Yesterday we met our student guides from BTU. There were four of them, Raul, Angela, Prosper and Becki and then later Sophie joined us. All are great kids, which were really helpful and fun to have around. We started with lunch together and then we were off to the Temple of Heaven. It was beautiful, but not at all what I imagined heaven to be like. Once again I was stared at because of my red hair. I had a young girl come up to me, in English ask me my name and then ask to take a picture with me. She was so excited when I told her yes. I guess I really am royalty here. The student guides then came back to the hotel with us and played games with us. The funny thing is that they wanted to play games like Chutes and Ladders and Candy Land. They loved it.
Beijing is filled with unique people, smells and sounds. It has taken some time to get used to the smells here. I go from smelling something really good (food) to smelling the garbage that lines the street. I feel like I am in sensory overload sometimes. The people are amazing and I have begun to fall in love with their genuine hearts and compassion for one another. They treat each other with such respect here. Mom and I took a walk yesterday morning and found a quiet little park filled with grandparents taking care of their grandchildren. It is so different to see only one child per family. I am so used to seeing larger families in the United States. The love their children well here and I think that the parents in the US could learn so much about the privilege it is to have children.
Dad is working in His wisdom here. The Student Guides have asked great questions about the US and it's culture. Dad continues to give wisdom and care. It has been fun to see.
That's it for today. We are off to a Chinese market to experience shopping in China. Love you all! Continue to keep us in your thoughts.
Lisa
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