is some truth to her statement.

1. By declaring that she and Lavinia are alike thus she is perfect, Mary is also giving herself a compliment. It's a good way to watch Matthew's reaction to it, how he responds in regards to Lavinia but also to her, Mary. Of course, I'm sure Mary didn't do this conciously, it's what women do when we want a guy but we know he's seeing that chick over there so comparing oneself positvely to the other woman is a subtle way of reminding him about alternatives.

2. I'm sure Mary expects Matthew to take it as a joke and to possibly chuckle. She and Lavinia are not alike and I'm sure Mary now sadly would say even their scandals are not alike. But I also believe she thinks there is one area where she and Lavinia are similar and that is in their love for Matthew. She may be coyly referring to this characteristic rather their overall persons.

But maybe I just want to keep talking to just talk. I like doing that. :D

Re: Naturally

[epea_pteroenta]

I really like your idea that it is also a compliment. Subconscious perhaps, but a great interpretation! *adds another layer*

And I agree that she is more likely to be thinking of their love for him than anything else, though I do think more is there.

I like talking too! :)