Chinese New YearFor working families, it is not only a holiday of reunion, but also a time to spend money like water. In the past, I used to buy clothes and shoes for my parents as a way of filial piety, but gradually I found that this way did not satisfy their inner expectations and concerns for their children to come home. Now, I'm more focused on keeping in touch with my parents, making ** calls every other day to ask them how they're doing and talk about family matters. At the same time, I often go home to visit, spend time with my parents, listen to their needs, and buy some of themlifeitems required in . Thoughtfulness and care are far more valuable and meaningful than objects.
Expanding: Keeping in touch with your parents isn't just about Chinese New Year, it's about everyday lifelifeis a habit. Through the call, I can communicate with my parents in real time and share each other'slife, let each other feel a strong love. I can get to know them more deeply by going home oftenlifeI found that what they needed most was my companionship and care, which also made me cherish the time I spent with my parents even more. I keep an eye on them when I buy itemsHousehold itemsIf they need a new piece of warm clothing, I will choose a suitable one for them, which is comfortable and warm. In the process, I found that getting along with parents requires more patience and care, and they need more than just material satisfaction, but also crave the companionship and attention of their children.
In order to welcomeNew YearIn addition to buying New Year's goods and gifts, I also pay attention to the cleaning and tidying of the house. Cleaning a home not only gives a new look to the home, but also gives a feeling of comfort and pleasure. I willcurtainsRemove it and wash it clean, thoroughly sweep the corners of the room and hidden dust, scrub the windows, doors, etctablecountertops and put the cabinets inItem sortingAgain, clean out the unwanted and make the home environment neat and orderly. In this way, I can welcome the new year with a new look and at the same time express my rightNew YearExpectations and blessings.
Expansion: The sense of ritual of the New Year is not only reflected in the purchase of items, but also in the neatness and arrangement of the family. Cleaning and tidying up the house is a tedious and necessary job, but it also gives me a chance to revisit the order and style of my home. While cleaning, I will rearrange the furnishings and add some decorations to the home to welcome it in a festive atmosphereNew YearArrival. When shopping for decorations, I choose items that symbolize auspiciousness and good luck, such as a pot of fortune fruit or a couplet. These decorations not only add to the festive atmosphere but also bring good luck and blessings to the family. The sense of ritual of the New Year is not just to express the rightNew YearThe expectation and blessing is a kind of care and love for oneself.
During the Chinese New Year, visiting relatives and friends is essential. In order to respect the traditional etiquette, I will prepare for the New Year's greetings in advanceGifts。According to local customs, I will prepare a cigarette and a carton of milk for the elders to express my respect and blessings. PurchaseGifts, I would choose to buy in the wholesale market to get a good deal** and save some money. Although the courtesy is light and affectionate, I will try to choose something that matches the preferences and needs of the eldersGiftsto convey my thoughts and greetings through objects.
Expansion: In addition to preparing for the eldersGiftsIn addition, for other relatives and friends, I will also prepare appropriate gifts according to their preferences and needs. Some friends and relatives may not be interested in tobacco and alcohol, so I will consider their other hobbies, for example, if they like to read, I will give them a beautiful book; If they likeExercise, I'll buy some gym equipment orExerciseEquip; If they like good food, I will prepare some special ingredients or delicious pastries, etc. For younger children, I also prepare small gifts such as toys, books, stationery, etc., for them to feelNew Yearof joy and warmth.
Chinese New YearThe costs are huge, and for working families, a year's hard-earned savings can be quickly spent. Therefore, it is very important to budget well for the New Year. Based on past experience, I will celebrate the New YearBudget controlWithin 5000 yuan. Among them, part is used to buy New Year's goods, part is used to prepare red envelopes for children, and part is used for transportation expenses and personal expenses. Reasonable budget planning and not blind consumption allow us to live a comfortable and rational lifeNew Year
Expanding: Chinese New Year is one of the most important festivals of the year, and we are looking forward to having a happy time with our families. However, excessive spending can be a huge stress and burden for families. In order to avoid overspending, I plan my budget for the New Year in advance and keep my finances in order. I will divide the expenses into different categories, such as New Year's goods, transportation expenses, gifts, red envelopes, etc., and allocate them reasonably according to needs. In addition, I will also look for ways to save money, such as buying New Year's goods by participating in ** and special events, or DIY making something specialGifts。While keeping my expenses under control, I also remind myself that the Chinese New Year requires spending money, but it doesn't mean being extravagant. The joy and happiness of being with the family is the most important thing, let'sConsume responsibly、Live well with heartChinese New Year
At a time when working families spend money like money during the New Year, we can change the way we honor our parents and pay more attention to care and companionship; Recapture the ritual of the New Year and welcome it by cleaning and decorating your homeNew Year；Carefully calculate the gifts for the New Year, choose the right gift to express blessings; Make a good budget for the New Year and plan your expenses reasonably. In this way, we can live comfortably and warmly on a limited budgetChinese New Year。The Chinese New Year is no longer about spending money indiscriminately, but focusing on care and companionship, and truly experiencing the warmth and happiness of the family. At the same time, we also have to remind ourselves to:Consume responsiblyDon't get carried away by the festive atmosphere and empty your wallet. Chinese New YearIt is an important time for family reunion, and we need to make up for the gap caused by material things with precious time and love.