Lena Younger Traits

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Many dreams do not occur without the presence and support from family members. Lena Younger, also known as Mama, constantly dedicates herself towards her family to make sure they can achieve their goals, even if it does not benefit her in the end. Her qualities consist mainly of being caring, protective, optimistic and proud, which contributes greatly to the theme of closeness of family. Although Mama is usually kind and patient with her family, there are times when she especially struggles to connect with her children. Her traits of being caring and protective can sometimes seem overbearing, as if she is just nagging, but it is just because she loves her family. She is especially overprotective of her grandson Travis, which she makes clear

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