In the poem Oranges by Gary Soto, it says

"I peeled my orange that was so bright against the gray of December that from some distance someone might've thought I was making a fire in my hands."

What could this mean, like think of a deeper meaning to it?

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8 December, 19:40

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Nikolas Gallagher · Answer 1

This could be a reflection of how he is feeling. Warmth because he managed to buy that candy for his girlfriend.

It could also signify hope.

In the poem Oranges by Gary Soto, it says"I peeled my orange that was so bright against the gray of December that from some distance someone might've thought I was making a fire in my hands."What could this mean, like think of a deeper meaning to it?