Three Days to Go

Big family gathering to say farewell today. Good food and great people. Thanks to the two Helens for organizing everything.

Baseball Picture

Last Baseball Game

Last night, we went to a minor league baseball game with our two favorite people- the grandchildren Jordyn and Levi. It was a great way to say goodbye to American culture for a while. What's more American than baseball.

More Farewells

Today was my last day of my park aide job, but yesterday the rangers and the other aides had a farewell lunch for me. It was unexpected so I was very touched. My boss bought me lunch, and then I was presented with a card and a gift from the crew. I think they don't want me to embarrass my self since the gift was The Essential Guide to Customs and Culture of China. I'll keep it and my Chinese phrasebook with me always. Thanks to Dave, Gloria, Shera, John, Sherman, Mike, Bryan, and Joanne.

Party Time

Last night was the beginning of our farewell tour, with a big Mexican food feast put on by our small group friends. The food was great and the fellowship was even better. We also were surprised by a wonderful gift from all. Thank you to Jim, Heidi, Mark, Georgia, Jamie, Eddie, Max, Jackie, Rock, and Karrie.

14 Days to Go

Our Chinese visas came today. Now all we have left to do is pack and say our goodbyes.

23 Days to Go

Shekou means "mouth of the snake" in Chinese,not because it has a lot of reptiles but because it is the entrance (the mouth) of the Pearl River Delta (the snake).