My explanation to that ( cherry blossom ) is on the comment space... My apology for not putting... To be continued. Thanks for being around as always. God bless you.
Tango refers to the first "Day of the Horse." Since the kanji character of the horse and the number 5 are similar, and so it is being celebrated on the 5th of May. It was celebrated during the nara era (710-784). There are different celebrations during the tango no sekku such as the birth and good health of a young boy. Since the Edo period (1603-1867), due to the long years of wars and conflicts, the armor suit (YOROI) and helmet (KABUTO) has been a part of the festival decoration as a wish for the strength and vigorous body of every young boy. The family celebrates a boy's birth and wishes for sound growth to become a strong and excellent man. In other words, protected by yoroi and Kabuto, the family protects against a disaster and gives blessing in life, such as success in entrance examinations, finding a good job and getting married.
If the suit of an armor or helmet is being displayed inside the house for health and protection, the KOI NOBURI (carp -decorated streamer ) are being displayed outside the house. Carp have a very strong power for life, not only in clear water but also ponds and swamps. The old Chinese tradition says that the carp climbing up the rapid current and rising in a waterfall named Dragon's Gate turned into a dragon going to heaven (this story Is the origin of TORYUMON meaning gateway to success).
Therefore KOINOBORI are decorations wishing for the success in life of a child to be able to withstand any kind of environment and become a good person. There is another theory that when a boy was born, the family displayed the KOINOBORI as the symbol to let the Gods know about the childbirth in order for the Gods to protect him.
Hina Matsuri is being celebrated during March 3. This is called Momo no Sekku or 3gatsuJoushi. This is called Joushi since this day falls on the first " Serpent Day". From the ancient Chinese tradition, they practiced offering or putting a serpent as an offering to the gods for protection. This was first celebrated during the Heian era (798-1185). Because of the odd number involved, they believed that the power of energy of the said is very strong.
Why it called Momo no Sekku? It has been believed that Momo or peach, has the power to drive away evil spirits, or MAYOKE. Nowadays it is popularly called Momo no Sekku (Peach Festival) because this is the season that the peach flower is in bloom and suitable to celebrate Sekku. Since peach usually blooms during early springs, and it bears so much fruit, this started the practice of decorating peach or peach tree branches for longevity and happiness.
The word Hina refers to the practice of making small dolls. The practice of playing with small dolls (HINA ASOBI) is usually done during this season. Therefore setting out HINA NINGYO is a family's wish that the girl will grow soundly to be a healthy and caring woman. In other words, it is a family's warm wish that the HINA NINGYO will be a substitute in preventing disaster to the child, and to obtain happiness in life, such as getting married. The HINA NINGYO SHOULD be set out between the first day of spring in the traditional Japanese calendar (February 4) and the middle of February, and at the latter week before this Sekku. When considering the original meaning of sekku as a making event of the reason, once the Sekku is over, the HINA NINGYO SHOULD be put away at the earliest day with good and dry weather and by at the latest.
Good Evening out there then. Well, but of course! Certainly, the wine in B.C. and the wine today is not equivalent. But I am talking about the wine in general. Still it's a wine. But of course if you will compared it nor based it upon Centuries and put it on Religious matters... The subject will gonna be change. But I do thank you for sharing your very good informations too here; I'm gladly appreciated and respect it Sir Serendipity. Nice interactions. Have a goodnight sleep. Till then.
A pleasant day to you. Welcome to my blog my dear. And please to meet you. Thank you very much for appreciating my blog. Here,Cheers! For new friendship. See you around dear. Happy days ahead of you...
Hello Angel, Yes, thank you for the advised; if I had enough time and not in a hurry going to my office; I will take your advised dear. So, you had a smoother skin and clear face. Nice! I like pretty ladies and with good hygiene. Thanks again.
Welcome to my blog Sir. Happy to meet a new friend here; visiting my blog. You think so.... ? Cider will be good for me? Okey, no harm on it. I will try when summer comes here in my place. Still so cold here Sir. Thank you for nice offering. See you around again. Have a wonderful weekend.
Hahahaha! Thanks Angel for helping me with my memory. You change your profile picture that is why I don't recognized you. You had a very good sense of humor; I like that! Then, what should I say to you now.... Oh! Long time no communication then. Hehehe! Thanks my Angel for being around today. Until then; how's the forum atmosphere then? I been there only once nor twice....
Hi Angel, Welcome to my blog; and please to meet you. It's alright if you want it that way. I do respect your opinion my dear. Have a wonderful weekend then.
I'm glad you are around today. Living a long life is also depends to our self-discipline. We cannot depend by drinking wine alone. Besides, nobody will know how long we can live our life in this world. Only our Master (God) knew everything. It's good Sir Ed that you had an experienced of being a wine drinker...you can really tell the effect of it to our body. Thank you for participating today. I do appreciated it. Have a nice weekend.
