I just wish my Valentine's went better. You see, my brother, Laertes, and my father, Polonius, both told me that I should basically should have nothing to do with Hamlet. They say he is not right for me, and that I shouldn't see him. But I don't get it, why not??? Hamlet has done me no wrong, and I believe that he loves me, as I love him. "My lord, he hath importuned me with love / In honourable fashion." (1.3.109-110) Unfortunately that is not what either of them believe. :/
Laertes was nicer about it but, he still doesn't like the idea of Hamlet and I seeing each other. He said, "Or lose your heart, or your chaste treasure open / To his unmaster'd importunity. / Fear it, Ophelia, fear it, my dear sister, / And keep you in the rear of your affection, / Out of the shot and danger of desire." (1.3.31-35) He actually said that verbatim. First of all I am not a whore, and second this is not lust this is love!!! Why doesn't he get that Hamlet and I both love each other, that it is mutual. And I know it's our affections or desires talking. What does Laertes know about love anyways, this is my life. Like really... I know I should be careful, but don't insult the man I love. Ugh, maybe I'm being a little too harsh to my brother, I mean I know he's just trying to look out for me. *sigh* Okay, "I shall the effect of this good lesson keep, / As watchman to my heart." (1.3.45-46)
But no, that is not all! My father pulled me aside, after talking to my brother to talk to me. He started yelling at me saying mean things, and saying Hamlet was just using me and all this stuff. I was about to cry, and the worst thing was I couldn't say anything back to him, because if I did he would yell even louder and get even meaner. He said many things but this was the worst, "Than may be given you: in few, Ophelia, / Do not believe his vows; for they are brokers, / Not of that dye which their investments show, / But mere implorators of unholy suits, / Breathing like sanctified and pious bawds, / The better to beguile. This is for all: / I would not, in plain terms, from this time forth, / Have you so slander any moment leisure, / As to give words or talk with the Lord Hamlet. / Look to't, I charge you: come your ways." (1.3.125-135) I didn't want to believe him, or even think about what he said. I can't even comprehend why anyone would do that (pretend to love them, but just do that for sex or other reasons). It hurt me, I just wanted to run to Hamlet for him to make it all better. But my father would probably kill me if I ever see him again. I have not choice so I promised my father I wouldn't. Why do I have to be such a good daughter? Why did I have to say, "I will obey, my lord" (1.3.136)
Guys what should I do? Should I keep my word to my father or should I go behind his back and see the love of my life? To love or not to love that is the question... I guess :/
Hope you guys had wonderful days and PLEASE HELP ME!!!! Thanks :)
♥ Ophelia
You. Are. Cracking Me Up! This is extremely well-written, down to the "sighs", and colloquial word choice and syntax. Great text support, and hilarious reference to Valentine's Day. Also, a perfect design to complement Ophelia's state of mind at this point. It will be interesting to see the types of paintings and videos you post. :-)
ReplyDeleteOmg girl. I totes know how you feel. I seriously can’t believe that Polonius said were not allowed to see Hamlet. Like he’s not good for us?? Not true. You and I both know that he loves us. “Do not believe his vows; for they are brokers” (1.31.126) is what father said. Where does he get off telling me that he’s lying? I’m like 100% sure that he wouldn’t lie to us. I feel in my gut that he is a true and honest man. Before he or I die I do believe he will profess his love and then everyone will have to take back their words and apologize for telling us wrong. But as long as you said "I will obey my lord" (1.3.136) you're kinda stuck in a rut. :/
ReplyDeletelove, your conscience