Claire's Saxophone

Claire's saxophone symbolizes the healing power of music. When Claire is playing her saxophone she is able to forget about the complications and stresses of her personal life. Playing her saxophone also helps her father get better, lifts his spirits, and allows father and daughter to reconnect.

Dance

Claire's dance practice symbolizes the connection between physical and emotional strength. Through dance, Claire learns that in order to be strong her family, particularly her father, she must first be strong herself. She uses her work to improve in dance as a way to encourage her father to regain his strength after his stroke.

David's Stroke

David's stroke symbolizes an emotional threshold. After her father's stroke, Claire and David both become physically and emotionally weakened. The experience pushes them into a journey towards healing and regrowth together.

Middle School

Middle school symbolizes the end of one era...