We're here in Beijing, fresh off the clueless boat. The ride from Hong Kong was very nice and I would recommend DragonAir to all. The Beijing taxi drivers are great... as long as their passengers show them where to go. Doh! We got a bit nervous when our driver pulled out a map and handed it to me. I quickly flipped through my guide book and travel notes as I examined the map. I pointed to what looked like our hotel and the driver give me the thumbs up. The adventures just keep rollin in, I love it. Also, our driver was quite the character. A very jovial budda looking fellow who apparently loves his beer and knows all the American cars. Interestingly, he also listens to the english radio station in an effort to learn the language. We listened to a program about hair on the way to the hotel, he's going bald and kept pointing to his head laughing hysterically. He also chuckled as I tried to pronounce the names of the buildings and streets we passed. A very funny guy. Our hotel is quite nice and I've seen a few of my fellow students milling around so at least I know I'm in the right place. Beijing is a bustling city with lots of people on bikes. I'm really looking forward to the next few days of exploring. I will forever say that I'm thankful for traffic in Dallas. The bikes, buses, and other drivers are crazy here with countless near accidents and fender benders averted by inches. Watch out Beijing... the Ransdells have arrived! PS: Sarah, you be nice and remember what I told you about the drool and ... well, tummy issues...
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So glad you are in a new place and safe. Keep the good times rolling and all the fun descriptions coming and the great pictures. Last night caught Shelby digging in the yard and all we could see was her back end, we decided she was digging to China. All of them have had a dig in the hole, can't quite figure out what they have found, but we covered up the hole. Shelby had muddy paws and didn't appreciate being cleaned up. Catch up to you soon. L & K.
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