He spent a lot of years devoted to his family. There was never a break.

Right up to the end, the grandchildren visited him in the nursing home. But we were lucky enough that he died at home, with the family around him.

We had irons and lamps that were 20 years old. He insisted on fixing everything.

He had a lot of years of driving around, taking us to cheerleading and basketball.

Historically, in Chinese society, a woman's place in the family was never secure. In her own home, she was seen as marginal to the family since a son carried on the family name and contributed more to the family's livelihood. It was expected that girls would eventually be taken away to join their husbands' families after they were married.

It's because of tradition. Your family here in America raised you to believe in God. It's a way of showing a little respect.