In 1982, just before the 2075-couple blessing, Father was waiting for us to arrive from Japan to start matching. I was on one of the first teams that arrived at the New Yorker Hotel; Father spoke to us, and then I was picked as a representative of Japan at our matching. Father picked representatives from key nations and matched them to each other first; then there was only me and a Korean sister, so Father asked, "Who would like a Japanese wife?" At that time, there were so many Western brothers and almost all of the brothers in the ballroom raised their hand as volunteers. I'll never forget that moment in my life. At that moment, I strongly felt Father's love and sensed Japan's providential mission for the future. Therefore, even if I would have difficulties with my husband, I should never think about breaking our Blessing. That was my promise to God at that time. I was matched and blessed to Stefan des Lauriers in the 2075 Blessing ceremony. We were the 12th couple matched, and I have been in the United States since that time.
From Tribute, pp. 73-74.