Beijing Day 5
Hi all,
Today the group went to Tiannamen Square and the Forbidden City - we opted out, as it is a 2 km walk, with no shade, and a lot of steps. We thought that it was best to make sure that we had enough rest for the long trip tomorrow - it is going to be difficult enough without being exhausted on top of it all! We had a leisurely breakfast, and then headed over to the market across the street. I have discovered a love of jasmine tea, so I bought some to bring home. It is loose tea, so I will have to buy something to steep it in, or strain it through. Dad has become the watch guy - he does not have enough arms to put all of the watches that he has bought on! He has purchased a couple that are really good knock offs - they are automatic "Rolexes", and look very authentic. Mom, can you believe that Dad can actually wear these watches? He has had one on for about 5 days, and it is still ticking!!!!!!
We might head to the pool this aft - we are just going to play it by ear. I may post later today, but if not, we will see you all at home!!!!
Lots of love from China,
Dad, Marie, and Caitlin
Today the group went to Tiannamen Square and the Forbidden City - we opted out, as it is a 2 km walk, with no shade, and a lot of steps. We thought that it was best to make sure that we had enough rest for the long trip tomorrow - it is going to be difficult enough without being exhausted on top of it all! We had a leisurely breakfast, and then headed over to the market across the street. I have discovered a love of jasmine tea, so I bought some to bring home. It is loose tea, so I will have to buy something to steep it in, or strain it through. Dad has become the watch guy - he does not have enough arms to put all of the watches that he has bought on! He has purchased a couple that are really good knock offs - they are automatic "Rolexes", and look very authentic. Mom, can you believe that Dad can actually wear these watches? He has had one on for about 5 days, and it is still ticking!!!!!!
We might head to the pool this aft - we are just going to play it by ear. I may post later today, but if not, we will see you all at home!!!!
Lots of love from China,
Dad, Marie, and Caitlin
posted by JMCPhillips @ 11:42 PM
1 Comments:
At 5:06 PM,
Anonymous said…
Hi from the home farm-
Just reread all of your adventures with smiles & tears. It was as if I was with you & experiencing all that you were doing each day.
Now that I have met Caitlin & held her in my arms, a love that I knew was waiting burst into bloom. She is a beautiful child with lots of love in her, thanks to your wonderful caring attitude & strength.
I cannot tell you often enough how very proud I am to be you Mom. You had the strength to leave a love to get another love & bring her home to so many people ready & waiting to make her part of our families.
Your courage will carry you through the next week, and beyond.
With pride, humility & lasting love.Mom
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