TAONGA

TAONGA / Treasure is a book where readers go on an interactive journey of self-discovery. As you move through the pages, you’ll be invited to explore your family tree by answering thoughtful questions. After each question, there is space provided for you to write your responses — allowing you to uncover and record your own stories along the way.

From your immediate whānau to your wider family, this personal journey is structured as a timeline of a person’s life. Each chapter focuses on a different stage — for example, Chapter One explores childhood. You’ll find prompts such as “Where was Grandad born?” followed by space to discover and document your answers.

Throughout the book, I have also included pockets for photos capturing moments in time and also poems inviting readers to step into my imagination and reflect alongside me. These creative pieces are woven into the journey, offering moments of reflection, feelings of inspiration, emotions,  and deeper connection.

It is my hope, with love and the up most intention that through this process you’ll uncover meaningful insights not only about yourself, but about your family history ( family tree ) and connections.