Parents create matchmaking corner

Date: 2006-12-01

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Parents in Tianjin have spontaneously created a "Matchmaking Corner" in the city's Central Park to find boy or girl friends for their adult children.

Every morning from 9 am, parents from all parts of the city gather in the park and talk to each other, hoping to find the ideal Mr or Miss Rights for their children.

They talk about their children's occupation, character, interests, health, habits or even whether parents have time and energy to look after grandchildren.

Some parents write on boards their children's profiles and requirements for future husbands or wives.

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