I can't wait to go to Korea. The sooner the better. However, I can't imagine the sadness that the foster family will feel when that day comes for them to say good bye. It would be nice for them to have her for Children's Day. The meaning of this day is so symbolic of what all foster families do for our kids. What a blessing it would be to be there for that day.
Children's Day (orini nal) is a South Korean national holiday celebrated on May 5. It was founded by the Korean children's writer Pang Chong-hwan in 1923 as a way to instill in the children a sense of independence and national pride. Children's Day highlights the dignity of children and their need for love, care, and respect. It is also a day to honor adults that have contributed to improving the lives of children.
Children of all ages are celebrated during Children's Day and the entire community is involved in the festivity. Many cities have parades and public activities and museums, zoos, amusement parks, and movie theaters offer free admission to children. Traditional games, such as yut are played. Gifts are given to children from their parents and from stores that the children visit during Children's Day.
Tae kwon do demonstrations are often part of the Children's Day activities. Tae kwon do is a form of self defense that originated in Korea more than two thousand years ago and is a commonly taught martial art in the United States. It involves more sharp, quick kicking than the Japanese style karate, and was showcased for the world in the 1988 Summer Olympics in Seoul. Tae kwon do is both a physical and mental discipline. Students studying tae kwon do often will practice more than an hour each day.
Traditional foods are an important part of every Korean celebration. Rice is eaten with all meals in Korea. Kimchi, which is pickled cabbage and strong spices and pulgolgi, which is thinly sliced broiled beef that is eaten with spicy sauces are a large part of the Korean diet. Fish, shellfish, seaweed, and other products of the ocean are prepared in many different ways to serve on Korean tables.
"Two different lives, Shaped to make yours one....... One became your guiding star, The other became your sun...... The first gave you life, And the second taught you how to live it........ The first gave you a need for love, And the second was there to give it." --MOTHER'S BRIDGE
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To my lovebug: I can feel your happiness from 1,000 miles away on this beautiful Easter Day.
"Children's Day" must be a joyous day to honor their children. You gave us a wonderful, detailed insight into their culture. Have a peaceful day, keep the faith, and keep climbing that wall.
I REALLY hope that you will get to experience Children's Day WITH Aspen. How fun would THAT be!?
Great facts about Children's Day. LOVED IT! Thanks for sharing. I am so excited for you to finally be on your way soon!
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