Dear Diary,The Chinese New Year is right around the corner, and all of Hong Kong is a buzz. The shops are full of stuffed tigers (the new year being that of the tiger), tins of snacks and all things “lucky”. The Chinese people are also busily preparing themselves for this great occasion.
One of the traditions of Chinese New Year is that it is sort of something like a spring cleaning. It’s out with the old, in with the new — a fresh start, a new chance at catching some “good fortune”.
With that in mind, this weekend I headed to Steph’s apartment to repaint her ceiling (as well as fixing some floor tiles). Truth be told, I had no idea what I was doing, but I guess it doesn’t look half-bad now and Steph’s mom is happy so that’s good enough for me.
Now, it’s time to rest and relax before the big Super Bowl game (yes, I get to watch it this year). Then, it will be just four short days until the Chinese New Year celebrations begin!
I remain respectfully yours,
Stephen



