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Although Jeanette's parents seem selfish and careless for the safety of their children, Mrs. Walls does have concern for her daughter. Jeanette's mother expresses to her that "...[she] is [her] mother, and [she] should have a say in how [Jeanette is] raised" (Walls, 12).

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Jeanette was set on fire at a young age in an accident that she should have never been involved in.  Her parents allowed her to cook "... hotdogs by [herself] at the age of three" (Walls, 10). This scarred her as she grew up, but continued to play with fire.

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The Walls parents finally peak and erupt in an argument that reveals many of their personal struggles.  Mrs. Walls outbursts and exclaims to Mr. Walls that he should never "...make fun of [her] or [her] children" (Walls, 42). Jeannette's mother expresses deep love and concern for her children and will defend them against her own husband.

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After an intense argument, the Walls parents live as an example to their kids by offering forgiveness to one another. Their relationship was repaired as they "... made up the next day... [while Rex Walls] announced that mom had done a helluva fine shearing job" (Walls, 43). Each of the Walls children notice this compassionate manner, and are grateful for their relationship and their ability to forgive.

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As a police car approached the walls family, Rex Walls "...took off [knowing] that if the cops stopped [them], they'd find out they had no registration or insurance and that the license plate had been taken off another car" (Walls, 48). In Rex Wall's decision to flee from the police,  he conveys negative morals to his children as they are convinced that it is acceptable to avoid their problems. This relates to their concerning parenting and badly effects the Walls children.

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Scarcity is not uncommon in the Walls family, and the parents are disappointed in their ability to provide. However, Jeanette along with her siblings liked their "...boxes [since] they made going to bed seem like an adventure" (Walls, 52).  This represents supportive parenting as the children learn to appreciate every new experience.

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Negativity is a common tendency during unpromising times, but Jeanette's parents conduct themselves in a hopeful way. After an accident that further burdened the Walls family, Mrs. Walls believed that "most pianists never get the chance to play in the great-of-outdoors... and now the whole neighborhood can enjoy the music, too"(Walls, 53). Jeanette's parents are supportive in regards to their children's outlook, although they themselves may not feel that way.

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Rex Walls was previously irresponsible and selfish, but he changed his lifestyle to spend time with his children. Before, he gambled ambitiously, but he later told his children to "never play the slots... [because] they're for suckers who rely on luck" (Walls, 55). This expression is juxtaposed to his past beliefs, but he offers the correct principles to Jeanette.

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The Walls family may seem barbaric in their way of life, but they ensure that Jeanette and her siblings are polite and proper. Jeanette's parents made them say "...sir and ma'am and yes, please and thank you" (Walls, 55).  Jeanette grew up understanding respect, only because of her parental guidance.

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Jeanette learns to speak her mind and be educated at a young age from her parents, who encouraged this. The Walls family "read, with the dictionary in the middle of the room... and if [they] didn't agree with what the dictionary writers said, [they] sat down and wrote a letter to the publishers" (Walls, 56). Rex Walls offered time for his kids to learn and make themselves heard, as an example of supportive parenting.

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Rex Walls disciplined and motivated his children to become better students, despite his circumstances. As Jeanette entered elementary school, her father "... said [she] needed to be challenged" (Walls, 58). The success that Jeanette's father led her to was only possible by establishing an enriched education, as he held her to high standards.

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As Jeanette begins to grow into an adult, her parents do exceedingly well at assimilating them into maturity. In reference to the edge of a pool, Rex Walls teaches Jeanette that she "...can't cling to the side [her] whole life" (Walls, 66).

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In an impoverished world, Rex Walls is ashamed of his income and inability to support his family. Jeanette knew that "...he didn't really want to be around [them] unless he could provide for them" (Walls, 68). Jeannette saw the shame and allowed it to enter her life as she lived in New York and became disgusted by her mother.

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As Rex Walls loses his job, he acts desperately and selfishly in spite of his malnourished children. Although Jeanette's mother kept a job, Rex Walls "... saw himself as the head of the household, and he maintained that the money should be turned over to him" (Walls, 76).

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The issues that the Walls family constantly encounter such as poverty and hunger are ignored by Rex Walls. When his children arrive at school without a lunch,  "...he acted outraged, as though he'd learned for the first time that his children were going hungry" (Walls, 77).

