The document discusses the photographer's experience photographing the Chinese New Year parade in San Francisco. Some key points: - San Francisco has a large Chinese population and the parade is the largest outside of Asia, filled with color, sound and entertainment. - Traditional elements like fireworks are banned, but replaced with huge float displays and costumes. - Large dragons winding through the streets are one of the most attractive elements of the parade. - As a photographer from California, the photographer felt honored to capture the event.