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The conflict between traditional and modern values and beliefs
The importance of remembering one's roots
Regret
Ah-Ma is steeped in traditional values while Mr Li and Ying represent the modern society
Ah-Ma has high regard for traditional practices of the chinese community while the new generation does not place much importance on tradition
Mr Li tries to look like someone with a wealthy background who has inherited his money, not earned it. he avoids talking about his past whereas his mother is happy when remembering his childhood in Tanjong Rhu. He becomes uncomfortable being reminded of the time when they were poor. He choose to forget the happines of being close to his mother and his siblings, and the carefree days he spent on the beach in Tanjong Rhu. This causes him to feel guilt and regret after his mother's death
Mr Li feels deep regret for the way he treats Ah-Ma after his mother falls ill and later passes away
He never pays much attention to his mother's stories about the past and relizes a little too late that most of the questions remainded unanswered