The Marble Champ

As I began reading the story The Marble Champ by Gary Soto, I realized that the main character, Lupe Medrano, often compares herself to others. As a result, she feels badly about her athletic abilities. She seems to think that shes only good at something in which she fag end win. Right at the start of the story, Lupes accomplishments are impressive. hardly all Lupe seems to notice is that she cannot run as fast as the other girls in school.Another example of Lupe comparing herself to others is when she describes her trouble with team sports. The text clear says that Lupe was no good at sports. Lupe seems embarrassed that she isnt the star player of the team. Lupe also feels badly that she only recently learned to ride a bike, could only walkway in a swimming pool, and rollerblade if her dad held her hand. This shows that Lupe is frustrated that she isnt the best at everything.As Lupe began to think about these things, she had the idea of learning to play marbles. She made the d ecision to teach herself to play and began feeling hopeful about being good at something which she can compete against others. This reminds me of myself when I am feeling out of radiation pattern in something. I compare myself to other people and feel insecure. But when I focus on my positive qualities, I find that I can do a good job. I hope Lupe keeps up her good attitude and feels proud of herself soon.