To compare Chinese New Year with the western Christmas celebration is very appropriate, at least very similar during the final preparation phase. During this festive season, everyone will spend their money like crazy, buying gifts, goodies, new clothes and food just like there is no tomorrow. And everyone will also be very busy when the day draws nearer; shopping, spring cleaning, change curtains, polish car and many more.. Sometimes it is quite difficult to comprehend this mentality, especially when shops are opened almost everyday even throughout the holidays and chores never seem to end anyway. I think it could be due to the fact that we would like to reward ourselves for a good year spent and prepare to start a better year.
Although we managed to adjust things by spreading some tasks throughout the year and adjust our expectations, there are still quite a bit to prepare for this CNY. But I must admit we are coping and enjoying the season better every year. I am also particularly impressed and grateful on how well Shin Yang has managed the house nowadays, she is really our sunshine.
One key event I enjoyed most every CNY is the reunion dinner on CNY eve, 'coz Mama will prepare all her best dishes we loved... Starting last year, we have also help to ease Mama's load by preparing a dish or two too. This year, we prepare a Korean-like meat/veg wrap, prawn salad and fruits "捞起". The open space between our houses serve us well for this feast... Yummy!!
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| Reunion dinner 2013 |
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| Reunion Feast 2013 |
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| Sisterly pose |
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