The group presentations were interesting. Each book had its own particular way of conveying some part of the homeless experience. I really enjoyed reading ” helping kids move from homelessness to hope Almost Home”, by Kevin Ryan and Tina Kelley. It was very interesting to see the lives of six different homeless youth. The other presentation that got my attention was homeless mothers. We have so many different concepts and stereotypes of ‘good’ mothers that we tend not to appreciate those who are in worse conditions and yet manage to sacrifice what seems to be seen negatively by the rest of society. Like giving away your child because you are afraid to harm them. It takes a lot for a person to understand that their children are or may be in harm even if it means by the mother themselves. Although it is sad, it seriously is one of the best solutions. I also liked the topic from the side of the social workers stance. It is hard not to get attached with people whom you see day to day or know there story. I have always wanted to help those who are less privileged even with the little that I have. Time and time again these social workers have to confront being the person who denies the help to others because you cannot please everyone. It is hard for them as well. I feel that they go through a mental break down as well because its hard to deny help. I want to read that book, I will get a better insight and with the help of what the group presented I feel that I will be able to really understand the book.