Before Chinese New Year, many of Chinese descent cleaned their houses as preparation to welcome the new year. For us it began about 7.30 am with fire crackers going off at our next door neighbor’s house. They were calling down their ancestors and spirits to feast on food here on earth before going back to the land of the dead. The dragon dancers were out, as well, calling for money as they danced to bless your home or business. Most Chinese here celebrate by going to visit their relatives and friends. They give gifts to those they respect and to elders. The children love Chinese New Year too because they get red envelopes (ang bow อังเบา) from family (family friends) with money in them. (Most of Richard’s riding buddies did not go out riding their bicycles because they, as Chinese, were feasting as well.)
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