Dear Caleb,

You made babysitting seem like a very easy job because you were always so easy to handle. We used to tell your mom how we admire her bravery to leave you and Evan alone at home with us while they were out for the night. To which she’ll just calmly exclaim “but you all are (young) adults what!”. Later on, I realised it really wasn’t just because we were adults but you were a really good kid & big brother. While your parents were occupied with ministry on Sunday mornings, I became your mom’s semi-permament Sunday helper.

Your go-to meal after picking you up from Sunday school was usually just a big pau. More often than not, all the jiejies and gorgors sneaked you some iced milo & wantons too. We’ll dig up all the coins we have for some snacks from that vending machine by the escalator too. All the simple things in life made your eyes sparkle and you were always so easily satisfied.

With so many more memories of seeing you grow up in Singapore, I’m glad I was the jiejie that fulfilled the promise of going to visit all of you in Michigan last August. You were as tall as I was and your voice had already broken. You graciously gave up your room for me to stay in and assured me that you were happy to do so.

When I brought you and Evan out for a movie night, you (still) didn’t want me to spend too much money until I convinced you I was a working adult and had more than enough money for our night out. You always exemplified what it really means to put others before yourself.

Until we are reunited, here’s to celebrating the good life that you lived, the hugs that you gave and the love that we received.

Love you Caleb ♥️♥️♥️

Always & forever, (your fav) Jiejie Sa