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April 13th 2012

Published: April 15th 2012

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Hutong Family Meal Hostess

Our very modern hostess on the left, was working in a state tea house until it suddenly closed and hosting tourists in her own home for lunch became her bread and butter.

Lady of the House

Our Hutong Family meal was enjoyed in a series of small rooms around a small courtyard, at one time long ago, the home complex of a single noble family.

The Forbidden City

Twins!

Pandas eat and sleep. These two young ones at the Beijing Zoo were caught napping. Stuffed Panda bears were a hot commodity here!

Super Shoppers

Sandra and Nathania model their latest acquisitions in Tian'anmen Square, fur hats for a brisk morning.

Cloisonné

One of our many shopping stops. The ancient art of cloisonné was very interesting to see and very expensive to buy.

Local Custom

Perhaps a leftover from Olympic hospitality, we were nabbed for photos with locals several times.

On The Bund

One of China's little emperors, solo male child, spends play time with Grandpa.

Two Young Moms

These two little fellows were being well attended by their Moms.

Musician At The Shaanxi Opera

This particular performer had an engaging sense of humour whether playing the flute or percussion music.

Acrobatics Show in Beijing

Monks At Xi'an Airport

Ancient religion meets new technologies, airplanes and cellphones.

Out Of Time

More to climb but the bus beckons.

Larry And Frank On The Wall

What goes up must come down. The famous orange jacket is back on.

The Great Wall Descent

Maureen and Frank look relaxed. Still, there was a clock ticking and uneven stairs are just as tricky going down as they are going up.

Angus Beef and Asparagus

The last night we were on our own ... a five star restaurant provides a feast for the eyes as well. The pumpkin, chick pea, coconut milk soup was to die for.

Hmmmmmmm

What looks like porridge but is made from rice and has even less appeal? Airline breakfast congee. We tasted everything, even the chocolate!! egg that was pickled in tea to give it that mischievously yummy look.

Brothers Abroad, Larry and Robert

The beginning and the end of Lila Green's troubles. Robert and Larry acquiesce to the photographer.

23rd April 2012

Trevor Green
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the game
The game the older gentlemen are playing is Xiangqi, known to us Westerners as "Chinese chess". Very popular in China, almost unknown to anybody but your game-playing nerd-cousin outside. Very entertaining and illuminating post - thanks for sharing!

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