A Pebble That Floats

Imelda Argel was born into a family of lawyers and in the 1970’s she was on a rising career as a top corporate lawyer in Manila, Philippines.

But a painful betrayal forced her to restart life as a single mother in far off Sydney, Australia, where she encountered a culture that was far removed from the one in which she had been brought up.

Suffering from casual racism and discrimination, where she was often viewed as little more than a “mail order bride” and never valued for her skills and extensive legal experience, she was forced to adapt quickly.

Against the odds, she worked hard to rise above adversity including the downward shift in her lifestyle. She regained the recognition she deserved, eventually winning awards for her professional and community contributions.

Imelda tells her amazing story in a memoir that is a testament to healing, unwavering faith and finally finding unexpected love.