Tuesday, May 21

Another busy day in China. We took the boys down to breakfast in their strollers so we were able to finally enjoy breakfast. My waffle with peanut butter syrup as never tasted so good.

At 9:30 we were off to the temple with the other family and Elvin. We had not been to this temple before . It was very interesting until Caleb became very unhappy. I think the combination of a very raw bottom and the heat was getting to him.

Next stop was Pediastrian Street. Love this area. Lots of stores and people. The roads are closed to cars. We bought the boys a couple of shirts.

We were then dropped off at Shamian Island. I love visiting the island. So many memories. We ate lunch at Lucy's before beginning our shopping.

It appears there was a big storm recently on the island. Tree branches were down everywhere even in the river. There was a huge uprooted tree that fell right on the playground.

After a little shopping and lots of money spent it was time to head back to the hotel. I was very proud of Zachary. He hailed us a taxi and paid for it himself. My boy is growing up!

The rest of the night we stayed in the room except for a short visit to the playground on the 4th floor.

Today was the day we got the boys to wear different shoes. Until today they would only wear the ones they were wearing when we got them. One of the shopkeepers on the island was able to get Jacob interested in a pair and we changed Caleb's while he was sleeping. Today they both seem happy with their new squeaky shoes.

First photo is their old shoes, second is their new squeaky shoes. All the other photos are on my camera so I will post them later.