The loss of parent(s) that is being discussed is not due to death, but it is the emotional loss of a parent not assuming the parental role of the child. ... Ida did not have a lot of guidance during the time her mother was sick. ... Ida's father, Lecon refused the offer because he was too proud and felt that people would talk if he allowed her to do this. ... Ida fought learning and she did not want to learn the "white- way of doing things because she was very proud of her Indian heritage and culture. ... She did not know what would happen next. ...

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• Grade Level: High School