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Up From the Ashes Phoenix Jackson, although, old and frail, draws upon her immense love for her ailing grandson which enables her to enthusiastically produce forbearance, ingenuity, and resiliency as she continues her struggle of life. Eudora Welty in her short story, "A Worn Path," gives the name "Phoenix," to the protagonist, in which the name itself, describes the tale to be told. A Phoenix is a mythological Egyptian firebird, who rises out of the …

…a deteriorating memory, Phoenix tries to recall why she is at this point during her life, concluding that if it wasn't for love she may not even be alive at all. "My grandson. It was my memory had left me. There I sat and forgot why I made my long trip." (295). Dwelling on the trials and tests endured throughout life can make us forget our ultimate purpose in life. Phoenix understands the importance of life.