Treasured Pearls: 新年快乐

Tuesday, January 31, 2012

新年快乐 - Happy New Year!

Our local Chinese American Association had their Chinese New Year celebration on Sunday. Both JA and SG had a part in the entertainment, so we had to be there early. Here are some photos from our time there.

Preparing for his part in the show.

TJ played Chinese Chess with a friend who was adopted from Taiwan 18 mo ago.

Looking beautiful in her silks.

The Lion from the Lion Dance.

Their part in the San Zi Jing

Having fun and looking adorable at the same time.

Sisters in silks.

BG with his "lucky money"

Grandpa joined us too.

AT had a fun time solving the riddles.

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