By passing your GCSEs you prove that you’re not an idiot… But by passing your A levels you prove that you’re smart

I tell him about ... Jack and Annabel, smart and ready and I'm wondering where all that smart comes from and I figure some from parents, some from school, and some from a place inside you.

Your love can be stolen away from you but knowledge is eternal

I would much rather be considered wise than smart. But, I still think it is wise to get an education.

I do not have a good appearance. But my brain do.

Always praise your kid even if he/she is unresponsive to learning. By insulting them or constantly criticizing them, you will only push them away and make them feel inadequate around other kids. Have faith that your child's brain is an evolving planet that rotates at its own speed. It will naturally be attracted to or repel certain subjects. Be patient. Just as there are ugly ducklings that turn into beautiful swans, there are rebellious kids and slow learners that turn into serious innovators and hardcore intellectuals.