【明報專訊】One thing not many people might like to admit is how much we are shaped by our parents. Those trying to escape from the shadows of their old folks and carve a place for themselves in this world have a natural urge to play down or deny the all-encompassing influence of genes. Still, we are moulded by their words, deeds and the things we did together, despite their seemingly infinitesimal impact on our upbringing.