Enjoying Fuzhou, China-things you don't see in the US
Hello to all, and happy Chinese New year Just wanted to take a quick moment and check-in, and let you all know I’m alive and well.
I got back over a week ago, and found it much easier to get over the jet-lag this trip. I hope that’s not my body’s way of actually telling me I’m getting used to this.
From my previous post on the customs surrounding Chinese New Year, I returned to find most areas still vibrantly decorated for the holiday. Red is the color of choice, and it has been nice to see entire city blocks and parks decked out in huge ornamental red banners, globes, and assorted decorations. I also had to catch up on handing out the red envelopes when I returned. Apparently since the envelope signifies wishing of good luck for the coming year, the fact that I was not here for the actual New Year does not waive my obligation to participate.
The attached picture was taken yesterday, and falls under the category of things you might not see in the US. I was playing pool with some friends at a bar/restaurant when the restaurants food order arrived. As I looked out the window, I saw whole chickens, ducks, and fresh fish being dropped off out front. This is a picture of me trying to sell a few ducks to pay off my waging losses at pool. I started wondering why I never see fresh chicken at Kentucy Fried Chicken in the US-
That will do it for now. This week I am in a city called Fuzhou. Last night I was treated to a fireworks display out my hotel window that last for 3 hours. I am told the celebration supports the lantern festival which signifies a closure to the activities of the Chinese New Year. Literally tens of thousands of red globes decorating trees, streets, and surrounding area. Fuzhou is located on the coast between Xi amen and Shanghai. I will check back in another week or so.
My best to you all.
I got back over a week ago, and found it much easier to get over the jet-lag this trip. I hope that’s not my body’s way of actually telling me I’m getting used to this.
From my previous post on the customs surrounding Chinese New Year, I returned to find most areas still vibrantly decorated for the holiday. Red is the color of choice, and it has been nice to see entire city blocks and parks decked out in huge ornamental red banners, globes, and assorted decorations. I also had to catch up on handing out the red envelopes when I returned. Apparently since the envelope signifies wishing of good luck for the coming year, the fact that I was not here for the actual New Year does not waive my obligation to participate.
The attached picture was taken yesterday, and falls under the category of things you might not see in the US. I was playing pool with some friends at a bar/restaurant when the restaurants food order arrived. As I looked out the window, I saw whole chickens, ducks, and fresh fish being dropped off out front. This is a picture of me trying to sell a few ducks to pay off my waging losses at pool. I started wondering why I never see fresh chicken at Kentucy Fried Chicken in the US-
That will do it for now. This week I am in a city called Fuzhou. Last night I was treated to a fireworks display out my hotel window that last for 3 hours. I am told the celebration supports the lantern festival which signifies a closure to the activities of the Chinese New Year. Literally tens of thousands of red globes decorating trees, streets, and surrounding area. Fuzhou is located on the coast between Xi amen and Shanghai. I will check back in another week or so.
My best to you all.
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