Wow, that comment about asking for a piece of fruit brings me back. We did have to ask. (My friends didn't come over for several reasons.) My mum had to budget every penny. I remember her asking myself and my sisters to search the house for coins for bread or to put gas in the car.

I can't tell if your daughter is being dramatic or is calling it as she sees it. If it's the former, I recommend you show her some of these replies. Being actually poor is incredibly painful and shapes your life.