Spring Festival in the Year of the Ox

Unlike in the past, this was my first Spring Festival since entering the workforce. Everything felt so rushed—heading back home, celebrating the New Year, visiting relatives… Before I could even truly experience the holiday vibe, it was already time to head back to work.

I still remember during my school days, even though I studied in another city, we would get our break long before the actual New Year. Back then, a single winter break lasted nearly two months. I didn’t think much of it at the time, but looking back now, it was absolutely amazing! I guess I’ve always been a homebody who’s very attached to my family, so whenever a break rolled around, I couldn’t wait to head home. But now that I’m working, the entire break is only 8 days—and that’s even counting travel time! How can that even be considered a vacation? I really wish I could find a job that offers winter and summer breaks someday. I’m sure that would bring back those wonderful student-day vibes. It would be fantastic!