When I was a child, I always thought that Xiao Nian was a small festival, and adults were busy, preparing all kinds of New Year goods, as if they were just preparing for Chinese New Year's Eve and the first day of the first lunar month. It wasn't until I grew up that I realized that the New Year was actually an important day, and it heralded that the prelude to the Spring Festival had begun.
I remember that day, the sun was shining through the windows, my mom was busy in the kitchen, my dad was tidying up firecrackers in the living room, and I was watching cartoons on TV while stealing the candy I had just bought. It was a simple time, but it was the time I miss the most.
When it comes to the right way to open the year, I think everyone has their own answer. For me, the right way to open a new year is the taste of home, the warmth of family and those simple but beautiful memories.
When I was a child, the flavor of the New Year was the dumplings made by my mother, the string of firecrackers set off by my father, and the ancient story told by my grandmother. And now, as time goes on, those flavors seem to have become lighter and lighter. However, as long as we feel it with our hearts, you will find that those simplest flavors are the most authentic New Year's flavors.
Whenever the New Year comes, I return home early to reunite with my family. I would help my mom prepare dumpling fillings, paste Spring Festival couplets with my dad, and listen to my grandmother tell stories about her youth. The laughter and laughter of my family always dispel the tiredness and anxiety in my heart.
Of course, in addition to reuniting with family, there are many fun activities for Xiao Nien. For example, dust sweeping, sacrificial stoves, and so on. In my opinion, although these activities may seem ordinary, they contain people's good wishes for the new year and deep attachment to home.
When I was sweeping, I would pick up a broom and clean every corner of the house. This is not only to welcome the new year, but also to give yourself a fresh living environment. Looking at a tidy home will make me feel happy.
The sacrificial stove is an important ritual in the traditional activities of the young year. I would put some sweets and offerings in front of the stove and pray for the Lord of the Stove to bless my family with safety and health. Although I know that this is just a traditional custom, it is a place of love for people at home and good hopes for the future.
In addition to these traditional events, there are many modern ways to celebrate the New Year. For example, go to the movies with your family, have a good meal, or go on a trip. These activities not only allow us to relax and relax, but also strengthen the bond between family members.
I remember one year when I was young, I went to a special farmhouse with my family. There, we tasted authentic farmhouse dishes and picked some vegetables and fruits with our own hands. The sun was exceptionally warm that day, and we sat around a large table, enjoying the food and the company of our families. At that moment, I felt like the happiest person in the world.
As time passed, I gradually understood that the true meaning of the New Year is not in the outward way of celebration, but in our inner feelings and cherishing home. As long as we feel the affection and warmth with our hearts, we can find the taste of home no matter where we are.
In closing, I would like to say to everyone: no matter where you are or what life you are going through, never forget the importance of home. No matter how you choose to celebrate, you want to be able to spend time with your family and enjoy that simple and beautiful time.
May every little year be filled with the taste of home and the warmth of family affection! Let's cherish those simple and beautiful memories together!