Mum's First Step Into A Foreign Land

For some years after her marriage, mum lived without a husband because my dad had gone to Singapore in search of a better life. She had to look after the family, worked in the farm and as a factory worker assigned by the state.

In 1957, dad sent for mum. For one who had never travelled beyond 海南加积 或海口city, going to a totally foreign land proved scary and uncertain, especially it meant leaving mum's loved ones behind without the ready chance to meet again. Despite all the reluctance, mum decided to be with dad and set sail to Singapore with her parent's blessings.

The voyage proved to be a strain as mum suffered from massive motion sickness. She went without food for days but thankfully, the other travellers lent her a helping hand and looked after her.

After 2 weeks, mum finally stepped onto the solid land of Singapore. Therein began her new life with dad.