We're not Chinese, but in honor of Chinese New Year on the 14th, my mom gave us a very meaningful hand painted banner to place above our bedroom door. Chinese people believe they can attract Good Fortune and avert misfortune into by speaking "lucky" words and surrounding themselves with "lucky" objects. Lucky pictures and patterns are pasted on doors, windows and walls the of home to bring good luck and ward off misfortune.
The sentiment of the message she gave us was perfect and every time I head in to our bedroom, I can't help but glance up at the red banner and think of our wish. Although I'm not typically a superstitious person, this process has made me desperate for help from any and all powers that be. We need all the luck, prayers, wishes, and hope we can get.
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