Esperanza’s community has helped who she has become in many ways. She meets many people who have helped her become who she is. Early on in the book, Esperanza was playing in her front yard until a nun passes by and embarrasses her by saying, “You live there?”. She then realizes that people are judged based on the house they live in and has a sudden desire to move out to a wealthy neighborhood. When she moves to Mango Street, she learns and witnesses the daily struggles of women. Her poor conditions helped her love and appreciate the little things in life. These hardships don’t discourage Esperanza of her dreams, but instead, it motivates her even more to help the women of Mango Street and to pursue her dreams. Because of this I believe that
