The contrast is quite apparent throughout the story Lives of Girls and Women She had been brought back to Garnets homestead where he lived with many of his family members He came from a family that was not as fortunate and she was able to notice many differences then that of her own lifestyle The household that Garnet grew up in was run down and in dire need of repairs She had also been warmed up to by his family members making her feel comfortable Both of which are circumstances and situations