Ng Siu Hung’s family owned three ancestral houses in Nga Tsin Wai. Family life was warm despite the overcrowded environment. His father and youngest uncle lived in one of these properties in 1st Lane. The 1st Lane house had an area of 0.01 acres (approx. 430-square feet) and was a two-storey granite dwelling with a tile roof. In all, over 10 people lived here, with Ng Siu Hung’s family occupying the upper level of the building. During his childhood, Ng Siu Hung stayed with his parents and younger sisters, while his older sister moved out after getting married and Ng Siu Hung’s wife later married into the village. Ng Siu Hung’s youngest uncle’s family lived in the lower level and included his uncle and aunt and his six counsins. Ng Siu Hung and his family members slept in two bunk beds. The house was simply furnished with just basic cabinets and cardboard boxes to fill the space. In the old days, there were no electrical appliances such as TVs and washing machines. A fan and a folding table for dinner were placed in the living room, while there were some spaces for putting miscellaneous items under the bed. Although they lived together, the two families of his father and youngest uncle prepared and took their meals separately. Typical dishes this branch of the family enjoyed included stewed or steamed pork, poached chicken, stir-fried vegetables and steamed fish. The entire family mostly sat down to enjoy meals together.