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I have learnt alot. Especially how many traditions my grandma used to follow and how many we have lost as the years went by. I also learned some recepies that is no longer cooked as it is hard to make and time consuming.

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In the past, they would just have chicken or duck with some fireworks to celebrate Chinese New Year. Now, the family would host gatherings with all sorts of dishes and snacks to celebrate the New Year.

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I have learnt that festivals have changed a noticeable amount. For example, in the past there was a lot less diversity in terms of clothing compared to now as there newer and more fashion statements and whatnot.

Back in the past there were some different practices that were done, however now some are not done anymore due to changing times

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I learnt that celebrations were a lot simpler in past, there were no fancy decorations or big red packet. The most was a big family meal. In the past, red packets were at most $0.20. things like firecrackers and fireworks were still permitted so my grandparents played with them too.

Currently, things are still simple but things are a lot better, more to eat, the means for bigger gathering. My grandparents are able to afford better food and bigger amounts of red packets.

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I have learnt that festivals in the past were much more culturally significant compared to now

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I have learnt that certain customs of the festival have changed. Not all of the traditions and customs are the same as compared to the present and the past

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I learnt that the past and present of the heritage festivals are different because many people have lost touch of the traditions which the older generation did.

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Some feelings that my grandma had on the changing festivals is sadness and longing. She felt sad as some of the traditions were not followed anymore like having the entire family together to cook and prepare for the reunion dinner.

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I have learnt that in the past for Chinese new year they would light up lots of firecrackers but now they can’t as Singapore don’t allow it anymore

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There were a lot more traditions that followed during Chinese new year in the past as compared to the current times. For example, some parents used to buy a new set of pyjamas for their kids to wear to bed the eve of Chinese new year, but these are not seen happening anymore. In the past, the younger generation would also be more equipped with greetings and calling the elders by their names, but it has lost its significance over the years.

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I learnt that it hasn't changed much over the years for my family, but for others, some traditions that they have done may have died out. For eg, they don't make certain dishes anymore because tastes may have changed or it just takes too much time.

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He feels rather nostalgic about it as he does miss how the festival were celebrated then. However he does still enjoy how the festival are celebrated like now a days

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I understand that the past and present of how this festival is celebrated differs quite a lot due to modernisation and other external factors. For example, in the past, only wearing dark coloured clothings were allowed during this festival. However, in modern times, we can wear any clothing colour of our choice.

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Some feelings of the older relative would be sad as the customs and traditions were not kept the same.

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I have found out that during the past the music they listen to its like opera or meaningful Chinese New year music but youngsters nowadays make their music with random lyrics that are not related to Chinese New Year.

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Traditional foods associated with the festival, especially mooncakes, were homemade and carried symbolic meanings. Mooncakes were often filled with lotus seed paste, salted egg yolks, and other regional specialties.

In contemporary celebrations, mooncakes have become more diverse, with a variety of fillings and flavors, including modern versions like ice cream mooncakes or those made with chocolate and other fusion ingredients.

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She is feeling supportive of the changes that have been happening as she feels that the use of online presence in our society has led to ppl being more knowledgeable about the festival

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some feelings my auntie felt was sadness as she observed how many youths today overlook and do not partake in the activities of the heritage festivals

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My aunt has felt that the importance of Chinese new year is no longer as significant. She feels sad that some family members don’t make an effort to come back or attend reunion dinners or gatherings anymore.

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The interviewee mentioned that she is very happy & energetic during chinese new year. She said that there are many changes to this festival but most of the essential activities are kept the same.

