Jack Salmon Character Analysis

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Recently after interviewing Jack Salmon he has had a heart attack hospitalizing him. He has been resting for one day an he has been getting better as time goes on. We have asked Abigail Salmon, Jack Salmons wife, A serious question, her answer, “I know that he will make it through this incident, he is very determined.” All we know about Abigail is her last night before she left she said, “Lets just pretend it is the ocean and I am going away and we might never see each other again.” This is a truly sad happening that will affect Jack Salmon’s recovery time from the hospital. As for the rest of Jack Salmon’s family it is uncertain if Abigail will leave again or if she will realize her fault and then stay and support her family.. Lindsay, his

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