"A drizzling rain falls like tears on the Qingming Day." This line, passed down for a thousand years, has long since become our deepest cultural memory of this solar term.   Qingming, or Tomb-Sweeping Day, is a day of dual nature. As a solar term, it represents the growth of all things and a time when the air is clean and the scenery is bright (Qingming literally means "Pure Brightness"). At this time, the earth warms up, willows don their new green, and the spring breeze stirs life into motion. People step outdoors to "tread the green" (taqing), fly kites, and feel the vibrant pulse of life under the spring sun.   However, Qingming is also a profound act of remembrance. Amidst the swirling incense smoke and the flickering glow of candles, we stand before the graves of our ancestors to honor our roots. This is more than just a tradition; it is a silent dialogue about the meaning of life. We offer bouquets of white chrysanthemums, brush the dust from the tombstones, and gather scattered memories through whispered stories. Those who have passed are never truly gone; they live on in our genes and in the stories woven into our family history.   "Death is not the end of life; being forgotten is."   Perhaps the true essence of Qingming lies in this philosophy of "living towards death": while mourning the past, we learn to cherish the fleeting spring and the loved ones still beside us. In this misty, rainy season, we settle our sorrows and, with a newfound reverence for life, continue to walk firmly toward the warmth.

To Every Radiant Woman: A Tribute to International Women's Day As the warmth of spring begins to bloom, we welcome a day dedicated to honoring both gentleness and strength.   Womanhood has never been defined by a single color. She is the decisive leader in the boardroom, the steadfast anchor of the family, and the dreamer who never stops chasing the light. On this day, we are not just celebrating a gender; we are honoring an uncompromising spirit of resilience and independence.   May you have the strength to "grow upward": Stand tall like a tree to touch the distant stars—unbound by definitions and unconstrained by limits.   May you find the peace to "look inward": Regardless of the noise outside, always keep a heart that loves itself fiercely and embraces every facet of who you are.   Happy International Women's Day to every woman! May your eyes sparkle with laughter and your dreams be filled with light. May your efforts be rewarded and your life be filled with love. Through the long passage of time, may you be more than just someone’s shield—may you forever be your own radiant self.

As the first full moon of the Year of the Horse graces the night sky on this 2026 Lantern Festival, the world is bathed in a warm, festive glow. Tonight, streets are adorned with countless glowing lanterns, each one a beacon of hope and joy. Families gather around steaming bowls of tangyuan, their round shape a perfect symbol of unity and completeness. As you savor the sweet, glutinous treat, may it melt away the chill of winter and fill your heart with the promise of a sweet year ahead. In the spirit of the Horse, may this festival gallop in good fortune and vitality for you. Let the bright flames of the lanterns light up your path, dispelling any darkness and guiding you toward your dreams. Wherever you are, may the light of the full moon and the warmth of human connection be with you. ACLMEC wishing you a joyous Lantern Festival—may every day be filled with happiness, and may all your wishes come true!

The sentiments of the festival are hidden in the blessings. As we bid farewell to past busyness and fatigue, and let go of a year’s pressures and worries, we draw warmth from togetherness and gather strength from companionship. May everyone who is constantly on the move lay down their burdens, sit around with family, and enjoy a moment of peace; may every concern turn into the joy of reunion, accompanied year after year; may every wish come true in the new year, with all desires fulfilled and every path smooth.     As spring begins a new journey and blessings accompany day and night, on this Spring Festival, may the spring breeze carry away all fatigue and the warm sun illuminate the road ahead; may everyone have a smooth, joyful, and healthy Year of the Horse, with family togetherness and all things going well; may every ordinary day be filled with happiness and hope, and every journey ahead be full of surprises and glory. Happy Spring Festival, and may you have peace and well-being year after year!