She feels that it is okay for these changes to take place as it is only natural for it to happen as generations pass by and still feels that the atmosphere during the time of the year is strong

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my grandma is very graceful for the changes, although what is done during Chinese new year has not changed. her living conditions are a lot better. Being able to afford new clothes each chinese new year and being able to gather with her family members and their children bring her a lot of joy

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I learnt many things from my grandmother of how time has changed. The way they had no way of calling each other in advanced so they had to visit in advanced to ask the simplest of things. And how with the advancement of technology many task has become very convenient for her

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She feels sad and worried as she is worried that all these traditions won't continue to pass down to future generations. She also is sad that the atmosphere during the celebrations is not as fun as last time

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My grandmother felt that it was sad seeing as in the past everyone would get to lit up the firecrackers and everyone would enjoy it but now it just feels like something is missing for her

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They felt that as the festival was still being celebrated nationwide they were happy as people were still able to celebrate and appreciate

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For my relative, she feels a lot happier than in the past when celebrating Chinese New Year as my family has gotten bigger over the years & there are more people around in her house when visiting. She feels it's important to take time to visit each other during Chinese New Year, so that the bond of the family can stay strong.

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In the past, people spend days or weeks preparing. People made handmade decorations like paper cuttings and calligraphy. Homes were cleaned very thoroughly to sweep away bad luck. However in the present, many people prefer to buy decorations than making them. some families might not want to spend as much time on preparations, so they will buy pre-made decorations instead

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Why was this festival so memorable to the older relative is because it only happens once a year and it is a reminder of one's culture and heritage, serving a reminder hence that is what makes it so memorable

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Since tomb sweeping is not a festival to be celebrated , there are often more negative emotions than positives ones. According to my grandmother, she feels very sad after her husband's passing however as time passed, she has gotten used to his absences and often tell her grandkids about who he was.

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I learned that my interviewee enjoyed receiving red Chinese New Year packets as a child and now enjoys giving them as she is older. She also said that there is very little change in the festivals to keep the traditions and practices as consistent as possible.

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it is memorable as it was a time for communal bonding and cultural expression, the festival helped express our gratitude to friends and family

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The opinions my grandma had was that the festival was more celebrated and felt longer. For example, chinese newyear was really celebrated for the 15 day but now it feels like it is over after 2-4 days

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It was a time for all to gather and celebrate as a family and community

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It is memorable as it is a tradition and it’s their culture and they’ve been doing it ever since they were born and they’ll need to wait for another whole year to celebrate it again hence it is memorable 

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It is memorable as it is a tradition and it’s their culture and they’ve been doing it ever since they were born and they’ll need to wait for another whole year to celebrate it again hence it is memorable 

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Feeling nostalgic and happy, she was able to share with me a lot of her past time experiences. Changes that have taken place is that people now have many dishes on their table, have the money to buy CNY decorations and new clothes.

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It is memorable for them because they were taught growing up the different traditions and practices their families followed during the festival.

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The older relative felt that this festival is very meaningful as there would be a lot of people gathered around together and celebrating and its very seldom that all of them would gather together and have a chat or have fun together.

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she believe that it is the only time where everyone is free and available for everyone to gather and catch up over food and snacks. being able to talk to her silblings and being able to cook for the one she loves makes her very happy

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I have learnt that after all these years the customs and traditions are still being practiced exactly how they were in the past.

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it was memorable for my auntie because she felt a sense of community and belonging when she took part in the different activities that brought the different cultures of Singapore together

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This festival is memorable as it's one of the few times the entire family gets to come together & celebrate our culture. We can enjoy each others company as well as keep up with each other, & that is important for a big family to continue thriving.

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It is important for the continuity of chinese traditions and togetherness within the chinese community

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My grandma felt it was important as some of these traditions help bring families closer. especially after the covid pandemic, most families are far apart so the traditions can help strengnthen the family bonds

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I have learned that in the past people are very peculiar of what they wear when they go and visited houses like what color they wore or what pattern was on their traditional costume. But now in these modern days, people just wear mostly more casually and not displaying the 'festive spirit' by just wearing plain button-up shirts instead of the usual festive wear

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In the past during festivals there was more bonding over games and activities which technology has changed due to mobile phones and computers

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Yes but i have no photos

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Nope, unfortunately camera were not a thing when they were younger

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In the past, my grandma would handmake the glutinous rice balls and get the whole family together to make them and other shapes. But nowadays, nobody really has the time to make the rice balls from scratch. Most are just bought from the supermarket and don't have the same taste or feeling of satisfaction as when she makes them herself.

