Day Two... Or is it Three?

Today we woke up around 5:30 am China time, went to breakfast then headed out for some more sightseeing at 8:30! Our first stop was the Jade Factory. It was amazing to see how the jade is cut and to learn about the different types of jade. We then did a little shopping and picked up a pennant to give to Kara when she gets older.

Our next stop was the Great Wall of China. I started to climb, but thought I had better turn around and look to see how high I was (fear of heights here!) and yep! I had went far enough. After clinging to the wall for a little while I decided to make the descent so hanging onto the railing, I made it back down. Tony made it to the second tower where he decided that he had enough. I can't believe that the structure was man made! Our guide, Shirley said that it was called the longest cementary in the world bcause alot of people had died from the hard work and was buried in the wall.

After a delicious traditional Chinese lunch, we headed to the Summer Palace. This is where the Emperor would vacation during the summer. It was very interesting to learn about the Chinese and their culture. Colors and numbers seem to be a very huge part of the Chinese culture. The number 9 is the luckiest number and the color red means good luck.

Tomorrow we head to Wuhan and will be meeting Kara on Monday! It is almost here!!!!!!!!! So ready to see her and to just pour our love onto her!!!!! God had been so good! He has been with us every step of this journey and we are so thankful that He is watching over us!!!! Please continue to pray for Kara, Gracie and Olivia (the other 2 girls that are meeting their forever families!) for an easy transition for all!