About life, fantasy, and everything in between
The author reflects on her journey of becoming a naturalized U.S. citizen from China at 14. Influenced by her mother’s pride in citizenship, she expresses a deep sense of belonging and contentment in the U.S., despite current challenges. The narrative emphasizes loyalty and pride in one’s chosen home.
The author describes her typical Tuesday morning routine but highlights that today is different due to a dietitian appointment at 8 AM. She faces car troubles needing a check-up and have important work tasks related to accounts payable. Despite a clean bill of health, she is experiencing persistent stiffness and back pain.
Thursdays bring much-needed peace for the narrator, as her mom works in the office, allowing for quiet and personal space. She enjoys gardening and cooking without interruption. Recently, her mom faced a conflict at work, leading her to consider retirement and possibly taking Thursdays off, raising concerns about the narrator’s independence.
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