Grandpa 's Journey

Yesterday was a day full of meaning, family, and celebration—a day that will stay in my heart for a long time. Our morning began at St. Agnes Kouying Tsao Parish . At 9:30 a.m., we revisited the pilgrimage of Jesus, followed by Mass at 10:30. Sitting quietly in the church, I felt a deep sense of peace. It was a reflective start to what would become a truly remarkable day. After the service, we headed to Golden Horse Restaurant for lunch. The food was comforting, and the conversation light. Back home, I took a short 30-minute nap—just enough to recharge for the big celebration ahead. In the afternoon, we arrived at Purple Orchard Restaurant for a once-in-a-lifetime occasion: Great Grandpa’s 100th birthday. It was truly a grand family gathering—about 100 relatives came together under one roof. The atmosphere was warm and joyful. One by one, family members stepped forward holding lai see (red envelopes), offering blessings and greetings to Great Grandpa. And there he was—the man of ...