I always remember Lee Yong's smile. Always present, always wide, always genuine. She had a heart of gold, and was always welcoming. She had a knack for making me feel comfortable and welcomed in any event. I remember her generous offer to look for a replacement of the Totoro umbrella my husband lost. Thank you for having been in my life... until we meet again.

Lee Yoong, my Melbourne 大姐

Found some letters from you while searching for the fountain pen you gifted me today. The letters dating 13 years apart (2007 and 2020) reminded me of our friendship and how consistent you are. Lol... the only person who takes time to write and send a snail mail and the only one who writes my name on said mail in Chinese. Receiving letters from Epping (or in those days, Thornbury) never failed to make my day.

I will forever treasure the scarf you knitted for me because I complained the aircon at work was cold; the fountain pen you gave during one if your visits to Singapore because we both love pens (you like to write, I like pretty pens) and all the letters and cards you wrote me. Your optimism, drive and focus to make the most in life, has always been an inspiration to me.

Thank you for the many years of laughter and friendship. Thank you for being there for me during good and tough times, and for all your advice and tough love.

As you said, quoting your favourite 张学友歌词,《愿心中，永远留着我的笑容。伴你每一个春夏秋冬》Rest well my dear friend. Till we meet again... ❤️

Lee Yoong, my close friend.

A beautiful, strong, intelligent, sparkling friend. Her personality shone brighter than any star you can imagine, even cancer couldn't shadow that radiance. She brightened my life and many more. She may have left us now but her spirit lives on.

Thank you for your friendship Lee Yoong. I miss you. I love you. And I believe we will meet again. Let's have the best tea party when that time comes. And I promise I will look after those most important to you.

Rest well now, may God guide you to your next mission in life. You will forever be in my heart and prayers. ❤️

I remember her kindness and felt her support the years I lived in Melbourne. It might be many years since we had contact, but her beautiful spirit is forever in my memory.