2026 Mid Autumn Festival in Malaysia, Penang -2026年 マレーシア・ペナンの中秋節

 This is (25th September 2026) Mid Autumn Festival time of the year...Time do fly fast is relative to each person.

Wishing a blessing and many happiness to come and stay with good health (very important when we age).

今は中秋節の時期(2026年9月25日)ですね。月日の流れを速いと感じるかどうかは、人それぞれです。

健やかな日々とともに、多くの祝福と幸せが訪れ、末永く続きますようお祈り申し上げます(年齢を重ねるにつれ、健康は何よりも大切ですから)。








Port over from 30th September 2023 .

Did you know, Winter Solstice / Dongzhi Festival is deemed more important and auspicious than the Lunar Chinese New Year because in Ancient China, the winters were treacherous and hard and often unforgiving. 

At the end of Autumn where all the yearly crops were stored to withstand this uncertain season when no one was able to farm their fields or tend to their crops and animals anymore on a daily basis, the older ones were seen to be more vulnerable and most were more susceptible to death and often felt weary, wondering if they would live to see the coming spring. 

For some, it would be their last year, but for most, they can only hope ... 
So at Winter Solstice, the onset of the first night of winter, where the days are shorter and the nights terribly long, families gather, grinding rice they have to make flour for Tong Yuen to symbolize a full circle of life and to celebrate one more year added to the lives of everyone, especially the elderly. 
Thus the belief that everyone was a year older than yesterday's autumn.

The significance of tong yuen is the binding of flour and water, family and strong tradition. The moulding with the hands of everyone in the family, old and young to shape round balls of togetherness and the syrup a sweet end to their year long hardships. A time well spent as a whole family.
It was never a religious celebration but rather a traditional one, one filled with love and hope, with grand food for everyone. A sort of  celebration to mark the beginning or perhaps an end, a time of heed, a time for reflection and contemplation. 

Then after the celebrations, they wait and listen for the coming of Spring.

Happy Winter Solstice everyone, may you always be surrounded by people who matter most, who would weather the coldest winters with you and stick by you no matter what.

2023年9月30日からの転載記事です。

冬至(中国語で「冬至/Dongzhi」)が、旧正月(春節)よりも重要で縁起の良い日とされていることをご存知でしょうか?かつての中国では、冬は過酷で厳しく、容赦のない季節だったからです。

秋の終わり、作物の収穫を終えて蓄えを確保すると、農作業や家畜の世話ができない不確かな季節が訪れます。高齢者にとっては特に厳しい時期であり、死の危険にさらされやすく、無事に春を迎えられるだろうかと不安や疲労を感じることも多かったのです。

中にはその年が人生の最後となる人もいましたが、多くの人はただ希望を抱いていました……。
だからこそ、冬の夜が始まり、昼が短く夜がひどく長くなる冬至には、家族が集まります。彼らは米を挽いて粉にし、「湯円(タンユエン)」を作ります。これは「円満な人生の巡り」を象徴し、全員が、特に高齢者が無事に一年を重ねられたことを祝うためです。
こうして、昨年の秋よりも皆が一つ年を重ねたのだという実感が生まれるのです。

湯円が持つ意味は、粉と水、そして家族と伝統の「結びつき」にあります。老若男女を問わず家族全員の手で丸い団子を作り、団結を形にします。そして甘いシロップは、一年間の苦労を甘く締めくくるものです。家族全員で過ごす、素晴らしいひとときです。
これは宗教的な行事ではなく、愛と希望に満ちた伝統行事であり、皆で豪華な食事を囲むお祝いでした。始まりを告げる祝祭であり、あるいは終わりの時でもあり、心を引き締め、これまでの日々を振り返り、思いを巡らせる時間でもあったのです。

そしてお祝いの後は、春の訪れを待ち、その気配に耳を澄ませるのです。

皆さん、冬至おめでとうございます。どんなに厳しい冬でも共に乗り越え、何があってもそばにいてくれる、あなたにとって最も大切な人たちにいつも囲まれていますように。

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Laser engraving image challenges (test phase) - レーザー刻印画像の課題(テスト段階)

 Have friend would like to try out engaving image of thier "SNOPPY" on their phone casing (Not sure of the material setting and fine tuning required some skill, expereince/ techniques) 


comparing display against actual output..the outline is not the same. Need to understand the cuase for mismatch.

Encounter the engraving image does not produce the expected result. Hence edit the iamge using GMIP sotware and retry engraving.
Encounter a plastic base decal label and difficities to engrave logo,

Sample of result test:-Engraving material plastic label
Tuesday, September 15⋅12:53 – 1:24pm
Plastic label ( offset up toward right ) Power set to 6 and speed to 6.000 ** too faint Now power = 20 speed same too faint Now power = 50 speed same too faint Now power = 50 and speed to 2 too faint Now power! 100 and speed to 2 too faint Select PLASTIC, copper plated cct bd. Power =30, speed = 6.000- OK but still faint

Still use own experience ,skill, past material and trail run on paper stage. After using the paper material and if it produce acceptable result then can proceed to the actual material, keep finger cross

Have another "Snoppy" image to test as the previous image the outline is not clear at certain location ( even after editing the line)





And thank you so much for your time and interest!

そして、お時間をいただき、関心をお寄せいただき、誠にありがとうございます!

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Repair rice cooker -修理电饭煲 - 炊飯器を修理する

 Was given a small rice cooker HANABISHI model HA1330, with problem cannot turn.

