2 months

Finally the 2 months of vacation has come to an end. It felt very fast. Probably I've packed too many programs into this short period. Nevetheless, it's the kind of holiday I won't be able to enjoy again, as I believe I'll not have such a long break with nothing much meaningful to do any time soon. Yes I won't.

February 2001 was the last time I celebrated Chinese New Year in my grandparents' house; and I waited till this January to do it again. I saw many relatives from my mum's side as well, some of whom I could no longer recognize as they were still young when I last saw them. I managed to meet up with many primary and middle school friends for the first time in like 8 to 9 years. Although with tons of words to say, years of separation still created a barrier after all.

For the bulk of the time I stayed in Shanghai, shopping for winter clothings and other daily items too expensive here in Singapore. I tried to improve my cooking skill, without much success. Playing with my brother and ferrying him to and fro kindergarten are more fun. One month of normal life for me with family around.

Then I went to Japan. Finally get to see Lele for the first time since his birth. Cultures that the Japanese learned from China are well-preserved, despite the heavy influence from the West since Meiji Restoration. I'm stunned by the beauty of the landscape as well. Disneyland is crap, compared to the spa in natural spring water. I'm very grateful for the chance to visit there, thanks to the hospitality of my uncle.

OK, enough of recollection. Time to move on.