The Spirit World - China & Beyond (Stories, Food, and Noise) - Dispatch 005

Offerings to the spirit world. Happy Chinese New Year. Fires are out in full force in Harbin. I've never been in China to experience it. I love how it just spills out onto the sidewalks and street corners, ash blowing everywhere. We stocked up on a few things, but even though many places will shut down or keep shorter hours, it seems it will be business as usual for a few of my favorite places. We're not going anywhere this time around, as prices to get out jump to insane levels. After seeing some of the photos friends posted, I'm happy to bunker in. Hope you're all well. Cheers to you in the Year of the Monkey.