Aimee took photos of our home. It feels like home for me and Elijah. Anna and Aimee are slowly getting there I think. This evening, Anna told a dinner guest that she lived in Holland on Jacob Avenue. Ah, the sweet days of Jacob Avenue.
We had Huong Xiaona over for dinner tonight. She is the translator/human resource person that has helped us out a ton over the last 6 weeks. And she's super sweet and nice so we like hanging out with her.
Anna got a big kick out of her Chinese skills. Xiaona got a big kick out of Anna using her name frequently in conversation just like it was Abbi, Alex, or Jacob. We were all impressed.
Aimee and I were impressed when Xiaona explained that one of here favorite novels was Pride and Prejudice! She had to read it for a college class (her major was English). So, we actually spoke about Mr. Darcy with a Chinese friend tonight. Go figure. Most Americans don't understand the love triangle that is Mr. Darcy/Lizzie/Mr. Collins (LOL) but Xiaona does!
Anna also tried to demonstrate her chops stick skills for Xiaona but eventually gave up when, after 15 minutes, she realized she hadn't eaten anything.
We had a good time introducing her to tacos/tortilla chips/salsa and choc chip cookies. It was a lot of fun.
Enjoy checking out the Bowman crib! And remember, it's even better in person.
RB
2 comments:
It's beautiful!! More pictures please when you get the chance. You'll have to have Xianoa over for a pride and prejudice marathon.
Thanks for keeping up your blog so frequently. I love reading it. Except I don't quite get the toilet thing... perhaps you'll explain in more detail later?
love to each of you!
missy
I totally get the toilet thing...and I can't wait. The suspense is practically killing me. As I understand it, at first glance it appears to be some kind of fun aim and shoot carnival game.
I'm interested to know the diffences in method and technique between Ryan and Liu Yi.
Phil
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