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It is important as it is our Chinese tradition if the youths don’t keep it alive it’ll be lost forever and everyone would forget about the happiness and the fun things we do when we celebrate Chinese new year

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My interviewee feels that not much change has taken place as they never fail to miss a year together. However, she also feels that some customs in the past were not being practiced in the present day.

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My grandfather is happy to cook for the entire family and is always excited to have the family gather at his house every year. He thinks that there hasn't been much change to the way the festival is celebrated.

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No, but I will be sent photos later on when my relative finds them

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According to the older relative, the festival was very memorable due to the fact that it was only celebrated once a year, and that he managed to visit so many relatives on this day. The people also made the festivals very memorable as he enjoyed socializing with others.

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They want the future generations to feel the fun they did last time celebrating this festival and don't want it to be lost.

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it is important because she felt that it brought all the communities together regardless of your cultural background.

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yes :)

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It is important because it only comes once a year, & its a good way to keep traditions & bonds alive.

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This festival was memorable to her because she would always get to see her family (children and grandchildren) getting and spending time together.

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The older relative finds Chinese New Year memorable as it is the only time where we get to have a reunion dinner with all the family members present.

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One reasoning my grandmother pointed out was that because it brings friends and family together. Moreover, after 100 days of passing, the family still has to send prayers to the deceased. These moments are most memorable to her.

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It brings opportunity for families to reconnect and strengthen bonds during family reunions, and the significance and importance of the festival should not be lost over the years.

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there have been many changes that had taken place. In the past my grandmother said that she would eat mooncakes during chinese new year , prepare rice dumplings, fold paper toys out of old textbooks and celebrate with her family neighbours. But now, people are more fortunate enough to buy toys and eat better food. People would also much rather buy rice dumplings rather than make it at home. Now celebrating this festival is mostly just among their own family members.

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They got the chance to spend time with their family and got to catch up on each others lives. This festival is memorable as it helped my interviewee connect with her family more.

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He enjoys when the family gets together for a reunion, he also enjoys cooking for the family. Outside of Chinese new year it's not very often that he gets visits so he really loves when the family gets together every year.

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preservation of culture, since if nothing is done to preserve it, it will be lost to the decay of time, thus keeping memories of the singapore festivals alive will prevent that

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They feel nostalgic and disappointed because everyone has grown up and is all busy with their own lives and no longer meet up together to celebrate the festival compared to last time.

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So as to preserve our heritage and roots. To also ensure that we have continuity.

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no

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It is important as if these culture and traditions are not passed down by her kids and grandkids , who will?

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no pics to even see

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It is a really good way to preserve culture and heritage.

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the older relative feels that youths should keep the memories and history of Singapore alive as it can create a greater sense of belonging and have more cultural appreciation

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there is no pictures for me to use

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She felt nostalgic and sad looking back on the time that she of how her family would go to celebrate the festival along side her childhood friends. which was saddening as many of the people she used to go with has pass away

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In the past, my older relative has to make a long journey to different houses by taking public transport and walking for long durations as they did not have a car due to financial constraints however as she reflects back it brought a sense of nostalgia back to her as we live in a modern world where travel time is reduced. Those long duration travelling times helped her remember festivals from the past has changed compared to now

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It was a time where everyone would take a break off from work to celebrate this special time of the year with their families

and it was the season where everyone will feel very happy

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not yet

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not yet

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Because it’s important to continue passing down the festival’s tradition keeping the celebration alive. As every tradition was also passed down from her older generation, it’s important to keep the memories and history as part of our culture’s heritage.

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My grandma found this festival memorable as it brings our whole family together for celebration which only happens once a year, she really

enjoys the company of her family members hence this festival is memorable to her.

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sad that the younger generation are so attached to devices

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My grandma felt that these Singapore festival’s should be kept alive as it represents our cultural heritage, it also brings everyone together on such festivals and should be preserved.

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We must keep our traditions alive to remember our roots and what our ancestors practiced and embrace our background, allowing us to contribute to bringing these festivals in the future for the future generations to see.

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