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Opinion Essay: Celebrating Foreign Festivals in Vietnam

In recent years, many young Vietnamese people have started celebrating festivals like Christmas and Halloween. While some believe this shows openness and cultural exchange, others worry that it may weaken traditional Vietnamese values. In my opinion, celebrating foreign festivals is not a bad thing as long as people still respect and preserve their own culture.

Firstly, joining in foreign celebrations can help young people learn about other cultures and become more open-minded. For example, Christmas and Halloween activities allow them to practice creativity, teamwork, and English communication skills. These experiences also make life more colorful and enjoyable, especially for the younger generation living in modern cities.

However, it is important that young people do not forget Vietnamese traditions such as Tết Trung Thu or Tết Nguyên Đán. Schools, families, and the media should encourage participation in local festivals so that cultural identity is preserved.

In conclusion, celebrating foreign festivals can be a positive trend if balanced with pride in Vietnamese traditions. Cultural exchange should enrich, not replace, our national values

Walt Disney – The Father of Mickey Mouse

Walt Disney is famous around the world for creating Mickey Mouse and building one of the most successful entertainment empires of the 20th century. His name has become a symbol of imagination, creativity, and childhood joy.

He was born on December 5, 1901, in Chicago, Illinois, and grew up in Missouri. As a boy, he loved drawing and storytelling. He later studied art and photography at McKinley High School in Chicago and took night courses at the Chicago Academy of Fine Arts.

Disney was a very successful filmmaker who created Mickey Mouse in 1928. This character quickly became an international icon. He also introduced other beloved characters such as Donald Duck, Goofy, and Pluto. Apart from making films, he was famous for founding Disneyland in 1955, the first theme park of its kind, which later expanded to Disney World and other parks worldwide.

Walt Disney had four siblings and two daughters. He died on December 15, 1966, in Los Angeles, but The Walt Disney Studios has continued to grow, bringing joy to millions through movies, cartoons, and theme parks.