Today, we ventured out on the last day of the Chinese Holiday...what a treasure. This is the 15th day of the first month marking the last day of the Chinese New Year celebration (full moon).
We took a taxi to a place called Culture Street. Let me just say it was a mass of people. We did a little shopping and purchased some items to bring back home. Andrew got a little kite and a spinning toy that makes a very loud hum when it spins. It's the same thing that's used in exhibitions like the acrobatic show. We stood there watching this guy demonstrating and crouds of people were gathering around to what we thought they were there to watch the guy demonstrating the toy. After we left, our guide explained to us that the crowd was there to watch Andrew sitting on my shoulders.
I have good news to report that we have some shots of Emily smiling, even laughing. So, don't despair, as you were skepticle and realized her seriousness, so did we.
It is truly amazing how she is finding such comfort and refuge in Maria Marcela. She is just a few steps from me now laughing at Andrew putting on a show in the bath tub.
I wish you all could experience walking through the markets as we did here today.
We stayed for about 2-3 hours and went to a famous restaurant that was built in the mid 1800's. Afterward, went across the street for a Starbuck's.
We came back to the hotel and walked the river side. I'm telling you, I needed I nice big fat cigar just to get some fresher air in my lungs. We opted for a scotch back at the room. Where Beijing was somewhat clear, this town has probably a one mile visibility due to the smog.
I'll be adding some of today's photos later.
We took a taxi to a place called Culture Street. Let me just say it was a mass of people. We did a little shopping and purchased some items to bring back home. Andrew got a little kite and a spinning toy that makes a very loud hum when it spins. It's the same thing that's used in exhibitions like the acrobatic show. We stood there watching this guy demonstrating and crouds of people were gathering around to what we thought they were there to watch the guy demonstrating the toy. After we left, our guide explained to us that the crowd was there to watch Andrew sitting on my shoulders.
I have good news to report that we have some shots of Emily smiling, even laughing. So, don't despair, as you were skepticle and realized her seriousness, so did we.
It is truly amazing how she is finding such comfort and refuge in Maria Marcela. She is just a few steps from me now laughing at Andrew putting on a show in the bath tub.
I wish you all could experience walking through the markets as we did here today.
We stayed for about 2-3 hours and went to a famous restaurant that was built in the mid 1800's. Afterward, went across the street for a Starbuck's.
We came back to the hotel and walked the river side. I'm telling you, I needed I nice big fat cigar just to get some fresher air in my lungs. We opted for a scotch back at the room. Where Beijing was somewhat clear, this town has probably a one mile visibility due to the smog.
I'll be adding some of today's photos later.
2 comments:
Very impressive Jxiahnny Ming. What dynasty did you rule over? Looks like ya'll are having a blast. Glad things are going well and that Emily is adjusting to you. The photo of Beatriz, Maria, and Anamaria with the smog behind them takes us back to living in Los Angeles. The news here is reporting and expressing concerns of the air quality during the Olympics. Everybody hold your breath till you come home.:-) Gasp Gasp! Looking forward to seeing you. Thanks again for the pictures. We're really enjoying them!
Love you,
Greg
P.S. The post marked Maria Marcela's Post-Thursday, Feb. 21st came to us with a font problem and isn't legible. Just wondering if anyone else is having the same problem or if it's just on our end?
Johnny, we are truly blessed to have the opportunity to join in with God. A friend has adopted two girls from China...it seems she is the one who received the better end of the deal in many ways.
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