During my middle school and high school graduations, my family was unable to attend my graduation due to the long distance between America and Korea, where they resided. Witnessing other students with their parents at these milestones left me feeling envious and alone. As I matured, I sought solace in my artwork, using it as a means to reconcile my feelings of isolation and longing for familial presence during significant events. Through my art, I find healing and forgiveness for the missed opportunities of my past, embracing the power of creativity to provide comfort and closure.