In case you’re wondering where the name benaboboli was derived, I have my hubby and my daughter to thank for that. Bena is what Sam has nicknamed me since we first rekindled our umm, courtship. Boboli is what I nicknamed Madison a long time ago.
And let’s not forget my little prince, Mr. Joseph Michael Riley Brooks, otherwise known as Joey Joe. And last but not least, I am Serena Kao, the author of this blog.
I am an ABC (American Born Chinese) woman. I was born March 10, 1976 in Rego Park, Queens (New York) to two wonderful Chinese immigrants.
My mother Anna, hails from Taiwan and my father Michael was born in Shangai. The story of how they came together, fell in love and then grew apart is a sad story but it has made me who I am today.
I love them for the life they have given me and everything they have taught me because it has made me into a strong, working, Asian mother, of two BLASIAN kids, whom I love and absolutely adore!
So sit back and be prepared to laugh, cry, shrug your shoulders or just roll your eyes because it’s about to get hot and heavy up in my blog. I just hope it generates some type of reaction or inspiration.
Thanks for reading!!!
Hi guys,
I’m am so happy for everyone. I have known you, Serena, for a long time and it’s been a pleasure seeing you grown into a lovely wife and mom! I recall meeting you while you were in high school and witnessed many changes!
So looking forward to reading more of your blog. Hope all is well. Please give everyone my regards.
John
Awwww, thank you for your kind words John. I have so many wonderful memories of you and I bar hopping in Manhattan and partying in Tribeca. Thanks to you, I have an appreciation for fine wine and chilean sea bass! I’m so happy for you as well! Let’s get together soon…xo Bena.
Class of 95 checking you out.