Hamamatsu Japan

Not sure how I get more food pics than sights.

Manchester United in town

Kids enjoyed seeing these guys play a Shanghai team.

1 Kings 2:2-4

Enjoyed talking about being worthy of a King's crown with this guy today.

Biking to the sea

Saw some cool sites on a 35 mile ride to the sea and back. Quite a rarity to have some blue sky sprinkled in as the summer months are especially hazy.

Our hand held bug zapper versus an ant

The zapper wins. Watch for the spark. We need a Japanese beetle next.

An official tea ceremony

Enjoyed a drink at a famous tea house. That's friends Asa and Miriam of the Meyer family. The ceremony was conducted by a professional so no one was seriously injured.

Favorite Chinese food

This dumpling is arguably the best dumpling type in the city, and these pictured come from the most famous maker, 'Little Yang's Fried Dumplings'. Its a favorite of the whole family.

Jet Lag strikes again

He was playing normally and then it went quiet. The girls fell asleep in front of 'Ice Age 1'. Elijah is still awake here at 9:40.

Escalator Surfing

With Andrew Crandall

Cheez-its are not on sale

Please note that there are about 6.3 Chinese yuan per dollar.

The starting 5

Been playing a lot of hoops with the guys from work. They typically go at least 3 hours per outing. Ouch. Here a few joined for dinner at a local dive that serves up Korean inspired fare.

Pajama party

In China, it's not uncommon for people to wear pajamas out and about. I was fortunate to have captured this nice set for you.

Walk up hibachi bar

First time finding this option in China. Just belly up to the bar. Get ready for a date here Mrs. Bowman!!!

A handful

Pork Sandwich to go

East Shanghai Church

A city walk today included a historic church building that is still active, albeit with government approval.

Name that frog

Sure, the fish is easy enough, but where's the frog?

Mongolian BBQ

This was my choice of dipping sauce for a recent meal at a 'hot pot' restaurant.....imagine a cauldron of boiling soup and you chuck your choice of raw meats, vegetables, seafood, and more into it. 2 thumbs up.

Look Out USA!!

I just sent off this beautiful, priceless, fun package your way. Please handle with care!!!

Haulin'

I hauled, literally, this crew to the big playground today. They think it's the greatest thing although we almost didn't make it up the small hill along the way.

Beautiful weather in Tokyo

A real blessing to have some dedicated family time, with beautiful weather. And Mickey continues to run a tight ship. Everything is in tip top shape.

Love Samuel

The character is "Love". Spot on buddy!!!

New MiniVan

Aimee's new ride.

JingAn Sculpture Park

Aimee and kids are in the background.

Growth Spurt

Pardon the porcelain measuring stick but Rachel is now 5' 9"

Cruising

Elijah speeding along a river near our home. He was doing about 40 km/hr at this moment. ; )

New past time

The kids invented "sock wars" on the tramp today. So refined....

Bloomed

Rachel makes flowers seem so much more beautiful.

(hey Lisa, yesterday's park was Century Park - it's very close to our home and big enough that we can find some space to ourselves)

Motley crüe

At the park with friends, plus the Meyer kiddos. We are a walking attraction

Pools Open

Samuel 3.5, Elijah 7, Rachel 4.5, Anna 9.5

Diving Board installation is next week.

Fishy

This was our reward lunch at work today for some new business contracts. Nice.

New Pizza Hut flavor

Yes, now offering Pepperoni. That should tell you something about the 'standard' fare.