We left the hotel for our home stay. We arrived to a welcoming committee of our "Chinese Mamas" with noisemakers. Each household is housing four delegates.
We had lunch provided by our families. It was every bit as good as what we've had in restaurants, if not better.
We had the opportunity to visit a local artist. She helped us make a paper cutting. It was a symbol used for weddings meaning double happiness.
The delegates expended some energy in a game of basketball with the locals. The Chinese won but it was a close game.
We had the most delightful little girl visit at our house. She was two-years-old and fascinated by Ray's iPad. She was playing on the keyboard and having a blast.
We've noticed that the Chinese do not eat with us. Li does not join us, and the people here served us but did not stay with us. Li says that meals are quiet times. Socializing is for tea houses.
After dinner there was a big party on the square. It was fun to see everyone dancing the Macarena and the Hokey Pokey. Some things have no cultural bounds.
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OK - the description of the Terra Cotta Warriors now makes me want to be there. I just order 3 books about them. Once again, great descriptions!!! Thank you. PS Love and hugs to Conner Drennen :)
ReplyDeleteIt is almost like being there. Can sense the
ReplyDeleteexcitment. Love hearing of the things you are
doing and seeing. Thank you Karen
I was wondering about the food. Glad it's good!
ReplyDeleteJust got the link for posts from Bill - fascinating! Keep up the good work and I want to see pictures when you arrive home!
ReplyDeleteBeverly
Good job on posting the blogs. have lots of fun jesse. Love you mom,dad,joey,and grandma
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