: She concludes that while she fiercely wants to attend Princeton to honor him, she will be okay if she isn't accepted because he is always with her, and she can never truly "lose" him.
: She emphasizes his unending joy and optimism rather than the tragedy of his passing. [S1E2] Bright
The "good essay" she produces is not just a retelling of her father’s death, which occurred in front of her during a freshman year orchestra concert when she was 15. Instead, it focuses on: : She concludes that while she fiercely wants
: She promises that if accepted, she will never take the opportunity for granted, as she would be living out that dream for both of them. [S1E2] Bright