The Chinese Character

The “fu” character
Calligraphed on red papers
Ushering in the Chinese New Year
With luck and blessings
Sometimes words are pasted upside down
Fortelling luck and fortunes
Coming your way soon
Besides prayers 
People pursue hopes and dreams
In their own ways
Copyright © | Year Posted 2021

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