Chinese New Year

Today is the first day of the Chinese Lunar New Year, the Year of the Ox. The ox is the second of twelve animals associated with the Chinese lunar calendar. People born in the Year of the Ox are said to be hardworking, tolerant, and persistent. The Year of the Ox ends on February 13, 2010. In China, fireworks are set off, as it is believed they scare away ghosts and spirits. The occasion is also often marked by special events such as parades and parties.

The Northeast Oklahoma chapter of Families with Children from China got together for dinner in Tulsa at Beijing Gourmet. Some friends we have made in Owasso who have two adorable adopted daughters (as well as two adorable daughters by birth), were kind enough to remind us of the dinner, so Angie and I enjoyed a wonderful evening with a number of kindred families. It’s simply amazing to me how well-adapted the majority of these children are, although I’m sure the parents can readily recount a number of early challenges. We look forward to attending these and many other Chinese events when our little guy arrives home.