Hello, nice having you around today. It's alright dear, your habit in drinking is your own choice. But if you really get used of it; you gonna really feel the advantage. But just drink moderately. Thank you for the visit. Have a great weekend too. Until then my dear. Blessed You.
@ Sir Guadal, A very pleasant day to you Sir. I think Sir, you do knew the chemistry of wine nor alcohol to our body stimulant. Possibly, the reaction of it to our body. Then I guess I don't need to explained it to you; because I do believed that you are one of the smart person here. Water, Yes! As I believed water is composed of Hydrogen two and Oxygen. We cannot live without water. Since our body system needs plenty of drinking water. It helps all the parts of our body. My concept about wine is not for the benefit of wine seller's Sir. Just a little of information to share. Thank you very much for being around.
@ Sir Cat..., Thank you very much Sir if my blog today gives a good Informations towards you. If you are really wants more... Please do make a research at web site about WINE... The advantages and disadvantages of it. No Sir, I don't work for any liquor company. Thank you very much for a good interactions. Until then.
Welcome to my blog. Pleased to see you around. Yes, Sir..... You better change your drinking habit. And noticed the change in you. Have a fine day! Thanks for participating.
Good day to you Sir. Yes, any kinds of wine even not branded; you can check on bottled label... How many percent alcohol it was contained. But don't get yourself drunk; make sure you can stand and talk normally Sir. Have a great and pleasant day!
Thank you very much for visiting my blog today. It was highly appreciated. I do respect your own point of view. Yes, not everybody drink beverages ... Likewise to you my dear friend; have a wonderful and great day with your loving family.
Thank you very much for visiting my blog today. It was highly appreciated. I do respect your own point of view. Yes, not everybody drink beverages ... Likewise to you my dear friend; have a wonderful and great day with your loving family.
Yes, this people so smart to choose wine .... Socially and at home. I myself drink every night; 2 glasses. Also it helps to warm me up coz it's so cold here still. Glad having you around; my honored too.
Good to share this affectionate blog. Really, here in the country we are living in.... There's so many independent elderly living alone nor just the two of them (husband & wife). But as we really knew, the Japanese government really supported this Elderly people rather than the Young Teenagers... Their living is not in vain; although it was really lonely. But they used to it... And life goes on for them. Japanese people are considered one who has brave heart anyway.
Yes, in some countries, the most active in politics are women; let say Governador, Mayor, Commissioner etc.... But not for Presidential position at present time...because of Economic Crisis. Glad of having you around at this point of time.
How are you my Dear; I hope you are fine and fully relaxed now. Are you in vacation right now? Don't overload yourself with unnecessary things that could only stressed you. Do what you want; we are born free to followed our heart. Be the best of whatever you are. Everybody will be waiting for you to come back soon here with us. Always remember that we loved you! In behalf of CS members.....
You are so kind in sharing what you knew. As I can sense that you had a wide adventures in your life; and you knew so much things; as I can read most of your blogs too. I can say, it's very interesting. You reach your age now with no regrets at all; because of your so much experiences in life. I was really impressed with your achievements in life Sir. Thank you for being with me today Sir; it is very much highly appreciated. And thank you also for liking our Japanese movies and actor. Yes, you are perfectly right; there is no great movies now. The old movies and songs are really the best and great!
@ Del, Yeah! I guess so... Unfortunately I missed watching that film. Perhaps the Japanese old movie? I am not watching any Japanese film. I prepared to watch English movies sir. Since I do think it is too much for me to engaged myself more in Japanese... Just for a change and broaden my ideas... Thank you for patronizing our film. I do appreciated it.
Hello Sir Delatude, A pleasant day to you. The Japanese women is very much different internationally. The typical Japanese women has a very long indurance and patients; they always act according to our cultured and traditions. Comfortable role is a different view as I can say. Japanese women are very deep in their emotions and feelings, as in very invisible. The way they moves and talks....they never show what is their inner side; even in works. But, they really do their assigned tasked and responsibility with honor and pride.
In our life... We are always receiving Amazing Graces. Thank you very much, we need the Holy Spirit comes upon us. Great blog for the nourishment of Spirit. Peace be with you my sister in Christ!
From 1960 to the early 1970s the influx of married women workers accounted for almost half of the increase in the total labor force, and working wives were staying on their jobs longer before starting families. The number of elderly working also increased markedly. Despite their increased presence in the work force, most women still have primary responsibity for housework and family care. In the late 1970s men with an employed wife spent only about 1.4 hours a week more on household tasks than those whose wife was a full-time homemaker.
Just for Informations and Birds eye-viewed.... Thanks for those who read it. Have a great day!
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Hello Sir Parti,My explanation to that ( cherry blossom ) is on the comment space... My apology for not putting... To be continued.
Thanks for being around as always. God bless you.
Yours,
Crystal