Suddenly she swayed a little, and Sairy went to her and steadied her.
– John Steinbeck
The Grapes of Wrath, Chapter 13. The power of community is shown as Sairy Wilson is on hand to steady Ma Joad, who sways as she is pinning the quilt around Grampa for burial. The Wilsons are supporting the Joads through Grampa’s death. The families help each other as best they can.