Hooray for Kate

My computer is still dead so I'm entering this from the computer in the business center. Not very convienient but I need to keep you all informed.

The acrobat show last night was spectacular. Most of the babies were very good. Kate was mesmorized by the lights and music and did quite well. If you ever get to see a Chinese acrobat show, do not pass it up, no matter the cost.

Kate is still doing exceptionally well and we have no complaints. She is eating like a horse, peeing and pooping nicely and generally bonding well.

Kate falling asleep in her crib last night. She moves all over the place during her sleep.

Today we were of to the Jade Factory - a gov't owned business where they do all types of Jade carvings. Not my cup of tea so we browsed but didnt buy much. The prices were quite high - I'm sure it was worth the price and quite cheaper than Canada, but we're not really Jade people.

After that, we were off to one of the two places I was most looking forward to - the Great Wall. And I wasnt disappointed. It was an incredible experience to climb as much as we did and to be able to experience one of China's unique treasures. We climbed stairs for about 45 minutes - Kate on my front and Jen carrying the diaper bag. At this point, the women stayed with the kids and 4 of us continued on for another half hour or so. About every 10 minutes, we'd come to another guard house of lookout then continue higher. We finally turned around because of time. Being a Monday in December, it really wanst that busy and gave us a great view of everything without it being too crowded. The steps have no consistancy to them so some may be 6 inches high, the others may be 14 inches. Some are a foot deep, others are 6 inches. Some are flat, some are sloped, some are worn right thru from so many steps on them. Quite an experience.

As you start up the wall.

We got back to the hotel around 3:30 then a couple of us headed out to do some exploring. jen and Kate were tired so they stayed behind.

Tomorrow is our last organized day. We're off to the Forbidden City and Tianamen Square which will be another awesome expereince. I remeber watching the coverage way back when on the news, now I'll get to stand in the same square.

Wednesday is a free day then Thursday morning is packing for our flight home Thurday afternoon. We're counting down the minutes.