growing up in a traditional chinese family, i never really had a normal childhood. the chinese were taught to be strict and to enforce their rules with dignity.
my mom was a "tiger mom" meaning she controlled everything. she has to know where i am every single minute of everyday. every thing i do has to follow a strict schedule specially designed to make my schooling a priority in my life. i guess thats a good thing since i am now independent and ready to live life to the fullest because of her. i love you mama <3
my dad is one of those typical asian dads. the ones you see on the internet that are like "you got A- in math? i have no daughter." he closely monitors my studies and teaches me things that arent discussed in school. he enrolled us in countless in countless review centers and advanced classes. Because of his persistence, me and my sister are now studying Advanced calculus, permutations and college trigonometry at the age of 15. he has given us knowledge far beyond our years. i guess having an over-ruling, strict, asian dad has its perks. ;)
and of course, my grandparents. on my mother's side theyre not so traditional but on my father's side.... once you enter their place, it looks like a mini chinatown. porcelain vases here, golden buddhas there, chinese charms on the wall, and other assorted chinese memorabilia. my father's grandmother is the ultimate chinese mother. with 7 children, 21 grandchildren (4 sets of twins) and 2 grandchildren (and counting.,,) she manages to keep track of where everyone is at an exact time. in our family, once ou reach the tender age of 5,she teaches you the fine art of Mahjong, no wonder many of us turned into gamblers. we were taught strategy and luck games even before we can write. thas probably why most of her children and grandchildren are so successful in life. i salute you ahma!
even though i love the philippines, i am EXTREMELY proud of being a pure chinese. go TSINOY community!! :))
peace.love.happiness
(c)kat :)
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