This year, I renewed my effort to fill the gap in my — and now also my daughter’s — personal history and identity. At first, I sought specific information about the circumstances surrounding my adoption. But as those paths have dried up, I am beginning to realize that what I am really seeking is a sense of belonging, some primal connection. I have long wanted to visit Taiwan, but I have also long been wary of the emotional and economic costs. Perhaps this course will give me the confidence to pursue the answers my soul seeks. Or perhaps, by reinforcing the contrast between the culture of my homeland and the culture of my life, it will solidify my American identity.
I am grateful for the opportunity to find out.
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