By: Kira Jane C
Illinois, Grade: 6

Dear Diary,

It is the third day in a row we have had nothing to eat. Papa still hasn't found a job, and to top it off, Baby Rose is even sicker. It is just too much for me to handle. I have decided to run away so my parents won't have to pay for me.my hobo friend,Jack, is going to help me. I am going to be a hobo, like him. I am sad to be leaving my family, but I might finally be able to go to San Fransisco....Well, it is time for me to say one last sad goodnight to Papa, Mama, Ian, and Baby Rose,Because by the time they wake up tomorrow, I will be long gone.