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Yan Zhang (Gary's Mom)

Basic Info​

  • Location: Las Vegas, NV (with Eugene Sheng)
  • Family: Husband (Eugene Sheng), Sons (Gary Sheng, Tony Sheng)
  • Birthday: July 20th

Health & Lifestyle​

  • Health-conscious, actively monitoring family diabetes risk
  • Has borderline diabetes markers (mentioned family A1C levels around 6.2)
  • Following strict healthy diet: boiled organic chicken, vegetables, bean soup, minimal carbs
  • Rarely eats rice now, prefers sweet potatoes, oatmeal, yam as healthier carb alternatives
  • Avoids sugar, cakes, and fried foods
  • Aware of sugar content in drinks

Personality & Values​

  • Caring and supportive mother
  • Proud of her sons
  • Values health as top priority ("health is number one")
  • Observant about family members' appearance and wellbeing
  • Enjoys family connections and celebrations

Family Health Awareness​

  • Strong awareness of family diabetes history on both sides
  • Mentions relatives with diabetes complications, including aunt who died from diabetes complications
  • Actively manages family diet to prevent diabetes progression
  • Supportive of Tony's health journey with hyperthyroid condition

Social & Activities​

  • Plays peek-a-boo (possibly with grandchildren or as exercise)
  • Plans birthday celebrations at Red Rocks sushi restaurant
  • Values family gatherings and maintaining connections

Key Interactions​

  • 2025-07-20: Birthday call with Gary and Tony. Discussed Tony's health improvements with steroid treatment, family diabetes concerns, dietary changes, and birthday dinner plans. Expressed pride in her sons and emphasized health as priority.
  • 2025-10-17: In-person conversation with Gary at Vegas home. Proactively reassured Gary about having a home base, expressing that he shouldn't feel rushed or like a burden. Acknowledged Gary's stubborn path in life choices without judgment, emphasizing their primary concern is his health and wellbeing. Supportive of his lifestyle and travel patterns.
  • 2025-12-01: Phone call with Gary about living arrangements and job search. Initiated conversation with Eugene to offer Gary flexibility in living situation before Christmas. Emphasized that Gary is always welcome home and shouldn't feel obligated to stay with friends if inconvenient. Expressed concern about Gary's health and weight (mentioned he's at 194 lbs). Encouraged networking through friends for job opportunities. Showed understanding that job search "cannot be rushed" and needs to be methodical. Planning for Tony's Christmas visit.

Transcripts​

Transcript IDDateSummary
2025-10-17-gary-sheng-parents-home-base-support2025-10-17Home Base Support Discussion where parents proactively addressed Gary's housing and stability concerns
2025-04-04-pickleball-gary-gugino2025-04-04Pickleball session in Las Vegas where Yan Zhang also participated
2025-12-01-gary-parents-living-arrangements-call2025-12-01Family call offering Gary support and flexibility during job search with Eugene