In this golden autumn season, we celebrate the annual Chongyang Festival. For the Chinese community, Chongyang is not only a day for hiking and enjoying the fall scenery, but also a solemn time for honoring ancestors and remembering loved ones who have passed. On this day, families gather to pay tribute, reflecting on those who came before, with both solemnity and heartfelt memories.
A Solemn Memorial Ceremony
The memorial ceremony began at 11:00 AM. Participants, each holding a white chrysanthemum symbolizing respect, stood in solemn tribute before the graves of their ancestors. As the music played softly, people stepped forward in silence, placing the flowers gently on the graves and expressing their love and remembrance in quiet reflection. The incense smoke drifted up in the autumn breeze, as though carrying everyone's emotions to the sky. In that moment, individual sorrows were transformed into a shared atmosphere of warmth, enveloping everyone in a collective embrace of memory and family.
Informative Seminar and Warm Lunch
After the ceremony, participants moved to the Royal Manor for a special luncheon. Before the meal, a professional lawyer gave an informative seminar on will preparation. Using accessible language, the legal expert provided valuable advice on how to create a will and protect family assets, offering each participant practical knowledge along with the comfort of family legacy.
The luncheon itself was a heartwarming event, as families gathered to enjoy a delicious meal and share stories of past Chongyang Festivals. In the midst of the laughter and camaraderie, a cash gift card raffle added a note of excitement and joy to the gathering.
Thoughtful Services to Extend the Care
To ensure that every senior and family member could participate in peace, the event organizers arranged a free shuttle bus service. Families from distant locations or with seniors who required assistance were able to make reservations for this convenient transportation. Many senior families came to enjoy this thoughtful arrangement, making the Chongyang Festival even more special and memorable.
The Meaning of Chongyang
This year’s Chongyang Festival was more than a memorial service; it was also a heartfelt family gathering. On this day of remembrance, we revisited memories of our loved ones, cherished the value of life, and reinforced our shared belief in honoring the elderly and caring for each other. Chongyang Festival, as a traditional holiday, is not only a time for reflection but also a day to strengthen family bonds and carry forward the warmth of tradition.
Through this event, we came together to honor the past with the deepest respect and look forward to the future with heartfelt blessings. May this spirit of warmth and connection continue on each Chongyang Festival, deepening our family ties and helping us find a sense of belonging and happiness through our cultural heritage.
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