Our last post from China

Well, here we are, on the eve of coming home. I can't believe 14 days went by so fast (I can say that now--I don't know if I would have said it 7 days ago)!!! It's been an amazing journey; 3 cities, 15 days, 6,242 miles, and one little boy. The blessings that have been bestowed upon us will never cease to amaze me.

Our last couple days in Guangzhou, we kind of just hung out and relaxed--hence nothing exciting to post. We got kind of toured out. We enjoyed the hotel pool, playroom and walking around the city finishing up our souvenir shopping. I think I'm bringing back half of China in our biggest suitcase. We packed an extra canvas duffle bag which came in handy and we also ended up buying a small rolling suitcase to carry on the plane. It only cost $70 yuan which is about $10 US. It's even a Polo name brand!! (yea, right). I bought a beautiful hand painted tea set here in Guangzhou and wanted to safely transport it without checking it in the big suitcase.

We've missed you all dearly and have grown quite homesick. I'm ready to get back to real life. 15 days worth of restaurants and chauffers--I hope I didn't forget how to cook or drive. It will be another adjustment for Kai, who enjoyed the company of our agency guides who, at least, spoke his language. He is beginning to repeat English phrases and is understanding some receptive language like: Let's go, brush your teeth, get your shoes, sit down, etc. We're still using Chinese phrases for things like: potty.

OK-gotta go finish packing and get the little guy ready for his bath. Love and miss you all. Can't wait to re-connect when we get home!!!!!!!!!!!!