🌟 [New Resident Story Wall] A Plate of Indonesian Fried Potato Cakes Connects Two Souls Scarred by Natural Disasters - Get to Know the Story of Lili (Ririn Arumsari)

Today, I want to introduce a caregiver from Indonesia – Lili (Ririn Arumsari). Her work, "A Memory," won an honorable mention in the "2024 Migrant Worker Literary Award." This article truthfully records her daily life caring for an elderly person with dementia in Taiwan, showcasing a genuine friendship that transcends borders and languages. 📖 Protagonists: Lili and Grandma Ah-Hua Two individuals carrying the scars of natural disasters: Grandma Ah-Hua, whom Lili cares for, suffers from dementia. Her husband tragically died in the 1999 Chi-Chi earthquake in Taiwan, leaving an indelible pain in her heart. Lili herself lost her parents in the 2004 Aceh tsunami in Indonesia, a trauma deeply buried within her. A Dish, Two Memories (Indonesian Fried Potato Cakes - Perkedel): For Grandma Ah-Hua, Indonesian fried potato cakes were her husband's favorite delicacy, holding cherished memories of their past. For Lili, this dish originally carried bitter memories of parting from her family; however, while accompanying Grandma Ah-Hua, her aversion to fried potato cakes gradually turned into warmth. Companionship and Mutual Healing Amidst the Earthquake: When the strong earthquake struck on the morning of April 3, 2024, Lili held the panicked Grandma Ah-Hua tightly in her room, promising, "I'll protect you, I'll never leave you." After the tremor, they made fried potato cakes together in the kitchen and served a bowl of longevity noodles. Two strangers brought together by fate picked up the fragments of time through companionship, giving each other strength. 💡 A Warm Message to New Residents and Migrant Workers in Taiwan During our time living in Taiwan, we may all carry our own stories and homesickness. Lili's story shows us that even with language differences and past traumas, love and care can still take root in a foreign land, becoming our strongest support. 💬 Interaction Time: We invite everyone to share in the comments 👉 In your life or work in Taiwan, is there any dish that particularly soothes your homesickness? 👉 Have you and your care recipient or Taiwanese family members shared moments of warmth and mutual companionship? Welcome to leave a comment below and share your story! ❤️ (Image source: Internet, please inform us if there is any infringement for removal)