Overview

• Stefany Valentine, separated from her mother Meiling after her parents’ divorce, believed her mother was dead due to years of fruitless searches and misinformation.
• A tip from a Mormon church member in December 2023 revealed Meiling was alive, leading to a reconnection via text and an emotional reunion in Taiwan in August 2024.
• During a two-week trip, Stefany and her mother bonded through shared experiences, including exploring markets, climbing, and celebrating Meiling’s birthday.
• Stefany is finalizing her debut novel, 'First Love Language,' which explores themes of adoption, cultural identity, and reconnection with heritage.
• She has applied to study Mandarin at Chung Yuan University in Taiwan to deepen her cultural ties and facilitate future family connections.