Going oriental in the year of the bunny
By living in the city, we never really did got the real feel of celebrating chinese new year. Even more so when there are not many elders around to tell you what you should do and what you shouldn't. The basic stuffs would be just not to sweep on the first day, not to wear black, get the titbits ready and put on something red around the house. Even the reunion dinner was held outside, as oppose to preparing them and having everyone gathered around the dining table. Tradition is obviously fading little by little in urban families.
To be honest, I've never put on a cheongsam before. So it does feel good to be a little traditional amidst all the jeans and dresses. Feels more like chinese new year. It does bring compliments from the more elderly aunties and uncles. :)
And once again this year, we've found out that we had 'additional' relatives. A distant cousin and her family whom we've never met before. I have another 30 year old nephew. And we said nothing more than a "Hello, Happy New Year".
So, Gong Xi Fatt Chai. May the new year brings prosperity and happiness to everyone. Have a great year ahead!
And once again this year, we've found out that we had 'additional' relatives. A distant cousin and her family whom we've never met before. I have another 30 year old nephew. And we said nothing more than a "Hello, Happy New Year".
So, Gong Xi Fatt Chai. May the new year brings prosperity and happiness to everyone. Have a great year ahead!
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