Today while Jennifer and the girls spent some time in the park outside the Temple of Heaven, we went to the S.O.S. Clinic in Beijing for Quinn's medical check-up, required prior to his departure from China. The wait was a little long, but Quinn kept himself occupied 
in the kids' playroom, and flirting with all of the nurses. The check-up was very cursory, but Quinn came out with a clean bill of health. When the doctor started her tests, Quinn insisted that the doctor not give him any shots. For those from our first adoption trip in 2000, the doctor was the same woman that looked after our babies (Dr. Chen from Montreal).I
n the afternoon, we arranged to meet up with one of Stephanie's former 
C.H. Norton daycare mates, William
, who moved back to Beijing almost 2 years ago. We visited William's school and class, and was greeted with song, games and some martial arts practice. The children were a real treat to watch, and Hannah, Stephanie and Quinn had a lot of fun. Oh, and did we mention Quinn was flirting with all of the teachers. We spent some time with William and his Mom in their apartment - Hannah wanted her Gr. 2 class to see that many Chinese people still have 
decorations up from the Chinese New Year that started on February 7. We then headed off to a hot pot dinner at (apparently) the biggest mall in Asia. The food was great (as usual). One floor of the mall houses about a dozen very large, 
fancy restaurants representing different parts of Asia, with hosts at the entrances decked out in traditional costumes of the respective region. Oh, and did we mention Quinn was flirting with all of the waitresses.
n the afternoon, we arranged to meet up with one of Stephanie's former 
C.H. Norton daycare mates, William
, who moved back to Beijing almost 2 years ago. We visited William's school and class, and was greeted with song, games and some martial arts practice. The children were a real treat to watch, and Hannah, Stephanie and Quinn had a lot of fun. Oh, and did we mention Quinn was flirting with all of the teachers. We spent some time with William and his Mom in their apartment - Hannah wanted her Gr. 2 class to see that many Chinese people still have 
decorations up from the Chinese New Year that started on February 7. We then headed off to a hot pot dinner at (apparently) the biggest mall in Asia. The food was great (as usual). One floor of the mall houses about a dozen very large, 
fancy restaurants representing different parts of Asia, with hosts at the entrances decked out in traditional costumes of the respective region. Oh, and did we mention Quinn was flirting with all of the waitresses.With 
all of the trips to and from the medical clinic and Stephanie's friend's school, the contrast between transportation in the year 2000 when we first came to Beijing, and transportation now is striking (and somewhat sad). There are very few bikes anymore, just countless cars fighting traffic jams throughout the day.
all of the trips to and from the medical clinic and Stephanie's friend's school, the contrast between transportation in the year 2000 when we first came to Beijing, and transportation now is striking (and somewhat sad). There are very few bikes anymore, just countless cars fighting traffic jams throughout the day.Tomorrow, we are touring one of the Hutongs in Beijing (an ancient city alley which is rapidly disappearing given the growth in China), as well as visiting Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City (and maybe some shopping for Jane).
4 comments:
I love Dr. Chen - glad to see another picture of her...poor Quinn looks a little fearful in that shot.
Have fun each day in Beijing - still one of my favourite cities...hopefully things will calm down some after the Olympics are done with.
Lianne
Ok so just how old is Quinn again? It sounds like he will be - no already is - a complete handful (but could you keep track of just how he manages to flirt with all the girls and document it for me for when you return?? Tips are always helpful/welcome and he sounds like a natural).
I'm envious of your time in Beijing - probably the best time to see the city in advance of the Olympics - when it will be even crazier. Oh and I'm totally with Quinn - what's with all the shots!???
Richard
Hi SJHS AND J, We recall your pics from Beijing 5 yrs ago and all the thousands of bicycles. The highwaydwrghqtc you show looks just like the 401. Now you know why the price of gas is so high and won't be coming down soon. We paid $3.37 a gallon in USA versus $1.29 2 yrs ago. Still lots of snow here but sunny, so maybe will all melt by time you get home. Love, D and J.
It's really exciting to read about your amazing adventure!
Everyone looks as if they're having a remarkable time.
I can hardly wait to see you again and to meet Quinn!
Thanks for the pictures.
Travel safely,
Mrs. Hambrock
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