I was very moved by this book and would highly recommend it. The story touches on so many important issues but the one that always stood out to me is the issue of poverty in this country and how most of us are completely unaware of it - or we forget it exists. I can no longer open my full refridgerator or feed my baby the wholesome foods I give her without thinking of Jeannette Walls and her siblings and the struggle they had as children to stay nourished. As a result, I hope to do more community service and give where I can to those in need.