It's been about two months since my mother left this world, and I find myself without a pull to return to the United States. After over a decade in Asia, I've decided to call this place my forever home. There’s a comforting magic in the air here; I feel safer, lighter, and truly inspired. Life in this land has gifted me a chance at happiness, far removed from the complex dynamics and strained relationships that once surrounded me back home. I often wish my mom could have experienced this joy with me before she passed, soaking up the beauty and serenity that this place offers.