Oh dear
A leaf instead of a tree? Very impressive! Living in NY certainly adds spice to your life and gives you a better understanding of yourself. It feels like you are ready to embrace this fast-changing world and whatever it is on the way. You're somewhat very different from the Patrick that I used to know. Good for you! I really admire your ambition and clear recognition of how competitive job market is now and will be in the future.
There's no denying that few youngsters here are aware of the cruel fact you mentioned earlier. But, somehow, I still believe they will "grow up" and do their jobs in their own ways to make the island a better place to live. I know some people have foreseen or expected the downfall of Taiwan, politically or economically. However, as a middle-aged native islander who works hard to play her part just like so many others, I still have strong faith in my country and my people as well. Probably years later, you'll be surprised to find that Taiwan has changed its destiny and showed to the world its capability in a way that no one has ever imagined. At least, I hope so. And I'll keep hoping.
Study hard and make yourself well-prepared. I know you're doing so. I'm proud of you! Hope you'll surpass and surprise your rivals from Mainland, Europe, and whatsoever in the future. Don't forget you're from Taiwan. Make us prouder!!
BTW, my name on facebook is Shuren Zeng. Add me if you want.:)
Patrick
2010-08-26 12:14:00
Oh really, what's your name on facebook, sophia??? I am trying to find ur name out, but I can't hahaha.
I have learned a lot in these years, which is not only about academic part, but also living experience. Compared to those who are now looking for a job or serving in the military, I am much luckier. I am here learning independence and respect. I remember I was trying to deny anything that I dislike. I was trying to be a tree, but eventually now I just feel like I am a leaf. I starts to accept things even though I don't like them, such as math or difficulties. I'd never thought I could get through calculous when I was high school student, but I passed it with a B grade in baruch. Having a special life in foreign country really inspires me and shocks me as well. It lets me know the world is not competing with those million people in a small island. I have to be very competitive when I meet those who are from China, europe, japan, korea, or even india. Honest with myself, I have a sense that Taiwan will be downturn if we still consider us better than China or those undeveloped countries. Here I see China citizen studying hard everyday and being really competitive, so I realize that I have to study hard too in order to succeed.
OMG~~ Patrick, you totally freaked me out!!
Yes, I'm still teaching in Da Chen.
Long time no see. How are you?
Glad to know our teaching here was helpful for you one way or another, at least you said it helped you to survive the first month. :) Good for you!!
A little late to graduate from college? No big deal.
People spend more time on this and less time on that.
Having a different life schedule is not a crime or sin.
It's never too late to live a fruitful life, not for a youngster like you.
No matter what you do, just make sure to live your life to the fullest and have fun!
Actually, I saw your FACE on Chairman Blue's facebook page some time ago.
I couldn't recall your name at first, but later I did. lol
I was so amazed by your stylish BIG hair, which made you look like an artist already.
It's great to see you're still the nice decent young man that I know.
Hope you enjoy your college life in NY and have a lot of fun there!!
Take care.
Patrick
2010-08-25 12:50:20
Hi Sophia
How are you? are u still teaching at Da Cheng High School? I am now a junior I in baruch college in new york. I will be graduate from it probably next December, but when compared to my classmates, it seems a little late for me to graduate from college. The reason is that I spent almost two years on ESL program, which was a terrible and challenging course for every new immigrant. I appreciate that I have been ur students in Da Cheng for few years, which I successfully build up and develop a basic english skill in order for me to meet problems when I was here at first month.
Oh dear
A leaf instead of a tree? Very impressive! Living in NY certainly adds spice to your life and gives you a better understanding of yourself. It feels like you are ready to embrace this fast-changing world and whatever it is on the way. You're somewhat very different from the Patrick that I used to know. Good for you! I really admire your ambition and clear recognition of how competitive job market is now and will be in the future.
There's no denying that few youngsters here are aware of the cruel fact you mentioned earlier. But, somehow, I still believe they will "grow up" and do their jobs in their own ways to make the island a better place to live. I know some people have foreseen or expected the downfall of Taiwan, politically or economically. However, as a middle-aged native islander who works hard to play her part just like so many others, I still have strong faith in my country and my people as well. Probably years later, you'll be surprised to find that Taiwan has changed its destiny and showed to the world its capability in a way that no one has ever imagined. At least, I hope so. And I'll keep hoping.
Study hard and make yourself well-prepared. I know you're doing so. I'm proud of you! Hope you'll surpass and surprise your rivals from Mainland, Europe, and whatsoever in the future. Don't forget you're from Taiwan. Make us prouder!!
BTW, my name on facebook is Shuren Zeng. Add me if you want.:)