June, the lead female character in The Handmaid’s Tale, uses a bathroom which has wallpaper with blue forget-me-not flowers. The author, Margaret Atwood, builds up tension and momentum by slowly revealing the life style of June. Readers learn the significance of the bath time routine later.

Blue forget-me-not flowers
Blue forget-me-not flowers

Likewise, Atwood writes about how June saves up almost all the pats of butter provided in her meals. She uses them for her skin care. Supple skin and youthful appearance are vital for her maintaining her place in the household.

If you’re interested to know more about how the use of organic, readily available butter for beauty care, get a book.

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The Handmaid's Tale by Margaret Atwood
The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood

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