My Dual Enrollment English class and I recently finished reading your memoir, “The Glass Castle.” The story of your childhood surprised me. Growing up, your childhood was far from easy. You had to mature faster than anyone I know. You had to grow up fast, and it broke my heart. You did not have time to be a kid and participate in all the fun things that the other children did. You, along with your siblings, were self-sufficient. The difficulty of your childhood really did blow my mind.
Growing up, my childhood was very different than yours. I have lived in the same house since I was born. I only had to move schools once, and that was because my elementary school did not have a high school with it. My parents have always provided for my needs and my wants. I have never gone hungry, and I have always been clothed. My family has always had electricity, running water, and heat. I have been very blessed throughout my life, and for that I am very thankful. …show more content…
You were constantly moving schools and houses. Your parents did not always provide your basic needs, especially not your wants. You have known the true pain of being starved. During the winter in Welch, you nearly froze to death. You never had a true best friend, and you were consistently bullied. I can honestly say that I do not know how you done it. Your entire childhood can be summed up in one word: suffering. However, through your suffering you became an intelligent woman. It amazed me to watch you grow, both physically and mentally, throughout your memoir. Your intelligence level shone through when you were faced with tough situations. Even though your childhood was rough, you led it mold you into the intelligent woman you are today. And that, Ms. Walls, is
Growing up, my childhood was very different than yours. I have lived in the same house since I was born. I only had to move schools once, and that was because my elementary school did not have a high school with it. My parents have always provided for my needs and my wants. I have never gone hungry, and I have always been clothed. My family has always had electricity, running water, and heat. I have been very blessed throughout my life, and for that I am very thankful. …show more content…
You were constantly moving schools and houses. Your parents did not always provide your basic needs, especially not your wants. You have known the true pain of being starved. During the winter in Welch, you nearly froze to death. You never had a true best friend, and you were consistently bullied. I can honestly say that I do not know how you done it. Your entire childhood can be summed up in one word: suffering. However, through your suffering you became an intelligent woman. It amazed me to watch you grow, both physically and mentally, throughout your memoir. Your intelligence level shone through when you were faced with tough situations. Even though your childhood was rough, you led it mold you into the intelligent woman you are today. And that, Ms. Walls, is