Throughout her piece White Rabbit, Holly Keith explores the significant rewards that come from a well prepared, demanding journey. Throughout the short essay, she describes, in a modest manner, the degree of her preparation for her trip. Her gear, her snacks, her thought processes for every decision she makes. She also, through simple but impactful language, discusses the meaning she takes from her experiences along the way. It is clear that every aspect of her journey enthralls her, not simply just reaching the summit.
The simple language she uses to describe the landscape around her is highly impactful. “I think of the Whites above tree line as another planet. Or I think of it as back in time. It’s old up here” (5). This passage ignites a distinct understanding of what she is looking at.
“‘You sure can move in those things” (7) The repetition of this quote spoken by a fellow hiker allows Keith to powerfully and simply relay her understanding of her own preparation for her trip, and the condescension in his lack thereof. She can move in her snow shoes because she is guiding them, and she knows what she is doing.
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