I almost forgot (again... yeah, I need to put these things into my Visor)... Happy Boy's Day!
May brings the reminder that in Japan, as in the United States, one of a nation's greatest assets is her children. May 5 is "Children's Day" in Japan, the day to stress the importance of respecting the character of children and promoting their health and happiness. It is also the day for children to express their gratitude for the tender love and care they receive from their parents.
it is tradition to hang koi-nobori (carp streamers) and buy samurai dolls on this day. Well, along with eating mochi, of course. ;) pillwatch.com
The day is traditionally known as Boy's Day in Japan, although as of late, is is known as "Childrens Day". Call it what you want... have a good one!
(thanks to MeFi for reminding me, heh)
Its also cinco de mayo. Break out the tequila and shoot one down with salt and a lemon slice.
transmitted by netpanday on May 5, 2003 05:09 PMboy's day is also cinco de mayo.
NICE.
So what do you feel is the greatest obstruction to children realizing their full potential in the United States? Secondly, what characteristics make parents at this turn of history so utterly inept at appropriately raising children?
transmitted by BullAwk on May 5, 2003 09:04 PMlemon slice? hmm. but lime is so ... er ... divine!
of course, i was recently in a fairly "authentic" Mexican joint and asked for a slice of lime for my Corona. they gave me a lemon. as if the two were interchangable! *sniff* but then maybe they are ...
transmitted by eric on May 5, 2003 11:25 PM