Fiction Reading Response on, The Glass Castle", by Jeannette Walls

Everybody has had the epiphany that your parents may have flaws and make mistakes, and not keep their promises. Parents are humans, and they are bound to mess up just like everybody else. As a child, you see your parents as idols and perfect people, but they are not.

The book, "The Glass Castle",  by Jeannette Walls is a remarkable memoir that takes a look into a dysfunctional, uniquely vibrant  family. Jeannette's mom was a  free spirited person who did not want the responsibility of raising a family or taking care of a drunk of a husband. Despite his dishonesty and his foul behavior, he seemed imaginative and fearless to his children until they grew up and saw what a monster he was.  Their mother on the other hand was soon seen as immature and irresponsible. Jeannette and her siblings learned how to take care of themselves and protect each other from the many harms of the world and their situation. Coming to the point where you start to see your parents flaws is very hard to comprehend. 

You may sometimes feel hate, disgust and disappointment towards your parents. Jeannette and her siblings faced many of these emotions because of their parents actions. Jeannette and her sister saved up a lot of money so they could escape and go to New York. Their father stole it, and lied about it. Her sister was furious and refused to talk to him. Her and her sister experienced anger. The countless times Jeannette's dad gets drunk and her mom stayed in bed all day she felt disgusted that her they  are this way. Also when they decided to live homeless in NY Jeannette felt  grossed out by them and ashamed. Lastly when Jeannette's father broke a promise or her mom quit a job, she felt disappointed. She feels like her parents should be more responsible and mature. They should think about their kids well being and their future.

Parents can become very disappointing, and you may not always agree with them and their choices.  Your teen years are the peak years for truly getting to know who your parents are. It may seem tough to cope with them, but they are your parents,and you can't make them change. It is important to understand that just like you, your parents will make mistakes. Also if it seems as thought they don't care for you, don't worry because there is someone out there who will.