Our Last China Holiday

A dear friend of ours, Kristin, crossed the ocean to visit last week. I met her in Beijing where we did a lot of shopping and a little sightseeing, flew to Huangshan to see the beautiful Huangshan mountain, took a 4.5 hour bus to Hangzhou and finally flew to Hong Kong to meet Andrew and complete our last China trip.

I'm so happy Kristin was able to visit. It was great to show her around the place we've called home for the past two years and spend quality time with her. I had a great time and I was sad to see her go today, but comforted by the fact that I'm not really saying goodbye, but see you soon since we're flying on a jet plane in two days back to the U.S. as well.

Kristin spinning the prayer wheel at the Lama Temple.

Huangshan
These workers are incredible: heavy loads, very steep steps and 100s of tourists. Not a fun job.

Some found it very difficult to climb the stairs.

West Lake, Hongzhou

The view from Victoria Peak in Hong Kong.

Hong Kong skyline at night.