Chapter 83

“Nonsense,” she replied. “And what do you mean, ‘too Asian’? What’s wrong with being Korean?” She tucked a strand of hair behind her ear. I noticed, then, that she had a new hairstyle, very chic. Sara was beautiful, but she seemed to have a glow about her, too. I wondered…But I was getting distracted.

“Nothing’s wrong with that. I just meant that some people—”

“It’s all in your attitude,” she continued, talking over me. “Your father’s parents were first generation Korean and spoke no English when they came to this country. My great-grandparents prospered, despite the language barrier. You should be proud of your roots. Determination is the key. ‘Try, try again,’ I always say.” It had been the mantra of my childhood.