Since folks have asked us about Christmas, both our friends back home and our students here, we decided to take this picture.
Christmas is an interesting phenomena here. It seems to be going through secularization?globalization? and why not? It is the free-market’s dream come true. Give because you love someone. Give because you can show how much you can spend. Give to show the value of your love. Give because it helps our economy. Give because it provides jobs. Bigger is better. More is better. You’ve got to hand it to capitalization, they can spread “Christianity” faster than some other proselytizing sects (or at least the concept of Christmas!)
The shot is from Shanghai on the 24th of the Buddhist Temple and City Plaza Christmas lights.
Hi Mara,
Wow! The photos are wonderful–clear and interesting. I have good news. I will begin my new position as a media specialist on Jan 5 at Floyd Middle School. I am so grateful for being able to begin. I am going to put your webpage on my favorites list so I may be able to see China through your eyes. Take care and may God bless you. Amen
Karen