I have selected just 5 pictures out of over 60 pictures of an old couple, taken by their son in 1974 and which were shown in US in 1998 and won highest award in Mankind Contribution category. A classic example of a traditionally arranged marriage, which remained loving till the end. I believe it was due to the focus on 'till death do us part' without the distractions of our modern world, which made it work.
'In accordance with our village culture, my parents slept with legs touching each other.'
I used to wonder why the old Chinese beds were almost squarish rather than the usual rectangular, now I know why! Now we know the origin of 'playing footsie'!
There were scenes which are endearing because they never seem to change!
'Higher...higher... a bit higher. Did you year?' Even my son enjoys this bit!
Preparing for Chinese New Year feast... this remains till today!
Anxiously waiting for son's return...probably waited a few hours already!
Giving advice to grandchild leaving for further studies!
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'In accordance with our village culture, my parents slept with legs touching each other.'
Anxiously waiting for son's return...probably waited a few hours already!
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