Summary

In "Things I Notice About Sani While He Sings 'Strange Fruit' by Billie Holiday," Moth describes Sani's appearance when he sings.

In "Things My Grandfather Taught Me About the South," Moth considers how her ancestors' "souls were not given any space," and the way "Hoodoo was rooted to rebel" (102).

In "Things Sani Knows About the Truth," Sani's impressions of the southern land are rooted in his Native heritage.

In "Natural Bridge, Virginia," Moth and Sani visit Natural Bridge, which looks like "an ancient giant's head" growing from the land (104). They leave offerings and say prayers.

In "Interstate 40," they get back on the road. They add lines to their song. Sani holds Moth's hand while they sing. Moth studies "the lifeline on his palm" (107). Her heart beats so fast she has "to let go" (108).

In "Motel #1," at the motel, they share a bed, telling...