Selamat Hari Imlek. Gong Xi Fa Cai.

Updated Gong Xi Fa Cai in Jakarta-2

That's how they say it in Indonesia. It was another first for the Gan family this CNY when we spent it outside the country, in Jakarta. Last year we broke tradition when we had our reunion dinner, not with our immediate extended Gan family but with our Godmas and Godma Ann's parents, Nigel & Peggy. It was also our first CNY without Jon's physical presence. The only constant this year was the ever comforting presence of Godmas Ann & Hanim. It was at their posh apartment in uptown Jakarta that we spent this CNY of the Rat. And what a holiday it was! Everybody's needs were catered to and everybody was sad to leave at the end of the week. Reunion dinner was special as the coming together and bonding gave all of us a sense of belonging and of being loved. As usual, Ann & Hanim choreographed the visit/holiday right down to the last detail. More later... For now, Happy Chinese New Year Everyone & Gong Xi Fa Cai.