Next to Normal
"They're the perfect, loving family, so adoring..."
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Diana Goodman
Born in June of 1970, Diana is wife to Dan and mom to two relatively normal kids. Raised in a Mexican house-hold, Diana is the product of a "high-spirited" mother and strict, by-the-book father. Becoming pregnant with Dan's before she could fulfill her dream of becoming an architect, her life has taken new directions she never expected before.
Dan Goodman
Dan is a 34-year old father/husband/dog lover/advocate for artist rights. He was born on January 15th and raised in Detroit, Michigan. He met his radiant wife when they were both studying to be architects, and soon after graduation moved in together to start their family. Dan enjoys a cup of pour over espresso every morning and loves cross country roadtrips with his two favorite girls.
Gabe Goodman
Gabe is the son of Dan and Diana and the older brother of Natalie. He is 18 years old and a senior in High School. Among many extracurricular activities Gabe is a part of the jazz band as well as key club. In addition, he is a star athlete on the football team. He enjoys staying out late with friends. An almost perfect son with large goals in life!
Natalie Goodman
Natalie Goodman is a 16-year old “do-it-yourself-er” who lives with her family in the suburbs. As an Aries, she sets high goals for herself and those around her. Natalie enjoys history, playing piano, and spending time with Henry after school. She hopes to attend Yale and graduate early, but she has to get through high school first.
Henry Robinson
Henry is a 17-year old high school student. He was born on February 24th. Henry lives with his mother, who is in complete denial of his stoner habits. Henry is a lover of jazz, especially the experimental genre of free jazz. His favorite artist is Ornette Coleman. Henry is quick to fall in love with fellow musician, Natalie.
Dr. Michael Madden
Michael Madden is a 36-year old doctor, originally from Boston, Massachusetts. After graduating from Harvard University in Experimental Psychology, he moved to San Diego to complete his years of Med School at University of California: San Diego, later on completing his residency there as well. In his free time, he enjoys cooking, walking his dog, Sparky, and making coffee art. He loves working with his patients and finding new ways to understand them at a deeper level.
