Tsang Tse Wai (5A)
2001

Dear Pat,
I am sorry to hear that you have a problem. Here I have some suggestions for you and hope that you can solve the problem.

I am sure you definitely want to go to Leon Lai concert. To be frank, if I were you, I would prefer to go to the concert too. But when you think twice, you should go to your grandfather's 60th birthday party. There are several reasons for you to make this decision.

First, your grandfather is a very nice old man and he always takes care of your family. He loves you so much that he often gives you presents. That is no reason why you could be absent from his 60th birthday party. If you fail to show up, your grandfather will be very upset and think that you do not respect him. You must understand that the 60th birthday is a great occasion and it is only once in a person's life.

Second, your mother and father will lose their face if you refuse to attend the birthday. Everyone will ask your parents where you are. They may ask more questions about you and that will embarrass your parents. You will be severely punished by your parents.

Moreover, as your ticket of Leon Lai concert is free, you will not waste any money if you don't go. You can attend other concerts later. But there is only one great party to celebrate your grandfather's 60th birthday.

There may be another option for you. You can ask your parents whether it is possible for you to leave the party early so that you can attend the concert. It will be the perfect solution if your parents raise no objection. Hope you my suggestions can give you some ideas to solve your problem.

Love,
Chris

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Tse Wan Yu (5A)
2001

Dear Pat,
Thank you for your letter. I write to give you some advice. Please don't worry. I will help you to solve the problem.

Firstly, when will the Leon's concert begin? Can you go to your grandfather's birthday first and attend Leon's concert later? Suppose the concert starts at eight in the evening, then you may have sufficient time to go to the birthday party first and leave earlier. I think you will probably arrive at the concert in time.

However, if the time does not allow you to go to the concert, you should better go to your grandfather's birthday party. You should bear in mind that your grandfather is the most respected person in your family and you are his only grandchild. Your grandfather will be very unhappy if you miss his birthday party. Besides, you have said that your father loves you very much and brings you a present whenever he visits you. I think it is cruel of you not to attend his birthday party.

Moreover, you should obey your parents and give up going to the concert. I think you will have another chance to go to Leon's concert. But you will not have another chance to celebrate your grandfather's great birthday. It is because the time will not come back!

Okay, I think you should know how to make your decision now. If you need my help, write to me and I will be happy to give you advice. I think I must stop now.

Love,
Chris

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