Tuesday, February 10, 2015

Prelude to Lunar New Years

Still more than a week to go but preparations are underway all over Taiwan.


 We were greeted by the Happy New Year Guy, probably not his real name, when we entered our apartment complex



 A main street in Taipei with lights as far as you can see.


Deb is contemplating which of the many, many red envelopes she will buy.  It is a tradition to give children a red envelop with money in it.  This as well as the two photos below are from a store we happened upon this evening while doing a little window shopping.  The store is dedicated to New Years stuff and is one of many.


The Year of the Goat.  For the old goats among us, you know who you are, this is your year!  


Hello Kitty seems to have found her way into the Lunar Zodiac.


This is a photo of New Years merchandise located in front of one of the local convenience stores.  Gifting is quite popular during New Years.

You probably already know that everyone who can possible return home for New Years will return.  Many store will close for the week, although that does seem to be changing over time.  And, of course, the fireworks are everywhere.  Can't wait to hear the firecrackers start.

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