Happy Mother’s Day, Moms!
“My mother was a teacher who maintained high standards for her middle and high school students. She taught her sons to set high expectations for themselves, too. Without that lesson, I would never have become Executive.”
— Dow Constantine
King County Executive
“My mother Rose taught me to love without judgment; to fight for what I believe in but never with malice; and to listen without interruption. She forgave the government for placing her in an internment camp and taught me how powerful the act of forgiveness could be; it can unleash limitless power.”
— Bruce A. Harrell
Seattle City Councilmember
Candidate for Mayor – www.electbruceharrell.com
“Since my mom is gone, I find myself dwelling on the good times. I realize now that moms are our inspiration, caregivers, cheerleaders, and our confidants. Our mothers are literally everything. We will never fully understand nor compete with their grace, dedication or all-encompassing love. Embrace them, appreciate them and be grateful for the Mom in your life.”
— Dwayne J. Clark
Founder, Chairman/CEO of Áegis Living
Founder of first Chinese Assisted Living in WA State
Author of “My Mother, My Son”
“With her decades of exemplary service as a founder of Korean Community Service Center and as a former Asian Counseling and Referral Service boardmember, my mother-in-law, Seungja Song, has inspired my service to all communities in King County.”
— Rod Dembowski
King County Councilmember
“My mother, Angelina Shen, a Chinese Opera performer and a 25-year survivor of breast cancer, has spent her life raising my sister and me. She has taught us the importance of generosity and compassion for others and is really what has inspired me to serve the API community.”
— Albert Shen
Shen Consulting Inc.
Seattle City Council Candidate
“My mother has always inspired me with her absolute belief in the power of prayers and being humble. From my early childhood, she has instilled in me with these two important and life lessons and they have served me very well. My mother in law, whom I also dearly love, has also inspired me to be ambitious and have big dreams. She has taught me to set my goals high and work hard to achieve them. Now with these two great ladies and their teachings, how can I not do right!”
— Sam Chung
Lee Anav Chung LLP
“My mom inspired me to cook. She always cooked a big Chinese New Year dinner. That’s why I love to cook and cook for others. I make lots of chun (steamed Chinese sweet rice with goodies wrapped in lotus leaves) to donate for charity auctions. I love to inspire my children to volunteer and give back. Larry (Luke) and Randy served as presidents of community organizations. I am proud of them.”
— Anne Wing
Community Volunteer
“As mom ages, she clings to memories and strives to be part of the ‘here and now.’ While that struggle saddens us, her fighting spirit is inspiring. Mom’s faith and her love for her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren sustain her and make all of us love and admire her.”
— Benson Wong
Keller Rohrback L.L.P.
Mercer Island City Council Candidate
“Mother’s Day has always been special for me. My mom passed away when I just turned 21, at the beginning of my career as a fashion designer. Her warmth, loving kindness, and quiet faith in my abilities were her gifts to me and have been my major source of strength and motivation to succeed all these years.”
— Gei Chan
One of the first Asian-American fashion designers to design for the mass market.
“Our mom inspires us to work hard, be a good person, always be patient, and have compassion for others.”
— Judy and Pauline Lui
“One thing that my mother inspires in me: Her unwavering commitment to her family.”
— Dr. Anthony Chen
“My mom approaches life with energy, purpose, and grace. She devotes her time and treasure to the Seattle Chinese Gardens to connect our community to traditional Chinese culture and is my inspiration.”
— Grace Chien
Community Volunteer
“My mom taught me to be kind to the community as well as the people who love
you and support you.”
— Shiao Yen Wu
Wu’s Property