Marigolds (short story)

what is the central idea

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The main theme or message in the story "Marigolds" has to do with empathy and compassion. Lizbeth, in her immaturity and angst, attacks Miss Lottie verbally and then cuts her precious marigolds. Lizbeth carries this shame and remorse into her adulthood.