Monday, November 15, 2010
I Wash My Cloths
I met my 19th birthday in Canada which meant I became a legally adult. This really meant it somehow because the responsibility was there. I was living at my aunt's house when I first came here, and that is how it started. Unlikely Korean parents beilieve they must support their children economically untill they graduate univercities and get a job, my aunt who married to Canadian husband and lived here for many years was not very supportive I would say. She convinced and let my parents to know that even kids make their own money here in Canada, and I see that it was convincing enough for them becuase not even pennie was given from my parents without a reason since then. It was true in fact and had great affects on me. It really tought me a lot about responsibiliy I conffess, not just economically but mentally as well. I have had like more than 10 different part time and full time jobs I worked for, and I have gained experiences and money for living during the time. I still do. It has led me to veriety of people and to understand their different perspectives. It also encouraged me to keep and to pursue my goal with a feeling of being adult ,a feeling of independency, because, without it, I might be doing something what my parents wanted me to do, not what I want to do if they surpported me whole time through out. I make my own decisions and I am responsible for that. Coming to Canada tought me that earlier than otherwise, and I appreciate it most.
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I had pretty similar effects of coming to canada - self-decision, responsibility, etc.
ReplyDeleteOne more thing, what does it mean by "I Wash My Clothes"?
In China, it is also very common that parents provide fully financial support for their children’s high education. I agree to your aunt’s opinion. It’s good for us to cultivate our independence, and learn that money doesn’t come easy. Our society is like a big class, and we can learn a lot of things that cannot get from books.
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