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next to my table. I am streaming in perspiration. Tonight is so empty. The absence of mom is too obvious to me because I cannot sense her warm breath, her steady walk to my room everyday to check if I sleep well.

I am so sad with the thought that mom is going away from me forever. The thought of being an orphan frightened me. I want to tell her that 'Mom, I love you, I cherish you, and I adore you deeply with all my strength, my innocence and my heart. I'II do everything that I am capable of to make you happy. Forgive me the time when I made you angry and the moment I saddened you. Please don't leave me at this time because I am inexperienced and too young to lead my own life."'

There were difficult times that I have encountered, but within all those times, I have a mother on my side who would support me and guide me to right path in life. Despite what I've faced, the worst time is when I am lonely in the wildness without mom. I fear my weaknesses, and I fear my future lying ahead. I don't trust myself because I am weak. Without mom by me, I lack confidence and patience and perseverance to conquer life."

That night is the longest night I have ever had. The fear and anxiety for my mother's health keep haunting me throughout. Looking through the window, I see the magnificent, bright stars emerge from the sky that seem to be orbiting within the celestial body. The thought of heaven quickly comes to my mind, and I imagine its magnificent beauty. God must have a special place for my mother because of her devotion to raising his children. Trillions of thoughts pre-occupy my mind, even the one I hadn't even thought about them before. Those thoughts were wandering my soul, occupying my room and make me physically


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