Essays on New Year Page 2

“Pop! Bam! Boom! ” These are the sounds one hears passing by a Chinatown around February of every year. Indeed, these are the sounds of firecrackers, which are distinctive features Chinese people use to welcome a new beginning on Chinese New Year. According to older generations, firecrackers are considered not only a sign of getting…

Imagine the challenge of relocating to a foreign country and raising a family away from your homeland. This is a decision that countless individuals make regularly. However, a crucial question arises: which traditions and values should you pass on to your children? Should they be taught the traditions of their homeland or those of their…