Christmas in Beijing


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December 26th 2006
Published: December 26th 2006
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This is a long story, if you make it through thanks, would love your feedback, if not enjoy the pictures. Christmas is only two weeks away and I have no idea what I will do, the other two project managers are on vacation back in the states. I stop by the local travel agency here on base see a weekend trip to Beijing, China over Christmas weekend, so I sign up to go to communist China during the h... Read Full Entry



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Forbidden City 6

Notice the number of gargoyles
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Forbidden City 7

Their fire protection



29th December 2006

i have one word for ya dad--jealous. i am so jealous. i remember when i went to london and you were jealous of me, now you are seeing more of the world than i have!! anyway i'm glad you had a blast. love ya--leighanna
30th December 2006

The Man
Son, we are so impressed. As you translate to us what your eyes were able to see and pass it on to us in writing, is very impressive. We are very proud of you. You saw so much of history going to China and seeing the life of another culture. You must have been emotional when you saw The Wall. Can you imagine the hours and lives it took to build it.!!You really did a great job with the photos. We have learned so much through you....Thanks!!!!
2nd January 2007

Huh, no marathon?!
So you don't think it would be a good idea to run the Great Wall marathon, eh? I think my orthopedic surgen would suggest differently. I'm sure he would have a blast working on my knees after that. I'm glad you are enjoying your down time over seas. We'll have to get together again next time you are in the States and we can exchange stories. I'm sure you have plenty more yet to be told...

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