Pusi Urale

We moved from Wellington to Auckland in 2010 and have been living in Avondale for 12 years. It took us a while to get used to this suburb. My deep connection to it grew from going for long walks with my husband, who was in a wheelchair. We learnt to appreciate all the beautiful things that Avondale offers, like its rich and diverse culture, many great parks, and, best of all, the Avondale Market every Sunday. 

My journey in motherhood spans three generations - I am a mother to six children and, through them, a grandmother to 17 grandchildren and great-grandmother to great-grandchildren. 

Motherhood means nurturing to me and experiencing new ideas in life. I encouraged my children to go flatting early to get life experience, gain independence, and hopefully find their own place and belonging in the world. Nowadays, I encourage young people to be passionate and try new things. 

My best memories with my family in Avondale are having meals together. Talking and laughing together are precious moments, especially at my age. Just seeing my grandchildren puts a smile on my face every single day. They love to laugh, tease, and play, keeping me entertained.

The most important thing for me is for my grandchildren to be happy in whatever they choose to do. I hope they will always strive for happiness and not material things. It would be nice if they could make a positive impact on our planet.