Author: Andy Chan

“You’re My Heart” is a heartfelt tribute to the joy of being in love and the quiet beauty of being loved. This uplifting piece explores the emotional richness of everyday moments — from shared glances to morning routines — that become extraordinary when experienced with someone special. It celebrates the harmony love brings to life’s simplest rhythms, reminding us that happiness often lives in the mundane.

For those already in love, it’s a celebration. For those still waiting, it’s a promise: that true love is real, worth the wait, and often arrives when we’re living our most authentic lives. With warmth and optimism, “You’re My Heart” invites everyone to embrace love, share joy, and let the good vibes lead the way.

HAD IT: It’s time to cash in all those hours.

You put in the time. The 8-hour days, the months, the years. Now, it’s time for the ultimate payoff: freedom.

“Had It” is the anthem for that exact moment—the one where you throw your hands up and say, “I’m done with the grind, let’s live!”

This is the song you blast when you stop, when you celebrate a big win, or even a spectacular failure. Go ahead. Turn it up and dance until you sweat. You’ve earned this moment.

This is the heartfelt journey of a Lao person who has spent most of their life overseas, returning only briefly to their homeland. Though they have visited a handful of provinces—including Vientiane, Luang Prabang, Champasak, and Savannakhet—their time has always been too short to truly explore Laos in its entirety.

With a deep longing to reconnect with their roots, they dream of traveling across all 17 provinces, from the northern mountains of Phongsaly to the southern fields of Champasak, their birthplace. Their bucket list highlights four provinces in particular—Bokeo, Houaphanh, Xaisomboun, and Sainyabuli—each offering unique landscapes, traditions, and cultural treasures.

More than just a travel plan, this story reflects a search for belonging and identity. Despite living abroad for most of their life and sometimes facing questions about their ethnicity, they affirm their Lao heritage with pride. The journey across Laos is not only about seeing new places, but also about rediscovering themselves, embracing their culture, and fulfilling a lifelong promise: to truly know the land that made them who they are.

September has rolled in, bringing with it the excitement of my upcoming birthday and the realization that the New Year is just around the corner. Time has flown — a whirlwind of moments, challenges, and small victories. It’s also been nearly a year since laopress.com came back to life, quietly drawing in curious visitors eager to see what we’ve been creating. The journey hasn’t been easy, but it’s been deeply rewarding — a mix of hard work, creativity, and connection that’s kept me grounded and inspired. As the months ahead promise more milestones and memories, I’m embracing the ride, one story at a time.

Lately, my usual outings have been on hold. The reason?

This unexpected downtime has become a chance to do something productive at home. I’m diving into some cosmetic improvements, starting with the garden. My goal is to make it look tidy and inviting. Inside, a long list of small projects awaits. I’m planning to tackle most of them myself, as the cost of hiring tradespeople has become prohibitive. Well, the truth is that there is no spared cash available. Online renovation videos have given me plenty of ideas and motivation.

The projects are underway, and I’m curious to see the final results.

“We Are Lao!” is a powerful rock song that serves as a moving tribute to the strength, resilience, and unity of the Lao people. The song aims to inspire a new generation, celebrating a shared culture and history with a simple yet powerful melody and English lyrics. It’s an anthem of pride and identity, encouraging the Lao community worldwide to come together, find strength in their roots, and joyfully celebrate who they are.