Monday, April 07, 2008

Yesterday morning was spent sweeping tombs.

For (i think) 3 years consecutively, i have been sweeping the tomb of my great-grandfather, my great-grandmother and my grandfather respectively. Seriously, up to now, i don't know what is the place where they are buried called.

But i am glad that at least next year, i am still sweeping their tomb and not visiting their ash urn.

Sweeping tomb may be very boring, especially when you have to climb slopes and fight off mosquitoes. But sweeping tomb to the Chinese is a very important custom. Paying respect and remembering your ancestors is a very important thing as you appreciate and thank for who you are now.

I am glad i went.

Though i don't know why.