Thank you for visiting my website. It’s been some time since I last shared an update online, and I’ve decided to make this space a personal platform where I can share a part of my journey with you.

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Since late 2022, life has slowed down for me as family responsibilities took precedence. In August of that year, my father-in-law—whom I fondly called Papa John—was diagnosed with terminal cancer, and we lost him just eight months later. Those months together were transformative, and I carry his memory deeply.

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Growing up as the only child, a daughter, in a very traditional Asian family, I faced judgments and expectations based on my gender. This often meant striving to please everyone around me, hoping to be seen and valued in a culture that didn't acknowledge me. For much of my life, I did not question this until Papa John—a father figure who embraced me just as I am, telling me "Independence, courage, strength—these are all good qualities. Don’t change them for anyone." Though our time together was short, his acceptance left a lasting impact on me.

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Over the past two years, I stepped away from my music career and paused my martial arts training. These were difficult choices, yet they allowed me to reflect deeply on what truly matters. I was blessed with a few treasured trips back home after five years apart from my family, and I am genuinely thankful for my martial arts family, whose support grounded me when I felt isolated. The past two years brought clarity and a sense of direction, helping me understand my priorities and envision my next steps.

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Reflecting on the past decade, I’m incredibly grateful for everyone who has been part of my journey. Every challenge, each heartbreak, has ultimately led to growth and opened new doors. To all my teachers, mentors, and companions in both the music and martial arts worlds, thank you for your guidance. Without you, I might have lost the will to continue long ago. I’m also deeply appreciative of those who nominated me as a voting member of a renowned music community. I may never know who you are, but your support means the world to me.

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Martial arts and music are like twin pillars in my life, holding me steady and keeping my world from falling apart when hope has felt distant. Music has given me self-worth, while my martial arts families have provided purpose and resilience. Together, they anchor me through life’s most challenging times. My mother always said I was lucky—not everyone finds a single passion, but I was blessed to discover two.

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As a true believer in destiny and karma, I’ve learned to embrace and accept whatever life brings my way. I still write music, still practice the fundamentals of physical training, but I no longer push or force things to happen. The main character from Dragon Ball, Goku, has a name that means “to understand the emptiness” (悟空). I grew up hearing it without truly grasping its meaning—only recently did it begin to resonate with me.

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I hope to update this space more often in the future. If not, please know I’m eternally grateful to everyone reading this, whether we know each other or not.

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Wishing the very best to all.​​​​​​