Character Analysis
“If the mind's not strong, the body acts weak, even if it's not. If the mind says it's too cold or too rainy or too windy to run, the body will be more than happy to agree. If the mind says it would be better to rest or recover or cut practice, the body will be glad to oblige.”
― Wendelin Van Draanen, The Running Dream
Jessica
Jessica is a determined runner who does what she needs to do when it is needed. When she first lost her foot she was pessimistic but who wouldn't be? She contains lots of self-will which helped her reach her goal to be able to run again. She was negative at first but as time went on she became more persistent towards what she set her mind up too. Shes a joyful girl who's attitude is uplifting but she was cranky throughout because of the fact that she was not able to do what she was passionate about. Once able to run again, she was nothing but an inspiration to everyone whether they were disabled or not. |
Fiona
Fiona is Jessica's best friend. She's super loud and ALWAYS happy. She has the most optimistic attitude. Everything she looks at is always positive. Fiona was the main girl to encourage Jessica to stand up on BOTH her feet again. This young lady cared and loved SO much for Jessica. She was the best friend anyone would want. Trustworthy, caring, kind, generous, and passionate about the same thing as you? That's an awesome girl right there. Fiona was also a runner which helped because she could advise Jessica on how to achieve her goal for being able to run again. Fiona was the other leg for Jessica before her prosthetic leg came in. |
Gavin
Gavin is the boy of Jessica's dreams. She's had a crush on this dashing boy for the longest time. Gavin is physically appealing but his personality is even better. He's a sweet, caring, amazing lad. At first, he was taken by Merryl, but he dated her out of sympathy. Not the best quality. But when he realized that what he was doing was wrong, he fell for Jessica. For her determination. For the inspiration she gave. And from there on out, he was not only gorgeous but the most encouraging man ever. |
Rosa
Rosa is just another ordinary girl.. except with a disability of her own. She was born with Cerebral Palsy, a disease in which she lost both her feet and was wheel-chaired. In spite of the fact that she was crippled, she never let her spirit down. She boosted Jessica to get on her feet again. Rosa was a sweet, caring, adorable sweetheart. She cared for Jessica. When Jessica was seated in the back of the room because of her wheelchair, Rosa welcomed her like no other. She not only helped, but gave Jessica the confidence that SHE CAN DO IT. Rosa was the inspiration for Jessica. |