Last evening, we enjoyed a dinner cruise on the Pearl River in downtown Guangzhou, population 13 million. For such a large city, it seems very livable.
The waterfront skyscrapers and bridges were lit in audacious and brilliant shifting hues, like giant, man-made chameleons. The highlight of the boat trip was passing beneath the Canton Tower, the tallest building in Asia, measuring 1,920 feet tall.
This morning, we took a cruise of a different sort, renting a paddle boat in the nearby Yuexiu Park, which set the pace for the day. The kids enjoyed blowing bubbles, and we got a little bit of needed exercise too. This was followed by ice cream and a nice walk through the park.
Lily enjoyed her first experience in a swimming pool, especially being wrapped up in a towel on Lisa's lap afterwards. There, she gave Lisa many kisses and smiles. She loves her mama!
The remainder of the day was spent on the mundanities of homework, an unsuccessful baby nap, and the daily trip to Seven Eleven for bottled water, milk, and snacks (I passed on the tempting duck necks).
Thank you all again for your prayers. We continue to feel so blessed.
Two guys and five rams (3 visible) in Yuexiu Park:
Souvenir shopping:
Just hanging out with Katie:
The Canton Tower!
Great evening on the water:
Fun in the pool!
Big dragon and Spunky Monkey (Faya):
Colorful dancers
I have been reading and keeping up with your witty travel blog. I can't imagine how excited and tired you must be! Your littlest new one is such a blessing. I love seeing the newest pictures! Tell Faya that I miss her and can't wait for her to introduce me to her new little sister. Stay safe, keep writing and posting pictures, and give Faya a hug for me! Love, Barrie
ReplyDeleteIt has been fantastic for all of us to keep track of your adventures and we love getting to see some snapshots of your day-to-day activities! Can't believe how Faya and Nathan have grown and all of you look so happy and content and like you are savoring (ha ha!) every moment of Lilly's first days with you. We are thinking so often of you, praying that everything continues smoothly, and that you have safe travels home. Can't wait to see all of you and meet Lily! All the best from Massachusetts - and lots of love, Margie and Oliver and all the rest
ReplyDeleteI just learned of your blog this past weekend and have so enjoyed reading and catching up these past few days! All your pictures and writings and family are beautiful. We are praying for God's continued blessings to be upon y'all as you leave China and settle into life here in SC. We look forward to meeting sweet Lily! Much love, the Prescotts
ReplyDeleteSo many answered prayers already! We continue to pray that things will go smoothly and that you all will stay safe and healthy. Can't wait to see all of you and meet Lily. Lots of love, Ellen
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