Letters to My Daughter, December 2017

Dear Kimchi,

We made it to the end of this year. I believe there are many valuable things we have encountered and learned this year. I think 2017 is better than 2016. 

If I could pick a word to represent 2017, it would be Resilience. 

I believe the Hunter test and the series of tests and interviews for Prep for Prep and BSGE helped you acquire new skills and perspective to help prep you for your next journey. All these tests and interviews were not an easy task. I couldn't imagine myself having had to do this when I was your age. When I accompanied you to these tests, I watched your tiny figure disappeared into doors, and then I let a long sigh. I admire you for being brave and for wanting to try out. Not because you wanted to show off, but because you believed in getting a good education. Many times I was wondering whose wise kid I have raised! 

Sometimes I feel that you were just being thrown into a pool and asked to learn to swim at that moment. And I firmly believe you managed that challenge very well. 

You are a resilient warrior! 

Love,

Bimbimbap