Love, Energy, Audacity and Proof.-S. Farber

2008-09-13

Moonlight of the Full Moon

When the moon is full, its bright light transports a sense of peace, unity, harmony and intimacy to us. Tomorrow is a big day for the traditional Chinese. It's Zhongqiujie, the Mid-Autumn Festival, according to the lunar calendar. On this day, those who are away from home shall return home and unite with their family. When the evening arrives, the moon is bright and full like a round jady plate. The family would place a table in their garden, and fruits and dishes would be served. Mooncakes are indispensable. The scene is fantastic with the family, the dishes, the moonlight, the moon, the night sky and the amiable air. Chinese love this day because we are family-oriented. Adults work hard to raise the family and children are raised to honor the family. Ps.
Interestingly, YUEGUANG, 'moonlight' in Chinese, also means that the salary is spent in the month without any left for deposit. And 'moonlight' in English is also used to mean to work at another job, often at night, in addition to one's full-time job.