Story Structure — 4 Plot Phases

Wally is leaving spring training for Fenway Park. The return ride is part of the circumstances surrounding the April tradition.

Spring Training Ends — Wally is at spring training as the return trip to Fenway Park approaches. Characters: Wally (voice) Location: Spring training

Wally misses the ride back to Fenway Park. This creates the central problem he must address.

Wally Misses the Ride — Wally misses the ride from spring training back to Fenway Park. Characters: Wally (voice) Location: Spring training

A freak spring snowstorm further complicates Wally's effort. He relies on help from those around him.

Snowstorm Complicates the Trip — A freak spring snowstorm makes continuing toward Fenway Park more difficult. Characters: Wally (voice) Location: On the way to Fenway Park
Wally Seeks Assistance — Wally relies on assistance from those around him to keep the tradition on track. Characters: Wally (voice) Location: Unspecified

Wally works with assistance to ensure the April tradition continues despite the obstacles. Fenway Park remains the destination of the return journey.

Wally Seeks Assistance — Wally relies on assistance from those around him to keep the tradition on track. Characters: Wally (voice) Location: Unspecified
April Tradition Continues — Despite the missed ride and snowstorm, Wally works to ensure the April tradition continues. Characters: Wally (voice) Location: Fenway Park

Story Breakdown

Spring Training Departure — Wally's return from spring training toward Fenway Park sets the story in motion.
- Return Ride — Wally is expected to travel from spring training back to Fenway Park.
- Missed Ride — Wally misses the ride, creating the central predicament.
Snowstorm Obstacle — Unusual spring weather compounds the difficulty of getting to Fenway Park.
- Freak Snowfall — A freak spring snowstorm affects Wally's journey.
- Difficult Journey — The storm makes the effort to continue more challenging.
Help From Others — Wally depends on assistance from people around him.
- Seeking Assistance — Wally relies on help after missing his ride.
- Shared Effort — The assistance supports his effort to keep the tradition going.
Fenway Tradition — The journey is tied to continuing an April tradition at Fenway Park.
- April Occasion — The story centers on ensuring the April tradition continues.
- Fenway Destination — Fenway Park is the destination of Wally's return journey.