Describe symbolism in Neighbor Rosicky by Willa Cather

Part II is filled with symbolism related to the theme of the cycles of nature. Rosicky notes that the winter snow means a rest for nature's activities and creatures and it cannot be far from his mind that his own rest is also coming. Man is part of the great plan of nature and the each man's cycle must also run its course, a fact which Rosicky bravely acknowledges.

In Part VI, the hardships and trials of life never hardened Rosicky, which Cather symbolizes by the description of his hands when viewed by Polly who interprets their lithe form as generosity and liveliness.