Twelve Thousand Five Hundred Fifty Miles From Home
Twelve Thousand Five Hundred Fifty Miles From Home" is a deeply personal exploration of the concept of home, transcending traditional boundaries through the lens of jewelry. This book, born from my desire to express how different pieces of jewelry, each with its unique origin and story, collectively embody a sense of home for me, regardless of their geographic and relational disparities. The jewelry pieces, inherited from my mother and grandmothers or acquired from various places, are not just adornments but symbols and repositories of memories and connections. Accompanied by a poignant poem, the book delves into how these objects represent different facets of home—be it through their material composition like gold, silver, and pearl, or the emotional resonance they carry. By carrying these pieces everywhere, I maintain a portable, tangible sense of home. This project not only showcases a collection of meaningful jewelry but also invites readers to reflect on how diverse elements can coalesce to create a singular, profound sense of belonging, much like a mosaic of different people and experiences forms the essence of home.