Yet they are cruelly punished for a deed they did not do. No, Judaism believes that a great responsibility is placed into man's hands. 17.10 This means two things. First, our lives are shaped by our intentions and our ways of doing things. But this is not enough.
Intentions are necessary, but they have to be followed up by deeds.
Your Hebrew name Baruch is a good name for you, because you are indeed full of blessings. You live in a free country, abounding in all kinds of opportunities. Possibilities for a first-rate Jewish and secular education are open to you. You have many abilities. Above all, you have devoted and interested parents.