We had a free day today, so we got ventured out on our own. We took a taxi and went to Shamian Island to do some shopping. (That's where a lot of adoptive families stay.) We only had a little bit of difficulty with the taxi driver getting there. Once we got there, it was a very nice day. Most everyone there could understand us. We saw lots of Americans. We heard lots of English. And we ate in an American restaurant. It was great. We found a nice little shop, where the shopkeeper was willing to bargain on any and everything. Once we were done, he hailed us a cab, and told the cab driver where we needed to come back to.
After we got back to the hotel tonight, Austin and I walked down to the corner market to buy diapers. We found and decided to try honey flavored ice cream. It was okay - WAY better than the pea flavor.
Maybe it's their "different" flavored ice creams that keep the Chinese looking so healthy!
ReplyDeleteLois and family,
ReplyDeleteYour daughter is beautiful! I am so happy for you and your family. I bet you cant wait to get her home and into her own crib. You and your family and all the families you are traveling with are in my prayers daily.
Linda(Roach)Ward
My kids and grandkids and I have been following your trip. Leila is so cute! Can't wait for all of you to get back home, and we wish you luck and a safe trip.
ReplyDeleteDorothy Morrison
I just figured out how to send you guys a comment. You know I'm such a computer whiz. Really enjoying reading about your trip. I bet WV will never look so good. Leila is a real cutie. Wish you a safe trip back. You are in our prayers.
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mplants
Hi, I love being able to follow your trip every day, this is great. I am so ready for you all to bring our beautiful little girl and come home. I miss you and will see you on Saturday. Love Mom
ReplyDeleteCongratulations,Lois and Family,
ReplyDeleteYour Mom was telling me about your trip to China to bring home your "precious" baby girl.We are so very happy for you.I logged on to your blog to read your story and see pictures.It's GREAT and Leila is beautiful.It reminds me of the wonderful time when Allen and Kelly went to Guatamala and brought home our darling Gracie.
We're keeping you in our prayers that everything will continue to go well and for you to have a safe trip home. I know you will be relieved and happy to get home so Leila can sleep in her own crib and you all can get into your own rountine.We're looking forward to meeting Leila.
Our love and best wishes,
Your "cuz", Sue
FINALLY, some ice cream that is sweet! I don't even care for ice cream but I would like to try honey flavored. Scott & Dalton eat ice cream almost every night but I know they wouldn't try pea or kidney flavored.
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