You're never fully dressed without a smile

My mom loves Annie. It's one of her most favorite movie of all time. Although she's only seen it in Japanese dubbed version. So, she has no clue how the whole thing would sound in English. Well, except for "TOMORROW" part. She is not a fashionista. She doesn't really dress up for herself. She'd rather have us take extra classes or get something for me and my sister. That's the kinda person she is. And I love her to death. And even, now when we tell her to wear something nice for herself, she'd say, of course in Japanese,

"you're never fully dressed without a smile!!!!".

And she'll do her cute little dance. Because that's how she dress herself. It's not a high-end name brand dress or bag. With her Big smile. That's the best way to dress yourself. She taught me that.

It's important to dress for yourself to make you feel good, or presentable. People will see that. But even when you're dressed in perfect outfit, without a smile, people will forget you. They might remember your outfit, but they will forget you as a person, underneath the expensive or colorful clothes. It doesn't mean that you don't have to dress up. It's fun!!!!!

But what's more important is
that you are smiling.
That you're enjoying the moment.
That you're living in this moment.
That you're who you are.

That's what my mom told me.  I love you mom with all my heart!!!

Love,