We roamed the city for about 6 hours before heading back to our hotel! We took a train, then double decker bus, then a trolley to a place called "the Peak". Yep, we used all forms of transportation this afternoon! :) The mall we went to was at the very top of a mountain (thus, the named Peak). However, I didn't realize that when we started out this morning! So when we (and 95 other people) piled on this double decker bus & started heading through town & up this very steep mountain with very narrow roads, I knew then that the Lord was really stretching my faith this trip! :)
But all went well. We had a nice day sight seeing and only got turned around a few times! HK is much like America/Tampa just busier. There were a lot of familiar stores and restaurants which made the city not so overwhelming. We've yet to venture out food-wise but taking all the public transportation is good enough so far. Also, skipping the touristy stuff in Beijing and flying right into HK was definitely the right choice for us! Not only did it give us a chance to catch up on some sleep, but not having a schedule to stick to made everything more enjoyable. Kind of like the calm before the storm, but we needed it. We talked today how our lives are going to completely change in a mere 48 hours, and we often catch ourselves staring at little children and wondering if Madison is going to be that tall, or that size, or that so dang cute!
So, thanks for all the thoughts and prayers. We check out of the hotel tomorrow around noon and then take a 30 min. taxi ride to the train station for a quick 2 hr. bullet train ride to Guangzhou (which David loves...daddy wishes you were here for the train ride Morgan! :-)) Where we will stay for the duration of our trip, minus one day back in HK to fly out. I'll let you know what I think of the train ride tomorrow.
Enjoy the pics and have a great morning. We're off to dinner as it is 6 pm here...goose necks and chickens feet anyone? Just kidding!
Melissa
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| hotel lobby |
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| Outside the hotel going to the train. Very windy! |
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| double decker bus to HK Island |
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| Awww! My happy place! |
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| I can't believe they have a Bubba Gumps here! |
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| Tour Bus |
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| view from escalator at 5 story mall |
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| inside of the mall--lots of people everywhere! |
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| down town HK |
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| Apple Store...just for you, Bill! |
Ok Melissa! You are one up on me. I have NEVER toured HK. :-) I'm so proud of you. Wow, you are the adventurer. I'm so glad you are having fun.
ReplyDeleteThe photo of the Apple Store made me laugh! I'm showing Bill the blog now.
Enjoy your dinner. Enjoy your sleep. I can't wait to hear what you think of the train.
You are doing a great job of reporting. Love every detail and the pictures. See who needs to go there when we have you. Safe journey tomorrow and we look forward to your next update. Based on your picture of Madison she is definately going to be the cutest little girl. Once you get ahold of her to dress and style there will be question. Praying everyone's heart just knows it is to be as soon as you meet.
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I'm soo proud of you. Long airplane flights, strange city and culture AND you're coming home with a beautiful daughter! We're praying for everyone's transition and safety. God is definitely going to bless your obedience.
ReplyDeleteLove you! Lynne
Thanks for keeping us all up to date! Glad you made it save and are enjoying your visit there!!
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