Sunday, March 1, 2015

Ladybugs, Lanterns and Pinatas

I have decided to call my blog Ladybugs, Lanterns and Piñatas. 

Ladybugs remind me of childhood summers spent with my grandpa and they are also considered good luck within the adoption community. 

Lanterns are symbolic of the Chinese culture, a culture that belongs to my oldest daughter. 

Piñatas are symbolic of the Mexican culture, a culture that belongs to my youngest daughter. 

The piñata is associated with the Latin culture.  Yet, historians point to Asia, specifically China, as the original point of origin.  It is surmised that upon visiting China, Marco Polo witnessed the Chinese creating colorful figures of animals covered in paper that were strung up with harnesses. These figures were used for celebrations such as the Chinese New Year.  




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