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Monday, February 9, 2009

Chap Goh Meh


Chap Goh Meh or Tzap Goh Mei represents the fifteenth and final day of the Lunar New Year period as celebrated by Chinese migrant communities. The term is from the Hokkien dialect and refers to the fifteenth day of the first month, which is the occasion of the first full moon of the New Year.
The occasion is marked by feasting and various festivities, including the consumption of
tangyuan. In traditional Chinese culture, it is also celebrated as the Lantern Festival or the Shang Yuan Festival. In Southeast Asia, however, it coincides with the Chinese Valentine's Day
It was a bit cloudy last night as soon as the rain stopped. Apparently, my friend and I were watching tv until 3.20 am and it was full moon. It was just like a spotlight from the sky brightened our place. Probably it would be nice if it surrounded by sparkling stars. Anyway, still I would say words to praise the Lord for everything. I am grateful to see His touch. Beautiful. :)