[Just Susan]

Thanks everyone for your nice words.
Some comments...

Kathieand Ronda if you enjoyed it, it was worth it!

I wish we could have stayed as long as your friends Gracie. China is a very interesting place. We went to Beijing, Xian, and Hong Kong about 11 days, then on to other countries. Could have spent years and definitely want to go back for more, more, more.

Mikark and CIB when we were there, we hired a a private guide and driver. There is more flexability and customization to one's schedule that way and well worth it. While we were there, our guide commented that the National Bird of China was the Crane. She was referring to the metal giants hovering over all the half-built buildings growing up from the dirt everywhere! The Olympics has changed the face of Beijing more than any other one event in the history of China.

Amazing change, amazing progress, amazing loss.