We've been living in Gramma's basement for two months, and I don't know how much longer we can keep going like this. Mom says that one day we'll look back on this time and smile, but she's not the one who has to share a futon with Rodrick every night.”
-- Greg (N/A)

Importance: This is one example of how Greg's perspective is important, and how it differs from his Mom's.

Dad said our mistake was that we were going to places everyone knew about, and if we got off the main road, we might find something SPECIAL. So, we took a detour and kept our eyes peeled for anything that looked like it was worth stopping for.”
-- Greg (N/A)

Importance: The family has set out on this trip with expectations of what they will find and experience, and each of them has different ideas about the perfect destination. Each time, Greg wants to find excitement while...