Tuesday, November 3, 2009

Sorry for the delay in updating, but we have been very busy. Our guides in Guangzhou are wonderful. We have had the opportunity to visit the Chen Family Academy and the Guangzhou Zoo over the past few days. The temperatures have been perfect for sightseeing. Yesterday we saw a lot of people around the island in thick, winter coats. It was only in the mid 60's. Boy would they be surprised by a St Louis winter day.

One of the highlights for me yesterday was to get a close up view of a panda. I love pandas, so this was a special treat. As you can see from the picture, he has a pretty easy life.

We have made some very special friends on our trip. One family is from North Carolina and their little boy Jamie is one month older than Tia. Tia is crazy about him. She is constantly trying to get his attention and to hold his hand while they are in their strollers. I know, she is starting way too young. :)

Tia is constantly on the go. I believe she is the most active child I have. When she is not sleeping, she is always on the move. She is very inquisitive and likes to touch everything. She is "helping" me type this update right now. So, if there are spelling errors, I am blaming it on her.

Today is our consulate appointment. Our facilitators will go to the consulate on our behalf to finalize our paperwork. We must stay in our rooms until we receive the all clear from our agency.

Tonight, we will take a river boat cruise on the Pearl River. I remember this from our last trip. The lights of Guangzhou are very beautiful.