Winner: Gon Swet Ang

Category A: Older Adults (65+) Winner (2024), Golden Tales Short Story Competition

In a garden bright with blooms, My dear Orlando’s laughter looms. At six years old, with heart so kind, In Lego worlds, his dreams unwind.

Books he reads with eager eyes, Building castles that touch the skies. Helping me plant and sow, In our garden, love does grow.

Little Owen, brother dear, Orlando’s always standing near. Tying shoes and sharing toys, Filling home with endless joys.

Precious Orlando, shining bright, In your love, I find my light. With each day, my heart you fill, My cherished boy, I love you still.

Under sun’s warm, golden glow, Orlando’s magic seems to flow. With Lego bricks and stories grand, He builds a world with his own hand.

Owen giggles, shadows play, Orlando leads the joyful way. In every smile, in every cheer, Their bond grows stronger, year by year.

Orlando, with your gentle grace, You light up every cherished space. In gardens, books, and Lego lands, My precious boy, with loving hands.