The Chinese New Year starts on February 10 this year. From what we have learned, it is the most important and oldest Chinese holiday that celebrates the start of the new year and new season. It is celebrated with visits to friends and family and special traditions designed to bring good luck. People will stay up until midnight setting off fireworks to frighten away evil spirits. Red symbolizes fire which will scare away evil spirits, so people dress head to foot in new red clothing. Kids often receive money in red envelopes to symbolize good luck in the new year.
Our baby has most likely been born by now and it helps to know that this is the only New Years they will have to spend in their orphanage. Hopefully his/her caretakers will do something special for them for the holiday!
We are looking forward to celebrating the year of the horse next year with our little one!
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