The CNY itself is special (at least it is for me). It emerges from tales/ myths —— "Nian" 年 .
It was believed that the color red, scares off the monster and brings prosperity.
It is celebrated since immemorial time in remembrance of a gallant battle with the beast.
This festival isn't merely about collecting Ang Pau and prosperity but I see it as a privilege for family members and acquaintance to be connected. Realistically speaking, we don't take the efforts to meet and listen to one another on a regular basis. Time is a luxury in a bustling lifestyle for the majority.
The reunion dinner marks a new initial. We could see various familiar faces, the aged and the young, flashing saccharine smiles, with joy, excitement and of a grateful heart.
At times, the constant same old questions do lead to annoyance. Nonetheless, think of it, someday when we grow up, decades later, they may not be there anymore. Press on. I hope I walk what I preached as well.
This is also a time where nostalgic memories are brought forth, rung in our minds and to be created. The scent of inexpensive burnt fire-crackers, marveling fireworks where it costs us a fortune yet worth it, forms part of the celebration.
Lo and behold, Thank You Father God for the Grace, allowing us to have a beautiful and wonderful time bonding with people around. I truly enjoyed the Korean Ginseng soup based steamboat, glad to kickstart the first day in church serving as one of the backup singers. One of the many more reasons I love this season, it's because everything is in RED. Listening to the musics and songs, sensing the atmosphere, be reminded of ancestors and honoring deity, it's somehow indescribable.
P/S : Wishing you a BLESSED CHINESE NEW YEAR! HUAT AH! GONG XI FA CAI!
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