As Jo nears the end of her pregnancy, she has several quiet moments of introspection. These are often performed as "interior monologues" even when another character is present.
"I don't mind being alone. I don't mind being on my own. I’ve got myself. I don't need anybody. When you're on your own, you don't have to share things. You can leave things about. You don't have to ask permission. You don't have to apologize for being alive." a taste of honey monologue
"A Taste of Honey" is a semi-autobiographical play that draws heavily from Delaney's own experiences growing up in Salford, a working-class town in Northern England. The play tells the story of Jo, a 16-year-old girl struggling to navigate her way through adolescence. Jo's mother, Helen, is involved with a wealthy and older man, Peter, who becomes a catalyst for Jo's journey towards self-discovery. As Jo nears the end of her pregnancy,