Mom was born in Singapore in 1933. She grew up on Christmas Island, which is now part of Australian territory. Christmas Island has the largest crab population per square unit in the world. Mom often tells me about the abundance of crabs on the island, especially when we watch TV documentaries about crabs on Christmas Island. After World War Two, she moved back to Singapore where she met Dad.
Mom is the most wonderful and self-sacrificing person. She works hard for the family day and night without complaining. She also has a great heart of compassion for the poor and needy. She loves to give away our old (and not so old) stuff like clothes and bags to the poor.
I was so happy when Mom attended my Stanford graduation in 1996. It was a proud day for both of us. |
