Hong

“This was the surname of my biological parents.”

From Wikipedia, the free dictionary

As with all Korean family names, the holders of the Hong surname are divided into different patrilineal clans, or lineages, based on their ancestral seat. Most such clans trace their lineage back to a specific founder. This system was at its height under the yangban aristocracy of the Joseon Dynasty, but it remains in use today.

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Soo Min

“This was the first name my biological parents had given to me.”


Name: Soo Min

Gender:  Girl

Origin:  Korean

Meaning:  Excellence and cleverness

Pronunciation:  (soo min)

Form of:  itself

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Photo Memory: “Living Record” photographed by Nichole Hastings

"Living Record" photographed by Nichole Hastings

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“My friend, Dan said he loves this picture because the tree shows

a record of the past and times of harsh weather conditions.”

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doula

From Wikipedia, the free dictionary

A doula is an assistant who provides various forms of non-medical and non-midwifery support (physical and emotional) in the childbirth process. Based on a particular doula’s training and background, the doula may offer support during prenatal care, during childbirth and/or during the postpartum period.

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Journal Entry: “How good–to be alive!” by Emily Dickinson

Selected Poems

“This is what I love about my bestie, Erin Slayton, her joy and passion for life.”

How good–to be alive!
How infinite–to be
Alive–two-fold–The Birth I had
And this–besides, in–Thee!

~Emily Dickinson

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