Susan... You strike a sensitive chord, not simply because it deals with a racial issue, but because your words force me to reflect critically upon myself. Although I cannot reflect upon your stance without first reflecting upon mine, all I can say is that every person must create a sense of identity growing up. Whether or not that identity deals with your nationality and your racial background is your choice - but you should never feel guilty or socially-pressured to act in such a way who you are not - even if that means that you hang out with people who you want to hang out with. You are yourself, no doubt about that. Our heritage in a land that may be different from ourselves or may look upon us differently defines us. Don't shy away from it.

posted by Bryan Lee   [10:13 PM]

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