Frank Lloyd Wright once said, "The truth is more important than the facts." When thoughts are expressed verbally, they become opinions. And when opinions are reiterated, they slowly become factual. When I have negative thoughts about some things, the more I tell someone about it, the more I feel negative about it. Analysis gets loud, judgements are justified. Yes, that someone will slowly agree with me and develop those negative impressions as well. I live by my principles, I seek the ideals. They form the facts in my eyes. Why am I deceiving myself? I speak for myself and myself only. Don't let my facts blind me from the truth and my happiness.
The delivery of dowry ( 送嫁妆 ) is another important custom. It represents parent's effort for her daughter to have a good life after marriage and prepare her with the necessities for being a good wife. I am amazed by some of the things included in the dowry. Of course, in our modern living, we will not be using some of those things... Nevertheless, I think it is all good to have them, as each item carries a good meaning for our blissful marriage. :-)
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