"Thank you for peace, the source of love" - Chinese Choir on November 15th

"Thank you for peace, the source of love" - Chinese Choir on November 15 Gu Yayu "Alberta Chinese Choir" and "Nong Si Gifted School"...

Gu Yayu

"Alberta Chinese Choir" and "Nong Si Gifted School" young singers will Next Saturday at the Chandler Center for the Performing Arts, we will sing "A Simple Gift", as well as interludes from the Broadway classic musical Carousel, "You'll Never Walk Alone", "Amazing Grace", "No Love", "Hallelujah" and other famous songs. Friends from all walks of life are welcome to come and share the resonance of "love and peace" that music brings. Ticket office: International Phoenix Travel Agency Mekong Shopping Mall, Chandler Performing Arts Center, New Oriental Art School Chandler, Xinxin Supermarket Phoenix. Website: www.acacx.com

Thanksgiving is a holiday in the United States and Canada. Its original intention is to thank God for the good harvest. In the United States, since 1941, Thanksgiving Day has been on the fourth Thursday of November every year, and there are two days off from this day. Canada's Thanksgiving Day began in 1879 and is celebrated on the second Monday of October each year, the same as Columbus Day in the United States.

The origin of Thanksgiving can be traced back to the beginning of American history. In 1620, the famous "Mayflower" ship arrived in America, carrying 102 Puritans who could not endure the religious persecution in Britain. In the winter between 1620 and 1621, they encountered unimaginable difficulties and were suffering from hunger and cold. After the winter, only about 50 immigrants survived. Based on the belief and custom that "all comers are guests", the Indians brought daily necessities to these immigrants and taught them survival methods such as hunting, fishing, and planting corn and pumpkins. With the help of the Indians, the new immigrants from Europe gradually became accustomed to the local way of living. On the day of celebrating the harvest, the new European immigrants invited the Indians to thank God for their blessings. In the currently well-known version of Thanksgiving, it often only emphasizes the friendly relations between the two sides and the atmosphere of joyful celebration; however, many people point out that it is unfair to the Indians to only emphasize the happiness and friendship of Thanksgiving. Because it is easy for people to forget the subsequent history of exploitation and massacre of Indians.

Many people believe that the first Thanksgiving in the United States was the day when Indians and new immigrants gathered together to thank God for the first time. But, for many Indians, this is not the first time people have come together to give thanks to God. For some New England Indians, Thanksgiving has long existed there. These Indians hold Thanksgiving celebrations six times a year, and they hold thanksgiving ceremonies according to different seasons. The thanksgiving ceremony held during the autumn harvest season is, for these Indians, their fifth thanksgiving celebration of the year. The "origin of Thanksgiving" that most people know is actually the day when new European immigrants and Indians thanked God together for the first time, not the so-called "America's first Thanksgiving".

The first Thanksgiving celebrated by the new European immigrants and the Indians lasted for three days. The two sides also agreed to a peaceful and friendly agreement: the Indians were welcome to build their own village for the new immigrants on a piece of land that originally belonged to the Indians. This moment was originally the beginning of the gradual consolidation of friendship between the two parties, but unfortunately, the friendly relationship did not last long. Since they no longer needed the assistance of the Indians as before, some new immigrants slowly forgot about the difficulties they suffered at the beginning and the help they received; coupled with the continuous influx of more new immigrants, the distrust between the two sides gradually increased, resulting in more and more friction; some new immigrants even did not tolerate the religious beliefs of the Indians and tried to teach and convince the Indians that their beliefs were incorrect. Many frictions and conflicts led to what became known as King Philip's War.

The above history tells us that people always use their own values ​​​​to measure everything around us. When other people's thoughts and cultures are different from ours, people will subconsciously feel that they are always right and others are wrong, or why they are different from me? Is there something wrong with him? Therefore, we advocate changing others or judging people or things that are different from us with a hostile and critical attitude. The result is conflicts and even wars and killings. In fact, there is often no right or wrong in all kinds of things in the world. From different angles, time and standpoints, there will be mistakes among the right, and there will also be the right among the wrongs. So why bother to fight and make your life difficult? Often the most difficult people and things to accept are those we are unfamiliar with, but with a humble, open-minded and loving attitude, we can all try to open our minds and learn to accept what we think is unacceptable, put down your critical eye, and bravely allow yourself to feel the unfamiliar and perhaps emotional aspects. The situation is not as sad as you think, and the result may not be what you imagined. Often things turn out to be different. As time goes by, you may gradually appreciate that you have a broad mind and will not worry about unnecessary things. No matter what you see, no one will like it. Because you can already see angles that you couldn't see before, the world of your mind and thoughts has broadened, and your mood will naturally become clear and happy. Only then do you realize that what you are familiar with may not be the most suitable for you when you look back. It may be just an illusion of security. What you think is not suitable may be better. But often people lack the courage and perseverance to explore the unknown future and try new things, environments and relationships. Some psychological medicine books say: If we want to be a happy person, we must not believe in our own thoughts, but must listen to our hearts quietly and peacefully, because we have carried too much baggage from the past along the way, and we cannot let go of the good and the bad. We cannot see clearly, and it is easy for our thoughts to go astray.

>This is your life. Life is a gift from God, cherish it, don’t live in a misguided way, take good care of your body, give up any bad habits, don’t overburden your body and mind, sleep better, eat healthy food, and exercise moderately. Love what you love and do what you love often. Try to change what you're not satisfied with, and if you can't change it, let it go and let it go. Don't like your job? Maybe quit your job. Not enough time? Stop watching TV and use your cell phone! Let your eyes and life rest, reject the temptations around you, and quietly tell yourself, I love me! Looking for the love of your life? No need, if you do what you like, you will find that she is actually there waiting for you silently. You are full of love to begin with, try your best to discover the source of love lurking in you, there is no need to look for it everywhere. For those people who, no matter how hard you try to please them, they can't see you, can't appreciate your benefits and beauty, and just find fault with you for all your faults, forget it! Leave these people who give you negative energy! Don't over-analyze your moods and emotions. In fact, all emotions, joys, anger, sorrows and joys are beautiful. When you eat, be grateful for every bite and savor it slowly. Appreciate every bite you take. Open your mind, arms, and heart to accept new people and things. Let us learn from each other and make up for each other from our differences, so as to unite and build beautiful things. Try asking the next person you meet what they are passionate about and share your dreams with them. Try to let yourself travel as much as possible, travel, don't be afraid, getting lost will help you find yourself. Many opportunities may only come once, don't miss it, seize it! Life is about the people you meet and the many things and experiences you create with them, so don’t hesitate and start creating and feeling now! Life is too short, live your dreams and share your hobbies and passions.

Life is a gift, and dedication is grace. The Puritans who came to the New World in the United States to pursue religious freedom have a famous folk song called "Simple Gift" that has been handed down. The lyrics sing: People can live simply, freedom is a gift, we can be wherever we can, it is really the best gift. When we find the simplest version of ourselves, everything will go smoothly and be carefree. Don't feel inferior because of hard work. The humility of bending down, the love and selfless dedication you give are the best gifts.