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Chinese Events/Festivals

Happy Chinese/Lunar New Year!

As the Chinese/Lunar New Year approaches, I get to thinking about all the joyous/festive rituals we perform and I’m not too sure where to start. Here are some rituals: wash/cut your hair well in advance – as doing either immediately … Continue reading

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Why Do We Make Zongs (?)?

I attempted (attempted since my Chinese isn’t yet fluent) to explain this new venture of mine to my Mother in Law the other day and gave her the example of the story behind the Chinese Zongs.  This story, among many others, … Continue reading

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