There are many legends associated with the zodiac dragon, the mightiest of all the zodiac mythical creatures. Dragons have long been associated with Chinese history and culture, where they are the symbols of good fortune and auspicious power. The classic dragon has the head of an ox, adeer’s antlers, the mane of a horse, the body of a snake, the claws of an eagle and the tail of a fish.
When asked to think about food, its impact in our lives and our relationship with it, most of us will consider food as a means to satisfy our needs, to keep our bodies functioning and to bring pleasure to our lives. Food serves those purposes, but for many, its power goes beyond our basic needs.
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Today at lunch with a good friend, we shared stories about being the beneficiaries of kindness from people in Taiwan and how these individuals just seemed to “pop up” into our lives at the right moment. Often times, they were complete strangers wanting to be nice and do the right thing for someone in need.
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In Asia, there is a cultural Buddhist and Taoist tradition, which has been observed since ancient times; one that many respectfully fear… it is the month when the gates of Hades are open and ghosts, including those of deceased ancestors leave the lower realms to visit the living on earth. According to the Chinese lunar
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There is something about a good story that makes people perk up and listen. Living in Taiwan, we certainly hear a great many stories, fables and proverbs. The Dragon Boat Festival (端午節; duanwujie) is held on the fifth day of the fifth month of the Chinese lunar calendar (which usually falls in June). The position
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An old Chinese legend recounts the tale of a man by the name of Liang Ping-lin, who kept failing to pass the Imperial Examination (a prerequisite to government service) which would surely lead to a life of honor and privilege. Despondent, desperate and feeling victimized, Liang went to a local temple to pray to Hsien
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