Internet, Finally ... Sort Of

My cousin's computer has a virus so he can't use his computer. I'm using the LAN line for now.

We prayed to my grandparent's graves today, along with my great grandma that I've never met. The graves are concrete and are on the mountain side. We had to climb up a bunch of steep stairs to get to them.

It's tradition to visit the graves of relatives. Usually done once a year. My mom and I came back early just to visit the graves at this time of year. The graves are cleaned of the overgrown plants and fallen leaves. We burn candles and incenses, then lay out food, fruits, wine, and tea on the graves. Each person prays and pays their respects. We burn paper money, clothes, personal belongings for them to use in the afterlife. Afterwards, we all have a feast of the food that we put out. It's a sad but joyous occassion when families reunite.

I'm starting to get used to this place. It's like a second home, since so many of my relatives are here. I just hate the mosquitos though. They're biting hard. I have so many red spots on me. Little bastards.

When I have time, I'll upload the photos from the past few days.

Interesting facts about Hong Kong:
- They completely butcher the English language whenever they try to use it. "Hollo Kitt"
- They drive on the left side of the road.
- They have double-decker buses.
- They sell snakes and turtles ... for eating.
- They turn up the air conditioning to freezing temperatures in malls and restaurants.
- Most things are cheaper here, but it may not be good quality.
- There's construction everywhere.