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Re: Red Eggs and Ginger - a tradition that lives on?
Patrick: For what it may be worth, I'm forwarding this request for
information. Judy
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From: Roger Smith [mailto:jollyroger@WAVE.CO.NZ]
Sent: Saturday, December 09, 2000 3:43 PM
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Subject: Red Eggs and Ginger - a tradition that lives on?
Our neighbours in a nearby mews development celebrated the recent arrival
of their latest child with a party.
This prompted my Chinese wife to recount a tradition that many Chinese
families have, of sending out red-dyed boiled eggs and preserved ginger in a
bundle; this acts as an announcement & invitation to meet the new family
member and make a gift for the child.
I couldn't help thinking of the parallels between this and a traditional
English Christening ceremony where invitations are issued (quite apart from
the religious overtones) and gifts are given.
As a I have a natural interest in these customs (which most regrettably are
often fast disappearing) I would be interested in hearing from Chinese
friends and colleagues as to the meaning and observance of the Red Eggs &
Ginger tradition? Is it still widely observed?
Also there may be other cultures that have a similar custom?
if you have anything to share on this subject perhaps you would be kind
enough to email me on the subject? redeggs@globalmuseum.org
With thanks
Roger
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