there is nothing quite like chinese new year, the festive spirit never dampens everytime. sure there are plenty of things to complain about like long stoning days in malaysia, dirty kitchens, bad tempers; but there are always tons of PEOPLE to meet, absolute relaxation, FOOD FOOD FOOD. this year my sister and i polished off a tub of pineapple tarts and a full tub of cornflake-cookies within an hour of reaching my granny's place!