Hello!

This month is a very special month. It is February! This month is named after the latin "februum", which means purification. This is the shortest of all months and has an extra day every leap year.

Despite this, February is still important to me.

Today is 元宵节, known as the Chinese Lantern Fastival.

The 15th day of the first lunar month is the Chinese Lantern Festival. The 15th day is the first night to see a full moon. According to the Chinese tradition, at the very beginning of a new year, when there is a bright full moon in the sky, there should be thousands of colorful lanterns hung out for people to appreciate. At this time, people will try to solve the puzzles on the lanterns and eat 元宵 , or glutinous rice balls and get all their families united in the joyful atmosphere.

Happy Chinese Lantern Festival, and happy Lunar New Year.

On to other facts about "Fantastic February", on the second day in United States and Canada, it is Groundhog Day. According to folklore, if a groundhog emerges from the ground, and does not see its shadow, it will leave its burrow, meaning that winter will end shortly. However, if it does see its shadow, it will hide back into its burrow, sadly meaning that winter should end in approximately 6 weeks. I feel that using this idea of groundhogs to predict the coming of spring is very innovative, but it could be inaccurate as there is no scientific proof that groundhogs really could tell the changing of seasons. Still, it is a fun event and if it were held in Singapore, I would really love to see a groundhog.

Meanwhile, I only have this picture of a groundhog.



Another "Fun Feb Fact" is that every four years, Febuary has 29 days. Which means the Earth takes 365 and one quarter days to revolve round the Earth. I bet you did not know that! Also, years that are not divisible by 400 (e.g. 1700, 1900), will not be a leap year. Another point is I myself know someone who is born on this special day. He was born in year 1996, and celebrates his birthday on the 28th. Think about it, it would sound awkward to consider him 3 years old today!

Finally, the "'Fav' of Feb" is none other than the 14th of Febuary, Valentine's Day. It is celebrated mostly by Westerners, who present gifts and cards to their lovers, showing their appreciation towards them. This day is so popular, about one billion of valentines are sent every year!

Valentine's Day to me is something more. You show how much you care and love someone. I am not directly applying to a love relationship. I would also think that we should show our concern to our family and friends, as they themselves deserve something too. That is in the spirit of Valentine's Day. So, please do not forget to present something to everyone you know. Every thought counts. It does not matter if you give a small card, or a box of chocolates, or a dozen roses. I am sure anyone who recieves gifts from you will be elated.

Valentine's Day is in 5 days. However, do not simply show love and care on that day. This day should be reflected upon everyone and they should learn to show appreciation to everyone, every day.

Finally, here's a video on Valentine's Day by Stuart. Stuart is a production by Mad TV, similar to Miss Swan. Therefore, if you enjoyed my previous video, you will surely love this!

Stuart's Valentine's Day

Happy Groundhog Day, Leap Year and Valentine's Day!

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Puppy Love
Left: Neighbour's dog, Cookie
Right: My dog, Lie-En