Embracing flaws and imperfections from "summary" of The Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls
In the Walls family, flaws and imperfections were not something to be hidden or ashamed of, but rather embraced as part of their unique identity. Rex Walls, the father, was a flawed man with a drinking problem and a tendency to make grand promises he could not keep. Despite his shortcomings, Rex was also a charismatic and loving father who taught his children important lessons about resilience and self-reliance. Similarly, Rose Mary Walls, the mother, was far from the perfect picture of motherhood. She was often more focused on her art and her own desires than on caring for her children. Yet, her unconventional approach to parenting also fostere...
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