Part 1 of Essay
What is the significance of Suyuan's secret about her abandoned babies, in the relationship with her daughter, June? What significance was attached to the swan feather and how is it important/relevant? Suyuan lost hope in Kweilin, she lost hope for herself when she abandoned the babies on the side of the road. When she w ....

Part 2 of Essay
.... essence of the others. Suyuan thinks her daughter can do anything she wishes in America, she can be a prodigy, she can play the piano, and become famous. As Suyuan creates a better life in America, she perseveres with her determination, optimism, and strong will. These are exactly the kind of things she tries to pass on to her daughter when she forces her to play the piano. She says "Only ask you be your best. For you sake." In trying to do her best for June, she is trying to do for June, what she could never ....