What is a summary of " Everyday Use?"

In the short story "Everyday Use," by Alice Walker, the
characters are Mama, Dee and Maggie. Mama and Maggie have just swept the yard, awaiting
a visit from Dee. Dee has been away at college. She has changed since leaving home. Dee
has changed her name to an African name. She is absorbed with her African heritage. She
has forsaken her Southern culture. She has left her Southern heritage
behind.

Although Dee is determined to live out her African
culture, she desires the butter churning top for her home's decor. She also desires to
have the quilts which are heirlooms. Mama has promised the quilts to Maggie because she
will use them and appreciate them. Dee is offended, claiming that Maggie will use them
for everyday use, thus the title of the short
story.

Realizing that Dee has stopped by to get particular
items, Mama insists that Maggie will get the quilts. Dee begins pouting. Mama knows that
Maggie will need the quilts. Also, Dee has no idea who made the quilts. She does not
appreciate the family history that is behind the making of the quilts. Mama has made up
her mind. Maggie will get the quilts. Maggie smiles. This is the first time she has ever
won anything over Dee.