Sunday, February 24, 2013

China 2013

The Great Firewall of China is still in full effect, and Sharon can't access things like blogger. Luckily Gmail is still accessible, so she sent me some pictures to share. They have been gone for 3 weeks now, 2 more to go. It sounds like they're having a good time, but I know it hasn't always been easy. I'm glad they were able to go and be with family for Chinese New Year.

They got really lucky and got an extra seat on the way to China

Sharon's parents, happy to see the grandkids

We bought the boots here, but you might notice the pants and especially Enoch's shirt have a local flavor

The kids with their grandma, first cousin once removed, and second cousin.


Notice the KFC sign. One of the few places with a playground.

Having fun in the snow

Playing around the factory/shop at grandma and grandpa's house

Uncle Peng Peng


Oranges in bed. Enoch gets to sleep on a couch, Michael gets a bed similar to a pack and play

No car seats...

The kids with Grandma at some sort of crafty activity

A dragon on the streets during Chinese New Year

A playground. It was about $3 per child for admission

A Chinese New Year feast

Sharon's mom (2nd from left) and 3 aunts

Kids with their second cousin

Lots of Sharon's cousins here. The guy on the far left is her brother, and the girl holding Enoch is his girlfriend. They've been together for several years now, and she "waited" for him when he was in the military for 2 years.

Sharon's straightened and cut hair! What a beauty.



3 comments:

Taylor said...

You must miss your family like crazy. It was fun seeing the China pics.

Melanie said...

Thanks for the great photos, Sam! We've been waiting for an update. Love to all!

Leslie said...

The boys look like they're wearing so many clothes! I love their local flavor. Sharon looks so cute. I love seeing photos of her family. Hope you're doing ok alone!