I'm not upset because I'll miss you," Mom said. "I'm upset

I'm not upset because I'll miss you," Mom said. "I'm upset because you get to go to New York and I'm stuck here. It's not fair.

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In "The Glass Castle" by Jeannette Walls, a poignant moment arises when the narrator's mother expresses her feelings about her child's departure. She admits that her sadness stems not from missing her daughter but from her own sense of envy. The mother feels trapped in her current life while her daughter embarks on an exciting adventure in New York. This highlights the complexities of familial relationships and the aspirations that exist...

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