Happy New Year!

If your calendar year got off to a rough start, I invite you to begin again. The Lunar, or Chinese, New Year began Friday evening. The celebration continues for an entire week.

https://chinesenewyear2020.org/facts/

Unfortunately, this year, the corona virus has caused the cancellation of the large gatherings in China usually associated with the holiday. https://www.nbcnews.com/news/world/new-year-celebrations-muted-china-coronavirus-spreads-4-continents-n1122736 On the other hand, the holiday has been extended in some areas due to factory closings.

I hope my Chinese coworkers stay safe and healthy during this trying time. On the lighter side: https://www.vice.com/en_asia/article/m7qb7a/coronavirus-chinese-netizens-share-entertainment-stuck-home-bored