Happy New Year.. the Chinese way!

In a few moments, the clock will strike midnight and so it will begin..the Chinese New Year weekend. Tomorrow is Chinese New Year eve, and it is when families reunite to have their family reunions. It can only mean one thing. "Let the feasting begin!"

Sadly, I will have none of that this Chinese New Year, as I am far away from home. I will miss the invasion of "reds and golds" decorating my hometown. I will miss the many varieties of cookies which makes its special appearance this time of the year. I will miss the home cooked food by grandma. I will miss the red packets filled with cash to "bless" my new year. Most of all I will family. 

But, I still have friends in whom I have come to love and call my family here in Melbourne. Oh yes! We will definitely feast! I must admit it will still be a lil' different, quieter and less celebrated over here in Australia. Nonetheless, we will make most of what we have. So, to usher in some festivities and spread some new year cheer, I decided to decorate my home. I am always an enthusiast when it comes to decorating. Will decorate anything and everything! 

Decorating with a budget. Total spent: $8! I am good!

Tassles! Tassles! Tassles! There can't be too much red and gold during Chinese New Year! 

So, my little "Chinese New Year" corner is complete! 

So, Happy Chinese New Year all! I hope you have the best time with family and loved ones during this season. May this year usher in many great things and adventures. I know mine will be a great one, especially when my God promises me that the best is yet to come. Hope you know He speaks that over you too.

xoxo,

SLG