As a young kid, I roamed the streets in Saigon in pursuit of fun. I  would wait until my grandparents napped on their “ni van” wooden bed then quietly tip toe out of the house - some days wearing thongs but lots of days barefoot. I taught myself how to ride an adult bike, I crawled under a wire fence to get into a petrol station through mud and rain just so I can join in a soccer game, I sat at a corner of the street where the coffee and banana selling cart were, eating, chit chatting - listening to neighbours & passers-by’s life stories. I always came home with dirty feet but a joyful soul. In the warm evening, after the sun had set & the cool breeze swept in, I sat at the back on mummy’s bike, wrapping both my hands around her waist as she rode us to the park. Mum would always remind me not to fall asleep as my legs might get caught up in the wheels. I can still feel the breeze & the comfort of love.

As an adult, I became a wife and a mother to my son & daughter. Marriage and Motherhood have changed me in ways that blows my mind and heart beyond what I thought was possible. Through experiencing & teaching, I've learnt so much. I’d say that my "Taiyah" & "Nah-nah" are my greatest teachers - I live and learn with them & from them.

As time passes by, I see how fleeting life is.  My parents are getting older and my kids are getting older.  I now find myself chasing time.  For me, a picture is a ticket to the past - it allows us access to our memories, a reminder of the cherished moments we've lived - where our heart was & the connections we had. The moments captured in the pictures will be reminders to yourself & your children of your presence , of hope, of joy,  of connection and that you are so loved.

I'll capture your story with heart - just as I do with my own. The adventures and all the chaos in between. That's a promise.

My OWn Story