Reread from the bottom of page 47–50. How does Abuelita let Mama know she approves of her decisions? How does Abuelita attempt to comfort Esperanza? What role does Abuelita play in the family?

Abuelita is the wise grandmother.... the woman who has a lifetime of experiences and lessons to teach her daughter and granddaughter. She comforts Esperanza with stories of her own childhood and tells her, "Do not be afraid to start over".