China
People in quake-hit area celebrate "Xiaonian"
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Source: CCTV.com | 01-19-2009 08:39
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In spite of the difficult conditions they've been living in after the May 12th earthquake, people in Dujiangyan city in southwest China's Sichuan province also managed to celebrate Xiaonian.
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| people have been through a lot, and the meal is simple but everyone is happy to share with their neighbors. |
Xiaonian marks the start of the Lunar New Year holiday.
With smiles on their face, people in this family are preparing their festival meal. Ma Yunmei injured her legs in last year's earthquake, but she is still helping others to get the meal ready.
Resident Ma Yunmei said, "I may not be able to help much. But I am still trying to offer even a little bit. I feel glad."
Just before noon, many dishes are displayed on the table. These people have been through a lot, and the meal is simple but everyone is happy to share with their neighbors.