Found this unit is due to power cord is defective (discover both wire live and neutral is OPEN)




How to disammble, three screws only (all found the bottom)

the bottom base is a screw (very tight and easy to get strip off play attention)

Both of the screws are at the handle area




 




 


This screw (bottom) is special with plastic stand off, the other two screws is for the handle.







The tight space and short wiring is challenging to trace and draw.

And thank you so much for your time and interest!

そして、お時間をいただき、関心をお寄せいただき、誠にありがとうございます!



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Dragon boat festival

 The festival event for dragon boat event













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Everbody Birthday -

 Yesterday is about everybody birthday event.

























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Chinese New Year of the Fire Horse - 火の馬の中国の旧正月

 


The 2026 Chinese New Year falls on February 17, 2026, marking the beginning of the Year of the Fire Horse. This lunar year lasts until February 5, 2027, and is symbolized by the Horse (午), specifically associated with the Fire element.


Key 2026 Zodiac Details  - 2026年の干支の重要な詳細

  • Sign: Horse (午 - Wǔ)       - Sign: Horse (午 - Wǔ)
  • Element: Fire (火 - Huǒ)   - Element: Fire (火 - Huǒ)



May the auspicious lunar new year bring forth endless blessings, success, and familial unity. Selamat Tahun Baru Cina!

 

𝑴𝒂𝒚 𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒓𝒚𝒐𝒏𝒆 𝒃𝒆 𝒃𝒍𝒆𝒔𝒔𝒆𝒅 𝒘𝒊𝒕𝒉 𝒔𝒂𝒇𝒆𝒕𝒚, 𝒈𝒐𝒐𝒅 𝒉𝒆𝒂𝒍𝒕𝒉, 𝒉𝒂𝒑𝒑𝒊𝒏𝒆𝒔𝒔, 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒇𝒖𝒍𝒇𝒊𝒍𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕 𝒐𝒇 𝒕𝒉𝒆𝒊𝒓 𝒂𝒔𝒑𝒊𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒔.

𝗦𝗲𝗹𝗮𝗺𝗮𝘁 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘆𝗮𝗺𝗯𝘂𝘁 𝗧𝗮𝗵𝘂𝗻 𝗕𝗮𝗵𝗮𝗿𝘂 𝗖𝗶𝗻𝗮 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲

 

Semoga kehadiran Tahun Kuda membawa kesejahteraan, kemakmuran dan kejayaan kepada seluruh rakyat Malaysia, khususnya masyarakat Tionghoa.

 

Marilah kita terus memperkukuh perpaduan, semangat hormat-menghormati dan keharmonian dalam kepelbagaian yang menjadi kekuatan negara.

 

𝗚𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗫𝗶 𝗙𝗮 𝗖𝗮𝗶!




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The Meaning of Red Tassels in Chinese Culture , 17th February 2026

History of Simple Things

671  views                          17 Feb 2026        (9:13 minutes)                  

#HistoryofSimpleThings #ChineseCulture #CuriousMinds

You’ve seen them hanging from coins, knots, and pendants for centuries… bright red tassels swaying gently beneath Chinese charms. But why red? Is it just decoration, or does that color carry something deeper? Behind those silk threads lies a story woven through mythology, language, ancient cosmology, and everyday belief. From protection against unseen forces to symbols of luck, longevity, and destiny, the red tassel is anything but random. In this episode, we unravel the meaning behind one of the most recognizable details in Chinese culture and discover how something so simple came to hold so much power. Happy Chinese New Year to our Viewers around the World!

#HistoryofSimpleThings #ChineseCulture #CuriousMinds #RedTassel #China


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Why Are Red and Gold the Colors of Chinese New Year? | 1.1 , 14th February 2026
 
History of Simple Things
19,949 views 14 Feb 2026 (8:01 minutes) #ChineseNewYear #LunarNewYear #GoldAndRed
Why are gold and red so iconic during Chinese New Year? In this video, we uncover the fascinating history, mythology, and cultural symbolism behind these vibrant colors. From warding off mythical beasts to repre-senting wealth and happiness, gold and red have been at the heart of Lunar New Year traditions for centuries. Learn how these colors bring luck, prosperity, and joy to celebrations worldwide. 
Timestamps: 
0:00 - Introduction 
0:37- The Symbolism of Red 
1:00 - The Myth of Nian and Red\u2019s Protective Power 
1:33 - Red Envelopes: A Tradition of Luck 
2:00 - The Significance of Gold in Chinese Culture 
2:47 - Decorations: Red and Gold Everywhere 
4:06 - The Historical Context of These Colors 
4:56 - Modern-Day Adaptations of Red and Gold 
5:44 - The Psychology of Colors: Why They Work 
6:13 - Global Influence of Red and Gold in Lunar New Year 
6:52 - Closing Thoughts
 #ChineseNewYear #LunarNewYear #GoldAndRed #ChineseCulture #ChineseTraditions #ColorSymbolism #RedEnvelopes #Mythology #FestiveColors #NewYearCelebration #HistoryOfSimpleThings



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Chinese New Year Eve greeting - 旧正月の挨拶

 Today is our Chinese New Year Eve or family reunion dinner.

今日は私たちの旧正月の大晦日、つまり家族の再会ディナーです。







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2026 Mid Autumn Festival in Malaysia, Penang -2026年 マレーシア・ペナンの中秋節

 This is (25th September 2026) Mid Autumn Festival time of the year...Time do fly fast is relative to each person. Wishing a blessing and ma...