In this passage, Eleanor's perception of her supernatural experiences has shifted from being skeptical and dismissive to being open and accepting. She is now able to hear and understand the sounds of the house, including a door shutting, a bird touching the tower, the stove settling and cooling, an animal moving through the bushes, and the drifting in the attics. She also hears a melody that she recognizes and associates with a game they used to play. This shift is noteworthy because it shows Eleanor's growing connection to Hill House and her acceptance of the supernatural experiences she is having. It also highlights the reputation of Hill House as a place of supernatural occurrences, which Eleanor is now able to perceive.