We fly into Guangzhou late last night and the girls did great on the plane over. Both fell asleep within minutes of takeoff and didn't wake up until we landed! The weather here is awesome and everyone is glad to ditch the heavy coats. We are also grateful for the Mattel playroom at the hotel as well as the playground within walking distance.
At the White Swan Hotel
Local Playground 
This morning we had our passport photo and medical exam and as expected she screamed the entire time! Even though our guide told her they were not going to give her a shot -- every examining area she screamed even louder - there were 4 in total.
We had lunch at Lucy's (for those that have been here) and discovered that Kylee is in love with French Fries and Ketchup! She has become an expert at dipping her fries in the ketchup and even examines the tip of the fry to make sure it has the right amount! She tried a grill cheese sandwich and we're not entirely sure if she liked it or ate half her sandwich so that I would give her more fries.
The Geveke family
At the White Swan HotelLocal Playground This morning we had our passport photo and medical exam and as expected she screamed the entire time! Even though our guide told her they were not going to give her a shot -- every examining area she screamed even louder - there were 4 in total.
We had lunch at Lucy's (for those that have been here) and discovered that Kylee is in love with French Fries and Ketchup! She has become an expert at dipping her fries in the ketchup and even examines the tip of the fry to make sure it has the right amount! She tried a grill cheese sandwich and we're not entirely sure if she liked it or ate half her sandwich so that I would give her more fries.
Ice cream treat!
Kylee can't decide if she likes it!
Tuesday we have her "swearing in" and then we head home early Wednesday morning (very, very early!). Mia misses all her friends and school and I think if she could go home today, she would be on the next plane. She did great and we are extremely proud of her, I think she is enjoying the role of Big Sister -- Jie Jie.
Kylee has discovered barrettes in her hair but has taken to a blue Lady Bug and truly doesn't care if I think it matches her outfits.
She has also taken to a new pair of shoes we bought her in Xi'an and refuses to try on (or wear) any other pair. The shoes are red ankle books so I'm not sure what we are going to do when the weather warms up. She also wants to dress in the traditional Chinese way of layering (3 layers on top and 3 on the bottom) and doesn't care that it is nearly 77 degrees. Hopefully we will be able to break this habit by July!
Kylee has discovered barrettes in her hair but has taken to a blue Lady Bug and truly doesn't care if I think it matches her outfits.
She has also taken to a new pair of shoes we bought her in Xi'an and refuses to try on (or wear) any other pair. The shoes are red ankle books so I'm not sure what we are going to do when the weather warms up. She also wants to dress in the traditional Chinese way of layering (3 layers on top and 3 on the bottom) and doesn't care that it is nearly 77 degrees. Hopefully we will be able to break this habit by July!Drum Tower - Xi'an
Outside the Drum Tower
Overlooking Xi'an from the Drum Tower
The Geveke family
