You wrote beautifully @moyeon, i enjoyed reading through it.
Am really proud of your mom for teaching you about welcome. Every parent should do so, as this will imbibe kindness and love for others in the children.
Welcome indeed shows respect , a sense of care and acceptance when said wholeheartedly.
I love the example of welcoming a new baby. This indeed portrays love. The new baby isn't aware of the event but people still do it to show how much they accept the baby.
You have great goals for the year. I pray God help you to fulfil it.
I wish you all the best!