It was 大年初一, the first day of the Lunar New Year. I was excited!

Dad said, 'Today, we will light fireworks outside!' My heart danced with joy.

We went outside and saw our neighbors. They were smiling and happy.

Dad lit the first firework. It whooshed up high into the sky.

BOOM! It exploded into bright colors. Red, yellow, blue - beautiful!

I clapped my hands and shouted, 'Wow!' Dad laughed and hugged me.

More fireworks burst above us. It was like a dance of lights.

'Dad, how do they look so pretty?' I asked with wonder in my eyes.

Dad explained, 'They are designed with care and love, just like you.'

We watched the show, together, hand in hand, feeling the warmth.

The sky turned dark again, but our hearts were filled with light.

As we walked back, I knew this was a New Year to remember.