Friday

Friday at last, and the weather looks grim. There's suppose to be sunlight tomorrow, but I don't see how that's possible. From yesterday's news, China's five year growth plan is on it's way, but analysts discover an economic imbalance. They will also looking for China's new leader in 2012. Today, the leaders of China are coming together to discuss further actions in their economics. 23 Communist Party elders signed a letter to to stop restrictions on the freedom of speech. Leaders are addressing the issue with the economic imbalance by trying to reduce the gap between the rich and the poor, thus annihilating strikes and differences in pay.

In present day, traditional Chinese dresses are not worn anymore. These days, those dresses are used for celebrations. Jeans are common in China, as they are anywhere in the world. This is the result of globalization. In Chinese weddings, the bride would wear the a bridal gown like the ones we wear. Black is a popular colour in traditional clothing and bright red is preferred for special events, holidays, and ceremonial events. Few people wear shorts in China, especially men.

The Chinese have a concept called "face." It can be easily associated with the reputation or credibility of a person. Insulting, embarassing or demeaning a person in anyway will cause them to lose "face." A Chinese warrior, during ancient times may commit sucide because he has lost "face," after losing a battle. The concept of "face" is still around in modern China.