Hello, I am Damien. As the deputy leader from Singapore, I feel immensely honored. This is not just a journey back to my origin, but a soul-searching journey that allows me to deeply reflect on my family heritage — which holds special significance for me because I have truly come to know my hometown—Houhu through this program. Kinmen not only carries my family roots but also gives me an unprecedented sense of belonging. 

      The beautiful scenery of Little Kinmen deeply captivated me —  the azure sea and sky, ancient buildings, and tranquil rural landscapes added a layer of poetry to this journey. Standing on the land where my ancestors lived and feeling the family memories flowing through this land, my heart was filled with emotiond and pride. 

      What brings me great comfort is that I managed to meet with my kin uncle during the journey. This meeting allowed me to better understand the family’s past and precious heritage, while also making me feel the warmth of familial love. This intergenerational connection made me realize the strength of family bonds. All along, I have had a wish in my heart, which is to fulfill our family’s aspiration: to continue revising and perfecting our family tree. This is not only a respect for our ancestors but also a responsibility to future. 

      Moreover, this journey allowed me to meet fellow Kinmen people from Malaysia, the Philippines, Indonesia, and other places. Through my interactions with them, I deeply appreciated the continuation and diversity of overseas cultures with Kinmen roots. The interactions and camaraderie with fellow Kinmen people from Singapore made me feel even warmer and more at home. From the laughter and joy along the way to the shared discussions about family history, these experiences made me cherish this rare bond and friendship even more. 

      Being able to serve as the deputy leader, I feel deeply proud and honored. This is not only a trust in me but also an encouragement for my responsibility in the family legacy. This trip to Kinmen is not just an exploration but the beginning of establishing a deep connection with my hometown. Kinmen is not only the physical home of my body but also the spiritual home of my soul. It will always inspire me to contribute my strength to the family legacy.

作为这次金门寻根之旅的副团长，我感到无比荣幸。这不仅是一场重回故土的旅程，更是一段让我深刻反思家族传承的心灵之旅。这次旅程对我而言有着特别的意义，因为这是我人生中第一次真正认识到自己的家乡——后湖。这片土地不仅承载着我家族的历史，也让我感受到一种前所未有的归属感。

小金门的美丽风光深深吸引了我。那里的碧海蓝天、古朴的建筑与宁静的乡村景象为这次寻根之旅增添了一层诗意。当我站在祖先生活过的土地上，感受到这片土地上流淌的家族记忆，我的内心充满了感动和自豪。

让我倍感欣慰的是，在旅程中成功与叔叔会面。这次会面让我更加了解家族的过往和珍贵的传承，同时也让我感受到亲情的温暖。这种跨代际的联系让我意识到家族纽带的强大。一直以来，我心中都有一个愿望，那就是完成我们家族的心愿：继续修订和完善我们的族谱。这不仅是对祖先的尊敬，更是对后代的责任。我希望通过自己的努力，让家族的历史更加完整，让未来的子孙了解自己的根源，传承家族的精神。

此外，这次旅程让我有幸结识了来自马来西亚、菲律宾、印尼等地的金门同乡。在与他们的交流中，我深刻体会到金门文化在海外的延续和多样性。而与一同参加旅程的新加坡金门同乡们的互动和相处，更让我倍感温暖和亲切。从一路上的欢声笑语到共同探讨家族历史的点滴，这些经历让我更加珍惜这段难得的缘分和友谊。

能够担任副团长的角色，我深感自豪和荣幸。这不仅是对我的信任，也是对我在家族传承中责任的激励。这次金门之旅不仅是一次探索之旅，更是我与家乡建立深厚联系的开始。金门不仅是我的原乡，更是我精神的归宿，它将永远激励着我，为家族的传承贡献自己的力量。