Abigail Mack, an 18-year-old, wrote a poignant essay about her hatred for the letter ‘S’ after losing a parent to cancer, which has garnered her admission to Harvard University. She reflects on how the letter symbolizes her loss and the absence of her mother, yet she has learned to cope with it and channel her experiences into motivation. Her essay has resonated with many, earning her praise for her writing talent and emotional depth.