Fascinating story Anwen. The extreme favoritism that the older generation of Chinese had for boys can be seen through stories such as these. While I can't say that I truly understand that line of thinking, I myself am mixed race and thus part Chinese. I know that my Grandmother was elated when I was born. Regardless, this is a nice story that brings color to some aspects of the past that many people might not be aware of.

All Steemit users should feel free to share their stories of the past, whatever that means

Cheers