My parents are very traditional Japanese people. I'm not saying that's bad or anything, but I'd say it was NOT easy for me to persuade them to let me come to the States. It wasn't money that they were worried about (maybe a little..); it was me and my safety. Although it's true that they were being a little overprotective and conservative, they still had good reasons to say "no" to my plans. In spite of how they really felt, however, they did approve my plan to study in the States. What I really appreciate is the fact that they've been supporting me in every way, not just financially.
Moving away from my parents has made me realize how important they are in my life and how much they care about me. I wouldn't have realized it if I'd stayed with them in Japan, and I'm glad that I came to know it before it's too late. I'm still not sure what I can do for them in return...They probably don't expect anything special from me, but I still want to show my appreciation somehow.
Mom and Dad,
--Thank you for supporting a stupid, immature girl who failed to think of any realistic problems because she was just too excited about going to the States
--Thank you for listening to my complaints and still telling me to do what I can/want to do
--Thank you for telling me it's always OK to come home but not forcing me to do so
--Thank you for caring about my happiness more than anything
When I have a kid or two in the future, I want to be just like my parents.
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