Jeukhei Luhngpouh Dou Mchih Taaiji: even if you wear a dragon robe, you won't look like the crown princeIn ancient China, ordinary people used cotton clothes while high-ranking leaders wore official attire. The king and crown prince, though, could put on a dragon robe (luhngpouh).Before traveling to Spain, my husband and I debated about clothing choices. Should we wear shorts, or would that be too odd and informal? I settled on a combination of shorts, jeans, and skirts. What about … [Read more...]
Splendid Spanish Sights
September 10, 2012 2 Comments
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Soaking up Spain
August 27, 2012 6 Comments
Paakto: to go out, date The Pearl River runs through the city of Guangdong (previously Canton). Due to its wide banks and its busy water traffic, people use a special way to pull boats through the river. They place two boats side by side and tie them together with ropes. When one of them moves, the other follows. This method is called Paakto, and the term is also used to describe lovers who walk hand in hand.Sun Moon Lake, TaiwanI am proof that you can still paakto after marriage. My … [Read more...]
