This year’s Mother’s Day feels extra special because my mum is here with me in KL and we get to share this day in person and also because I’m a mom myself. Motherhood has opened my eyes in many ways. Suddenly, I see so clearly the quiet sacrifices, the patience, and the fierce love my mum gave us – day in, day out. She’s the glue, the heart, the backbone of our family.

No amount of thank-you’s will ever be enough but here’s one anyway: THANK YOU for giving me life, and for being the life in it. You are magic, mummy. I see you, I honor you and I love you more than words can say.

And though I may now be someone’s mum and found my first strand of white hair, I’ll always be your baby girl. Always.