Rico, JohannaMortensen Steagall, Marcos2025-10-212025-10-212025-06-20LINK PRAXIS, ISSN: 3021-1131 (Online), Auckland University of Technology (AUT) Library, 3(1), 572-603. doi: 10.24135/link-praxis.v3i1.523021-1131http://hdl.handle.net/10292/19976The story of a homesick immigrant is an important one, relating to their nostalgia and longing to return to what was, this project expresses these complex emotions, offering a narrative that resonates with those experiencing similar cultural transitions. Created is an auto-ethnographic book combining poetic language with visual storytelling, conveyed through journalistic-style illustration and writing. The design choices, such as experimental typography, recreated memorabilia and hand-drawn imagery, invite readers to connect with the narrative on a personal level. The exploration of Filipino history, combined with personal reflection on experiences of displacement helped to inform the design. This book seeks to inspire readers to cherish the nostalgia tied to their cultural heritage, particularly those who have left their homelands, reminding them that while life may change, our roots and communities remain fundamental to who we are.Copyright (c) 2025 Johanna Rico; Marcos Mortensen Steagall (Translator). This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.CulturalPoeticPersonal archiveVisual storytellingauto-ethnographicJournal ArticleOpenAccess10.24135/link-praxis.v3i1.52