Homecoming

Photos from Homecoming.

Teng Pavilion in Nanchang

L, M and I had been to the Teng Pavilion before. I was surprised to see that they are building a highway through the courtyard. It pretty much ruins the expansive grounds and the serenity of the place. Now the pagoda is separated from most everything else except the river.

Reed Flute Cave

This was a beautiful cave. Not chilly at all. At one point they had lights in the floor and lasers they ran around the room. There were large pools who's reflections doubled the size of the room.

Under Foot in China

Water Village near Shanghai

An old style canal village near Shanghai, though Joyce, our guide told us the buildings are built to look old by the government. The cicadas were incredibly loud, especially since it was morning. It was hot and shop owners were sitting on their stone docks in the shade. The main feature was a huge bridge. There are photos of the steps and us at the top. It is also shown in the background of the photo of us on the boat ride. Afterwards, you can wonder through all the narrow shop areas and bargain.

Meals

M took pictures of most of our meals in China, so here are a few, leading off with the one we all agree was the best, at M's orphanage - sweet and sour fish!

Flight and Shanghai

In Detroit airport

On the long flight

Water machine

In the van to the hotel

Holiday Inn Downtown Shanghai

Stretching silk for stuffing quilts

On the main shopping street. Notice how empty it is.



On the Bund looking over to the skyscrapers of Shanghai