Mom and Dad handed me a strange red envelope today. It had a dragon on it, and I thought, “It has no stamp and I know it’s not my birthday yet… what’s this??” I observed with avid interest as Mom helped me open the envelope. Inside was a golden coin, which made little sense to…
Tag: Year of the Dragon
Dancing Our Way Into The Year of the Ox With Dragon Parade
Representing power, wealth, and wisdom, the dragon is a very prevalent symbol in Chinese culture. The Dragon Dance is commonly performed during festivals and celebrations and is believed to scare away evil spirits and the bad luck associated with them, ushering in good luck and wealth instead. During the dance, a team carries the colorful…