The weather was very pleasant in the Bay Area, perfect for watching this year’s Chinese New Year Parade in San Francisco. The parade didn’t start until 5:30pm, but we left after lunch so we could do some shopping and secure a good viewing spot. We read that this night parade is one of the biggest in the world but didn’t really believe it. But we were convinced afterwards! More than half a million people showed up, which is 10 times the one I saw 2 years ago in Orange County. The night illuminated parade lasted 2 hours and a half. I thought it was just endless! It was really awesome!