we started the day off at Tian'an men Square, the Palace Museum and the Forbidden city. We finished the day at the Summer Palace. We were out for about 10 hrs. so we are dead, but I thought I needed to put some real pictures up. Everything is massive. The square is the largest in the world. The Palace Museum has over 8700 rooms, it felt like we visited all of them! There was a lot of beautiful buildings and marble statues. I stand in awe of it. I love ancient cultures, Cindy....not so much, Briley enjoyed it. Here are some random shots from today.
The first one is of our guide, Sherry. She met us at the airport yesterday and will be with our group until tomorrow, we couldn't do without her.
The Birds Nest is not open to the public right now but will be soon. Hopefully we will get closer to it, the Cube, and the Flame tomorrow.
Mia Grace Yi
"Our little girl"
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Why Adopt From China
- Steve, Cindy, Briley and Mia
- At first glance, some of China's beliefs may seem quite different than those we hold in the western world. One example of this is the cultural preference for a male child. There are several reasons why Chinese families might prefer a boy over a girl. In rural provinces, a family's livelihood depends directly on the output of its family members. Because of this, a family with sons would be at a considerable advantage than one with daughters. Historically, it is also the son's honored responsibility to take care of his parents in their old age. A daughter, however, would be expected to care for her husband's parents rather than her own. In this regard, the Chinese believe that having a son is crucial to their livelihood, as well as a form of social security for the parents when they grow older. This situation is further complicated by China's One-Child Policy, which prohibits families from having more than one child. As a result of this policy, there are thousands of abandoned children throughout China, with the vast majority of them being healthy girls.
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By the way Steve Mikey says if you look like Buddah when you get back, you two can pass for twins!!!
I bet time is not going fast enough til Gotcha day. I am so happy for you guys :)
I hope you have a wonderful day today and from your schedule you will be definitely busy/tired.
Enjoy every moment!
Cindy you look great, hang in there w/the food, you & Briley will be okay. Miss you & Love you, good luck on GOTCHA DAY!
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Hi Briley- we won for you today!
1-0! You were with us in spirit:)
Blog something for us, cant wait to see more pictures and updates. Love Pasch (sydney)
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To all of you: I am so excited & know you are anticipating the day you will take your daughter & bring her home. We hope everyday is a special memory for you all and we can't wait to get more updates. Sydney is checking her phone constantly to see what time it is in China. We are thinking of you everyday & can't wait to see all 4 of you! Good luck on your continued journey.