At the end of the first lunar month, we ushered in the 27th day of the first lunar month, which is known as the "Old People's Day" and is also part of the "Renri" series of celebrations, carrying the high respect and deep care for the elderly.
In folk tradition, the seventh day of the first lunar month marks the beginning of the new year for children, implying the vigorous development of new forces; The seventeenth day of the first lunar month corresponds to the middle-aged people, symbolizing the steady and vigorous vitality of vitality; The "Old Man's Day" on the 27th day of the first lunar month is a praise for the respect of the years and the wisdom of the elderly.
According to ancient folk beliefs, the weather conditions during these three consecutive days seem to be a mysterious herald of human well-being.
If the sky is blue and the sun is shining on these three days, it is considered to be a sign that the individual and his family members will enjoy physical strength and prosperity in the new year.
Thankfully, these three special days this year are bathed in bright sunshine, which is an auspicious sign that our children, elders, and ourselves will be able to enjoy a carefree, healthy and happy life throughout the year.
As the old Chinese proverb goes, "If there is an old man in the family, there is a treasure", which emphasizes the importance of having an elder in the family, who is full of life experience and wisdom to provide endless help and guidance to the family.
At the same time, they can also help take care of the next generation and take care of household chores, which greatly relieves the pressure on young people's lives.
Dating back to the Tang Dynasty, the Renri Festival was a great event, and the emperor would reward his ministers with human-shaped ornaments woven with colored silk threads and hold a grand banquet on that day.
In addition, in ancient times, there was also the custom of wearing "Rensheng" on people's days, that is, using colorful paper or silk to cut ** shape or flower patterns, wearing them on the top of the head or decorating on screens and windows, so as to imply the peace of the family population and smooth access.
Today is the "Old Man's Day" on the 27th day of the first lunar month, and despite the busy life, we still need to remind everyone to make the following five preparations in advance:
First of all, be sure to try the "longevity noodles". As a unique food custom on "Old People's Day", noodles symbolize longevity due to their slender and slender image. On this day, cooking a bowl of longevity noodles for the elderly at home not only conveys the deep blessing of the health and longevity of the elderly, but also reflects the respect and love for the elderly.
The ancients believed that eating noodles was like stumbling back in time, a kind of affectionate tribute and ardent anticipation of life. For the elderly, noodles are easy to digest and absorb, and in addition to their beautiful meaning, they are indeed beneficial to their health.
Secondly, don't forget to "climb the heights". Ascending on the "Celebration of the Elderly" means that life is rising step by step and the future is bright. Since ancient times, ascending has carried the symbolic meaning of positivity and forge ahead in Chinese culture.
On this day, taking the elderly in the family to climb high and look into the distance is not only a heartfelt wish for the happiness and health of the elderly, and a longevity of 100 years, but also a yearning for a better future. On the occasion of returning to the earth on the 27th spring of the first lunar month, it coincides with the time of "99 peach blossoms", accompanying the elderly to go out to go out, not only to soothe the body and mind, but also to appreciate the full spring, which has significant benefits for maintaining the physical and mental health of the elderly.
If young people are short on time, healthy elderly people can also go for a walk in the nearby park, practice Tai Chi, participate in square dancing activities, or simply get close to nature and breathe in fresh air, which is also a good nourishment for the body.
Also, be sure to give "time with you". Although "Senior Citizens' Day" is not a statutory holiday, the spirit of respecting and loving the elderly carried by it is still worthy of our in-depth practice. In the face of the fast pace of life and family pressures, young people should squeeze in as much time as possible to spend with the elderly at home on this special day.
Even if you are in a foreign land and cannot visit in person, you should convey your concern and blessings through **, text message or **phone call, and a simple greeting and safety report is enough to make the elderly feel warm and concerned in the distance.
Therefore, on the day of "Old People's Day", you may wish to find time as much as possible, even in a short leisure time after work, to share a dinner with the elderly, to have a conversation on their knees, or just sit quietly and listen to their chatter, which is undoubtedly an extremely precious and happy experience for the elderly.
Then, prepare gifts for your parents-in-law. Although the saying "mother-in-law is better than mother-in-law", it reveals an important family philosophy: if you choose to spend your life with your partner, you should treat your family with respect and love as if you were your own family.
On the special day of the elderly, men can choose gifts for their parents-in-law as a sign of respect and gratitude. The value of a gift is not in its preciousness, but in its sincerity. In the same way, women can also prepare intimate gifts for their in-laws to convey love and filial piety.
This act of mutual respect and care not only helps to strengthen the harmonious relationship between the two families, but also builds the foundation for family harmony and happiness. By giving gifts, we convey our filial piety to our elders and our respect for our families, making "Senior Citizens' Day" a beautiful time to deepen family affection.
Finally, it is important to free the elderly from work. In the "Old People's Day", a festival for the elderly, many elderly people take on the responsibility of cooking and taking care of their children in order to reduce the pressure on their children.
For this reason, their household chores should be minimized on this day so that they can enjoy a rare leisure time. In particular, avoid letting the elderly cook themselves, and try to find time to cook for the elderly themselves, or take them out to enjoy delicious meals.
This will not only make them feel the love and consideration of their children, but also allow them to enjoy delicious meals without having to work hard. On this day, we want the elderly to truly enjoy their rest and joy.
"Old People's Day" is a festival that celebrates and celebrates the elderly, and is a vivid embodiment of the spirit of respecting, respecting and loving the elderly. Therefore, on this day, please keep in mind the above five points and wish all the elderly in the world a safe and healthy life.