It’s cracked, scratched, uneven, or unfinished. Even if it was made by the exit door, next to the public restroom, in a noisy apartment building.
– A janitor and security guard who turned a blind eye
– Neighbors and my sisters who quietly understood
– Welders and metal workers who gave advice without asking why
– Mentor Thomas, who gently guided me through every twist & turn
– Thao Nguyen, who supported endlessly & helped bridge every gap
– My family, always there with quiet patience and care