Lunar New Year – Archives From The Desk of CJD

Last week I ventured out to celebrate the ancient “Chinese New Year”, and then realized that a majority of Asian nations also celebrate but collectively call it “Lunar New Year.”

Parade on the Avenida de Americas in downtown Houston

Asia Town/International District/Houston/Texas

Red envelopes filled with small money bills are gifts to signify wealth & prosperity for the new year

Now on to Houston’s Galleria District for indoor celebrations

All this walking and shooting had me ravenous for some wok pork and noodles. Washed down with Tsingtao beer of course.

While editing this article I was enjoying this soundtrack:

Next week I’ll share some highlights of the nearly 1000’s of murals decorating Houston.

再见, – Chris