Struggle

i didnt really enjoy this book.  i don't know why.  i felt it was difficult to read and too wordy.  how many stories of struggling with religion and family does one need to read or hear?  I did enjoy when stephen began writing as if he was keeping a diary beginning on page 224, even if it was only for a few pages.  I enjoyed Cranly's advice when Stephen broached the subject of going to church for easter because his mom wanted him to.  Cranly tells Stephen that there is no love like a mother's love for their child.  I agree with that but on the other hand how much do you change who you are to please other people?  Is it good that Stephen wants to stand his ground and not appease his mother?  I struggle with which option is better, because they both have consequences.