Picture Day

Looks like there might be a couple of pictures posted today! I hope you're able to see them.

Valentine's Day wasn't much different here than in the states. Flowers and Candy everywhere. Many vendors were along the streets and offered curbside service. We planned to eat at an Italian restaurant we had heard about but were surprised with a special Valentine's menu which was beyond our budget. Settled for good old baked potatos and sweet peas at our own apartment. Familiar foods are very comforting.

This morning we added several miles to our walk to work because we had to deliver a key to a friend's apartment. We're really enjoying the exercise. This afternoon we're going to visit the US Consulate and get registered as residents of Chengdu. We walked by it yesterday and were impressed with the security. Hope all goes well.

Yesterday I changed some dollars to RMB, (Chinese denomination). I was surprised in the afternoon by a call from the teller. He had forgotten to make a copy of my passport and was wondering if I could return to the bank. The grateful smile on his face was worth the return walk.