One of the most effective way to learn a culture is through its foods. Chinese Lunar New Year is famous for its hearty and feast-like New Year’s Eve dinner, but what you might not know that the dishes are there not only because of their deliciousness, but also because they symbolize good wishes for the…
The NYE just passed a few days ago, and I am pretty sure that you already have made a list of new year resolutions that you are so pumped to achieve in the brand new year of 2013. For me, I have a habit of keeping diary entries and on this NYE, I “accidentally” came…
Here are ten things you can do in the new year that will help make an impact in the world! 1. Blogging– You can become a blogger on youthareawesome.com. This is a great way to promote events, share your thoughts and to allow your voice to be heard! 2. Promote & Take Action on your…
I can relate to the saying ‘out with the old and in with the new’, but not when it comes to music. Don’t get me wrong, there are so many really talented new artists out there (Ed Sheeran forever~), but I think we’re starting to forget about the beautiful music of the past few decades.…
For Western countries, it may seem strange to celebrate the New Year weeks after January 1st. For Chinese people, it’s a wonderful, joyous time, in which friends and family finally spend time together after a year’s hard work. The Lunar New Year represents a time to celebrate life, happiness, and wealth. There’s a story that…
Now that we’re halfway through the first month of the first year, where are our resolutions now? When it gets to a certain point,we realize we’re just using recycled versions of our old resolutions. They may not always turn out the way we want them to, but at least they help when they’re there! Here…
Whether we dread it or look forward to it, a new year is fast approaching. New Year’s Eve celebrations are a global festivity of hope for a bright and prosperous future. Although many cultures have diverse ways to commemorate the occasion, we all share a unanimous wish for happiness. May you see your resolutions through…
I made some cookies with friends for the New Year. Hope this year will be a wonderful year for all of you! Happy New Year ~ !!!