I am proud of my Samoan heritage and deeply passionate about sharing it. The stories I tell and write draw on childhood memories, cultural values, and traditions, reflecting our hopes for a brighter future. In 1996, I graduated from Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand, with a BA in Anthropology, and that same year earned a Certificate in Management Support from Massey University in Wellington. I later worked in banking for nearly twenty years across three major banks, serving in hybrid teller and personal banker roles. That experience opened a new chapter of learning, introducing me to corporate culture and the social and financial values that shaped it. For an island woman, it was a whole new world. I am now retired and enjoy spending time with my family. I remain active in community and church groups, where I continue learning from others and offering support wherever I can. I also write and draw to recreate memories.