Category: Culture
Lion Dance
Until March 2nd, more than a billion people worldwide will celebrate the Chinese New Year. Fireworks, festivals, and the biggest human migration will usher in the Year of the Dog. And with luck, you may get to witness a traditional Chinese lion dance. Intro to Lion Dance In college, my roommates included me in an invitation to join the re-forming Read More
Ebb Tide
In case you had not guessed it, I am a fan of elephants — wild pachyderms, cartoon elephants, stuffies, whatever. And I am inclined, in this space, to endorse those adopting an elephant logo, mascot, or business purpose. Sadly, however, not all who invoke the elephant can be part of this herd. Which brings me to Alabama football. Because contrary Read More
Remember Our Veterans
Today in the United States, we honor all people, living and dead, who have served in the military. Similarly, the United Kingdom remembers all those who have died while serving in the military. I realize I cannot adequately address or even list all of the issues and opinions tied up in our feelings about these two holidays. Please forgive my Read More
Happy Diwali!
Happy Diwali everyone, and welcome to Elephants Never! Today, more than a billion people worldwide will light candles, say prayers over flames, and shoot off fireworks. We will celebrate the triumph of light over dark and the renewal of our family bonds. We will turn up the music, dance, and enjoy the Hindu festival of Diwali with our families. And Read More