2008, Memorable China!

2008, Memorable China!
Dec 29, 2008 21:37
LEONARDO Points: Join Date: May 21, 2007 Status: offline	2009 is in the air! Happy New Year! Looking back upon the dribs and drabs of the passing year, what is the most memorable thing on your mind? Do you have anything memorable related to China? As a Chinese national, I feel that 2008 is a memorable year for China. I still have the reminiscence of the incidents, (both catastrophes and blessings). In 2008, the Snow Havoc across the Southern China, “May 12th Wenchuan Earthquake”, “2008 Olympic Games”, all these big names have left their marks on the almanac of China 2008. Especially, the 8.0-magnitude Earthquake jolted Wenchuan on May 12th brought the whole nation into tears. Countless altruistic deeds moved us into tears. For the first time in my life, I have felt that this nation is still a land of promise, which is blessed with so many kind-hearted and conscientious countrymen. The magnificent Beijing Olympic Games realized Chinese’ century-old dream, and demonstrated the splendid Chinese culture of 5,000 years to the rest of the world. The gorgeous opening ceremony presented a panoramic view of China, its people, culture, and its dramatic change in decades. To sum up, 2008, Memorable China! What are the most memorable things for you? Are they related to China? New Year is coming! Happy New Year!

Dec 29, 2008 21:37

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2009 is in the air! Happy New Year!

Looking back upon the dribs and drabs of the passing year, what is the most memorable thing on your mind? Do you have anything memorable related to China? As a Chinese national, I feel that 2008 is a memorable year for China. I still have the reminiscence of the incidents, (both catastrophes and blessings). In 2008, the Snow Havoc across the Southern China, “May 12th Wenchuan Earthquake”, “2008 Olympic Games”, all these big names have left their marks on the almanac of China 2008. Especially, the 8.0-magnitude Earthquake jolted Wenchuan on May 12th brought the whole nation into tears. Countless altruistic deeds moved us into tears. For the first time in my life, I have felt that this nation is still a land of promise, which is blessed with so many kind-hearted and conscientious countrymen. The magnificent Beijing Olympic Games realized Chinese’ century-old dream, and demonstrated the splendid Chinese culture of 5,000 years to the rest of the world. The gorgeous opening ceremony presented a panoramic view of China, its people, culture, and its dramatic change in decades. To sum up, 2008, Memorable China! What are the most memorable things for you? Are they related to China? New Year is coming! Happy New Year!

Dec 30, 2008 03:28	#1
WESTNORWOODGAS Points: Join Date: Jun 22, 2007 Status: Offline	My answer is obvious going to China and getting married to my darling wife Jing. 1st anniversary on January 17th Alan

Dec 30, 2008 04:24	#2
JABAROOTOO Points: Join Date: Jul 4, 2005 Status: Offline	May 12th will be the most significant memory for me.

Dec 30, 2008 05:09	#3
WESTNORWOODGAS Points: Join Date: Jun 22, 2007 Status: Offline	May 12th will be the most significant memory for me. Yes for many I suppose May 12th was the most significant memory,at least you are still with us Jabar, Alan

Dec 30, 2008 05:36	#4
CARLOS Points: Join Date: Sep 10, 2007 Status: Offline	Yes, I think 2008 has been a year of China, in many ways, good and bad. To me, June 1st is the day. It is the day my wife landed on Helsinki airport and long waiting was over. Carlos

Dec 30, 2008 06:20	#5
CARLOS Points: Join Date: Sep 10, 2007 Status: Offline	Oh, and happy New Year to all. May 2009 be the year you start living family life again, Alan. Carlos

Dec 31, 2008 03:49	#6
WESTNORWOODGAS Points: Join Date: Jun 22, 2007 Status: Offline	Thanks Carlos, I hope you are right, I miss Jing very much and I know she feels the same. Happy New Year to all my friends and guests here. Alan

Jan 7, 2009 05:05	#7
GUESTANG	UNFORGETTABLE 2008 - the year marks the Greatest Olympic Show in the history of the games - and we have CHINA to thank for it. Wishing the Peoples Republic of China and all Chinese People, "A Very Joyous and Harmonious Year of The Oxen 2009". May China continue on the path to greatest and may the world benefit from the greatness of the Chinese people. Peace & Love always to you.

Jan 8, 2009 03:37	#8
SUNNYDREAM Points: Join Date: Jun 11, 2007 Status: Offline	The May 12th Earthquake is most painful memory. I hope 2009 is lucky year for China. I don't believe "8" is a lucky number any more.

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