Yesterday we visited the famous Yellow Crane Tower in Wuhan City. An-an had not been there (although you could see her orphanage in the distance from atop the tower). I think it will be a great memory for her. The afternoon was laid back. We went shopping to Carrifore (French walmart).

We were ecstatic to find some Chin/Engl flash cards with pictures, etc. They will be great for teaching English and helping us communicate. Also had some comedy moments - trying to ask for directions, trying to ask for a to-go container, etc. But we figured it out. An is getting more comfortable, sometimes starting to act like a normal 10yr old and jump on the bed, push the limits. Today, we go to a museum and more paperwork. Some amazing moments - An giving me a hug for the first time, etc. Also really neat and made us want to cry - at the store counter there was a collection box for An's orphanage. she recognized the words and got excited. I lifted her up and let her put some $ in the box. tomorrow we head for Guangzhou and more "federal" paperwork. we also re-unite with other adoptive parents there.

Later, love to all.,

Paul