By: Ashlyn F
Florida, Grade: 5

I woke up this morning just like I do every morning, asking Ma for some grits, when Ma replies ''we don't have enough money for grits anymore.'' I stare with my mouth hanging wide open. I start babbling. Ma hushes me and explains everything. By the end, I am bawling. That is when I realize things are about to get a LOT worse.