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What are some of Phoenix's character traits revealed in the story?

Strength--although she's elderly, she can walk from her home to the doctor's office in town.

Perseverance--despite poor eyesight, falling into a ditch, and encountering a mean dog and a strange man, she keeps going.

Love--she endures the long walk to town because she loves her grandson.

Will power--goes along with peseverance.

Others:

 Dedication, craftiniess, wisdom, and the ability to adapt to many challenging situations.

She is definitely a stubborn woman who will not allow others or life to didtate to her what she should be doing.  She is dedicated to her grandson.  She is optimistic that he will still be living when she returns with the medicine.  She has faith that everything will be OK despite the trials she faces on the trip and the fear/thoughts that maybe she won't get back on time to help her grandson.