【端午节的英语范文:儿时的端午节】As a child, I always looked forward to the Dragon Boat Festival. It was not just a holiday for me, but a special time filled with memories and traditions that connected me to my family and culture.

Every year, during the fifth lunar month, my family would prepare for the festival with great excitement. My grandmother would wake up early to make zongzi, the traditional rice dumplings wrapped in bamboo leaves. She would carefully fill them with sticky rice, pork, and sometimes red bean paste. The smell of the bamboo leaves and the sweet aroma of the rice would fill our home, making it feel like a celebration already beginning.

My father would take me to the river to watch the dragon boat races. The sound of the drums and the shouts of the competitors made me feel alive. I would cheer for the team that had the fastest boat, even though I didn’t fully understand the meaning behind the race. But what I did know was that it was a way to honor the ancient poet Qu Yuan, whose story had been passed down through generations.

In the evening, we would gather around the table for a big meal. We would eat zongzi, drink realgar wine, and share stories about the festival. My mother would tell me how the festival had been celebrated in her childhood, and I would listen with great interest, trying to imagine the world she described.

Looking back now, I realize that the Dragon Boat Festival was more than just a holiday. It was a time when I learned about my heritage, my family’s values, and the importance of tradition. Even though I have grown older and moved away from my hometown, the memories of those childhood festivals still bring a smile to my face.

The Dragon Boat Festival is not just about the food or the races; it is about connection, history, and the warmth of family. And for that, I will always cherish the memories of my childhood during this special time of year.