A Gift for the Elders: 100 Long Lives by MalPina ChanAt multiple levels my work is a continuing investigation of the transitory nature of the human condition and our connection with each other. Through my work, I tell the story of my family's immigrant experience. The voyage to America required courage, strength, and conviction. The imagery in my work is drawn from a rich resource of old family photos, immigration documents, letters, and cultural icons. My inspiration for making this book came from a