Mrs. Lucy Baker
Pony's mother, characterized by her overprotectiveness and anxieties, stemming from the loss of a previous child.
Core Belief
"A mother's primary duty is to protect her children from harm, even if it means restricting their freedom."
Worldview
Mrs. Baker sees the world as a dangerous place, filled with potential threats to her children's well-being. This fear drives her overprotective tendencies and her distrust of outside influences, particularly Jim Leonard.
Personality
Mrs. Baker is loving and well-intentioned, but her anxieties often stifle Pony's desire for independence. She is sentimental and prone to emotional outbursts, reflecting her deep fears for her children's safety. She clearly favors Pony, perhaps to the detriment of her daughters.
In Their Own Words
"You mustn't go in swimming, Pony, dear; you'll get the ague."
"Do be careful of the child, Henry!"
"Pony, Pony! Where are you, child? Where are you?"
Discussions with Mrs. Lucy Baker
Other Characters from The Flight of Pony Baker: A Boy's Town Story
Frank 'Pony' Baker
The story's protagonist, a young boy with a penchant for adventure and a conflicted relationship with his overprotective mother and sometimes-strict father.
Jim Leonard
Pony's charismatic but unreliable friend, who often leads him into trouble with his outlandish schemes and exaggerated stories.
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