Journal #5: What motivates Janie? How has she changed?

Janie has changed because she is now starting to find a man that can make her happy. She thought that marriage would bring her happiness, but she did not find the right person in Joe. He did not allow Janie to speak or think for herself, which made her feel oppressed. The ironic thing is that Joe had to die in order for Janie to feel free. Her voice could be heard after Joe was gone, albeit a slow emergence. Her most prominent change could be seen when she met Tea Cake, who was able to take Janie out of her shell. He allowed her to be himself, and let her make her own decisions. "Ah always did want tuh git round uh whole heap, but Jody wouldn't 'low me tuh." Not only did she realize that the person she loved could bring out the best in her, but she realized that marriage is not always a fantasy. People can change after they're married. So Janie's motivation changed from getting married in general to finding someone who loves her for her.