The house on Mango Street is owned by the Cordero family. The house is small and red with crooked steps, tight windows, three bedrooms, a bathroom and a swollen door. Esperanza is not proud of the house she resides in and is embarrassed to call it her home. From being judged by a nun because of her house, she realizes that she needs a real house that is worthy of showcasing. As Esperanza matures, she comprehends that she can’t always be in control of negative situations. Esperanza is doubtful her predicament will get better and constantly shows the trait of sorrow. As Esperanza increases in age, she begins to make decisions on her own and change her predicament. Finally, as she leaves Mango street she contemplates on her one-year journey on
