I bid goodbye to the year of the OX with my maternal cousins and family instead. I won't be going CNY visiting like the usual. I dreaded waking up really early just to avoid the terrible traffic jams across the causeway for the past few CNY! I welcome the change but at the same time, I wonder if this is really what Papa compromised for.
As I mentioned in an earlier entry, we'd BBQ instead for our reunion dinner. In the sunny late noon, the younger cousins happily played with kites. The strong sea breeze swept the kites off the ground to greater heights. Papa jokingly warned them that the highest flying kite may hit a plane! The sky looked lovely decorated with kites of various colours and sizes. Lazing around on mats was undoubtedly enjoyable although many of us got sun-burnt. I got irritable waiting for the 'full attendance' to have the birthday cake cutting session.
As the sun sets, we got our BBQ started. Very soon, I realise I was BBQ-ing the fresh seafood (courtesy of Papa of cos.) under the stars! I miss seeing that many stars. Being occupied with the BBQ, I didn't manage to capture the moments in my camera. I did not camp overnight with the rest of my family. I thank God for the good food and lovely evening. Happy CNY and Happy Valentine's to all!
