Why do Asians really get straight A's? - Project Gutenberg Consortia ...

the excuse that hugging and kissing would make their kids soft, like “ those Americans”— aka
“ White Americans. ” Asians typically view “ those Americans ” as lazy, spoiled, and stupid—
funny how they only say this behind their backs. It's also funny how they say "those
Americans," yet, they themselves are Americans, even though they don't consider themselves
to be. This goes to show that they didn't come to America for freedom, liberty, or patriotism but
instead, just for the opportunity to make lots of money.
Anyway, my parents don't want Jordan and me to grow up weak, with all that hugging
and kissing. But I don't think that it's weak for parents to show a little emotion and affection. In
fact, I think it would actually help make things better. I think Asian families would be a lot more
caring and nurturing and not so uncommunicative and distant. So instead of focusing so much
on money, they should perhaps focus on compassion and love. After all, Asians can love
money as much as they want, but money never loves back. Anyway, I don't think a hug is too
much to ask; I really don't. I could honestly care less about a big house, a nice car or all the
money in the world. All I really want from my parents is a hug.