If you could reflect on one thing:

Have you ever wondered if your parents are truly happy with the life they chose?

This letter is for anyone who has ever wanted to return the favor to their immigrant parents—not just with financial support or achievements, but by encouraging them to want more for themselves.

Through heartfelt honesty and generational empathy, the writer wrestles with the quiet grief of watching her parents settle too soon. She thanks them for their sacrifices, then gently asks if they’re truly fulfilled—or just surviving.

If you’ve ever longed for your parents to keep growing with you, to heal what was left unsaid, or to believe their story isn’t over yet—this one’s for you.

If you could reflect on one thing:

When was the last time you honored your own growth—even if it meant leaving something good behind?

This letter is for anyone who’s felt the “quiet knowing” of outgrowing a former version of themselves.

Through gentle reflection and emotional honesty, the writer revisits the early days of this podcast, acknowledging what once was, what it cost, and what it means to move forward with grace.

If you’ve ever realized that your old dreams no longer fit, or that you're ready to honor the person you’ve become, this one’s for you.

Welcome to TFAW Letters, a special summer series from The Filipino American Woman Project. I’m your host, Jen Amos.

Each week, I will read a fictionalized letter—my creative interpretation of real conversations with you! These letters have been woven with heart, reflection, and truth—to honor your stories while protecting your privacy.

It all begins with one line:

“If I could say one thing…”

Because sometimes, one thing is all we need to take up a little more space. Let’s get started.

Tune in for our first episode on Friday, June 20th, our podcast’s sixth anniversary!