A Gift for Mom

Lily was born in Shanghai and graduated from Medical School. After her nursing career, she received the opportunity to work as a librarian and bookkeeper. With an abundance of gifts and a great variety of hobbies, Lily loves her life deeply. She pursues goodness and beauty in life, and never stops learning. Aside from her achievements as a nurse, she has won an abacus championship, prizes in swimming contests, and she is also very learned in Chinese musical instruments Particularly the Pi Pa. Since 1987 Lily has worked as a waitress and manager in a factory and has lived in many countries such as Peru, Chili, Spain and Canada. After Lily's son was born, she chose to become a housewife. She uses her talents to manage her housework and cooks delicious and healthy meals for her husband and son, for her family living on single income. This cooking book is an extract from her easy cooking and nutritious Chinese meals accumulated in the past decades. Lily's daily meals are inspiring to all her friends. Much can be learned from Lily's cooking, and her love for her family and perseverance for culinary arts will be apparent. Currently Lily is living with her husband and son in Vancouver, Canada.