This scene marks a turning point – a second flashback between the young boy with his mother, following the earlier “father-and-son moment” that was longed for but never came. In their conversation, his mother came to a quiet yet profound realisation: her son is afraid of growing up – a fear that had been silently … More Because Daddy didn’t know Jesus
While unwinding to music on a direct flight from London to Singapore, I came across a track titled “Father Figure.” The title alone stirred something deep within me – tugging at old, emotional threads tied to a heart-wrenching memory: a poignant conversation between a mother and her young son about the quiet pain of growing … More The moment that never came
My maternal grandmother was a woman of poise – calm, dignified and beautiful, a remarkable woman whom I affectionately called “Nenek,” the Malay word for grandmother. Beyond her physical beauty, she was intelligent and business-minded – a creative entrepreneur with exceptional culinary and knitting skills. Selfless and loving, she devoted her entire life to caring … More My Maternal Grandmother
My father was a brilliant man – a jack of all trades and unlike the saying, he was “master in dentistry”. He had a wide range of interests and excelled in everything he pursued, always on the move and full of energy. Although he was married, he continued to indulge in a promiscuous bachelor-like lifestyle. … More Childhood with my Father
My mother was the fourth child with three older sisters and a younger brother. She is the epitome of femininity, carrying an air of elegance that has remained with her well into old age. Despite her gentle demeanour, she possess an inner strength that allows her to face any situation without retreating in fear. With … More Childhood with My Mother
As my sisters and I embark on the project of documenting our childhood, I’m struck by how fleeting life can be. Many memories remain only in fragments… lost to time like a jigsaw puzzle with missing pieces. As I journal about my early years, I’m bracing myself for a rollercoaster of emotions – a beautiful, … More Childhood
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