I am nothing like mild-mannered Fanny Price. While she is quiet and would rather listen than speak, I am loud and cannot find the ability to keep words from exiting my mouth. When she is selfless and does the will of others out of the goodness of her heart, I find my own personal tendency to be what is most convenient for me. When she is criticized unjustly she remains silent and bears it, where I would fight and not allow others to think they can walk all over me. Fanny's lack of courage and gumption saddens me, but I also admire her quiet strength. She endures incredible hardships, without offending anyone or making any rash actions that would require apology later. She is very calculated in what she does; something we all could learn from instead of acting upon instinct.
She watches the man she loves fall for someone who doesn't deserve him, but treats it with sad maturity. She is completely loyal to her immediate family, although she is no longer with them, but learns to love her extended family as well despite their many flaws. Fanny Price has a heart of gold, even through all that life has thrown at her. Something I would wish for in a heartbeat.
