stave 5

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Created by
Willow Screaton

Cards (8)

  • intro
    As Scrooge awakens on Christmas morning, he is filled with joy and relief, realizing he has a second chance at life. While he doesn’t openly reference death in this moment, his emotional transformation highlights the weight of loss he feels prior to his redemption.
  • When Scrooge expresses his desire to reconnect with his family and friends, it is an acknowledgment of the relationships he had neglected, which could be seen as a loss in his life. This reflects the theme of loss as he recognizes what he had almost lost forever due to his previous actions.
  • Scrooge’s mantra of embracing life is a stark contrast to the finality of death. Phrases from his newfound exuberance, like “I am as light as a feather, I am as happy as an angel, I am as merry as a schoolboy,” signify his rejection of a life that is consumed by fears of death and loss.
  • Scrooge’s appreciation for being alive on Christmas Day embodies a celebration of life over death, shining a light on how the specter of death influenced his previous outlook and decisions. "I will honour christmas in my heart, and try to keep it all the year. I will live in the past, the present, and the future"
  • When Scrooge visits Bob Cratchit’s family, the mention of Tiny Tim is poignant, as Tiny Tim's frail condition represents the ever-present shadow of death over the Cratchit household, emphasizing how loss affects every character. Scrooge's vow to help Tim symbolizes a commitment to life and against the loss his death would bring.
    1. "The hush was gone, the din of life was afresh."
    • This signifies the stark contrast to Scrooge's past life, indicating how death leaves emptiness in its wake.
    1. "I am as light as a feather, I am as happy as an angel."
    • This reflects Scrooge's newfound understanding of life and love, contrasting with the weight of loss he carried before.
    1. "My heart is full."
    • Scrooge’s embrace of joy signifies acceptance of life’s fragility and beauty, recognizing the value of connection amidst the reality of loss and death.