As I was working on creating the Line stickers, I started finding the resources between Grace and me. I found a picture of us taken 11 years ago. I suddenly thought of the letters Grace wrote me with her works and her self-portraits. I read through the letters and was so touched by the treasures I received. I also put the Cross of Jesus Christ made by Grace’s mom on my desk. I regained so much energy by doing all these just like a recharged battery.

Here are some highlights of the words Grace wrote to me.

• “I kept your card on my desk. It gave me a lot of strength to carry on. The core value of education is something I have been thinking recently. You know your support and encouragement to me, keep me going too.”

• “It has been so nice to have you in my life as student & friend too.”

• “I just had one operation and still haven’t got the courage to see the doctor again. Life goes on God’s control. Please don’t laugh at me.”—My reply: I totally understand, but please go see the doctor. Prioritizing your health and self-care! I do CARE about you and your health. It’s been 15 years since we met, and I would like to see how we can go together still. Please do keep healthy!!!

• ” Yes, from N. Y. to Taipei, things were changed a lot. But you are still you, that little girl who would never give up. I really miss you and our good old days. It’s me who should say “thank you” to you. You really really made me feel honored and happy to be a teacher. Your attitude and work are still impressive. Good quality of work & good quality of memory would last longer, that’s what I experienced.”