Suddenly I understand why the younger generation of Chinese people I know no longer like to go home for the New Year. Those who are married have to consider social obligations; every child's red envelope starts at a thousand yuan, or they'll be accused of being stingy. Those who are unmarried are asked about marriage, career, and salary, as if they are being investigated for household registration. Happy holidays are turned into a competition for comparison. If you say you have no money, you'll be criticized and used as a negative example. If you say you've made money, then...