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Jeanette is taught to respect and cherish her parents, although they may let her down. This is evident as she expresses to other children who have similar parents that "you're not supposed to laugh at your own father... ever" (Walls, 83).

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In the instance that Jeanette is acting harshly, her mother notifies her that she "should show more compassion" (Walls, 83). Jeanette's mother upholds her to certain ethics that are supportive and true.

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Rex Walls continually makes unfulfilled promises that disappoint his children and wife, despite their love for him. Jeannette's father "... never got around to that, either, and as Brian and I watched, the hole for the Glass Castle's foundation slowly filled with garbage" (Walls, 155).

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Although Mrs. Walls' standards of living are unique, her outlook on life is positive and motivating for her children. She believes that "life's too short to worry about what other people think" (Walls, 156).

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The Walls family has a surplus of hardships, and Jeannette's mother constantly lives optimistically in spite of the anguish that she finds from poverty. After Jeannette's sister, Lori, catches on fire, her mother expresses that "what doesn't kill you will make you stronger" (Walls, 179).

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The fact that other's opinions do not matter is repeatedly stressed by Mrs. Walls, but she contradicts this belief when she is in the public eye. When anyone would glance at Mrs. Walls, she makes it known that her "...husband  doesn't beat [her]... he just won't fix the stairs" (Walls, 185).

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In periods of extreme poverty, Mrs. Walls makes an effort to support her children by showing them that mentality can overcome poverty. Jeannette's mother expresses that during "...times like these, self-esteem is even more vital than food" (Walls, 186).

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Even Jeannette, the child that admired Rex Walls the most knew that he "...seemed hell-bent on destroying himself, and [she] was afraid he was going to pull [his family] down with him" (Walls, 188).  Rex Walls fails to represent an adequate role model that acts selflessly and lovingly for his children.

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Seeing that Mrs. Walls could not support herself or her children, "it was hard for [Jeannette] to believe that this woman with her head under the blankets, feeling sorry for herself and boohooing like a five-year-old , was [her] mother... [so] she swore to [herself] that [her life] would never be like Mom's" (Walls, 208). On the account that Jeannette must care for her mother who refuses to face her problems as a school teacher brings concern to Mrs. Walls motherly figure. Jeannette grows to never want to be the woman that her mother was for her mistakes.

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Despite her self-conscious nature, Jeannette is overcome with reassurance when she remembers her father's statement. Rex Walls always reminded her that she "...had an inner beauty...always saying that he could damn well see it and that was what mattered" (Walls, 245). Even as a young woman, this encouragement helps her to thrive in New York and live confidently.

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As Maureen moves to New York to live with Lori, Rex Walls accused "...Lori of stealing his children and declared he was disowning her" (Walls, 251). Rex Walls acts selfishly and shows no gratitude as Lori offers his daughter a better life. This discourages Lori when she needed the most support from her parents in raising a family member.

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When Brian offers his father hospitality, he is forced to sleep in their van as Mr. Walls believes that "...it'll be a chilly day in hell before [he bows] down to his own son" (Walls, 254). Rex Walls continues to deny his necessities and curses at the individual that offers him a home. Brian is punished for acting generously, and is never again incentivized for supporting his parents.

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Even on Jeannette's graduation day, her parents did not attend to support her as her "...Mom said it would just be a lot of boring speeches about the long and winding road of life... [and her Dad would] show up drunk and try to debate the commencement speaker" (Walls, 267). Jeannette is never recognized by her parents for her accomplishments, and yet continues to pursue her passion of journalism. Her parents turn a blind eye to her in jealousy and guilt as they fail to assist her.

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Rex Walls finally expresses his pride for Jeannette as he lays on his deathbed, telling her that he is "...so... proud of [her], Mountain Goat, the way [she] turned out... whenever [he thinks] of [her, he] figures [he] must've done something right" (Walls, 279). This offers her motivation and comfort as she learns to live without her father. She also is comforted by her mother's consolation, which inspired her to find where she belonged.

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The Walls children do find supportive morals from their parents that encourage them to find success in New York. During a Thanksgiving celebration, Mrs. Walls "...nodded at all [their] preparations; she'd always appreciated self-sufficiency" (Walls, 287). Jeannette's success in New York was only possible with the resilience and work ethic she developed as a child from her parent's teachings.