March 8th: For now I’m in Beijing with a couple days of down time until Ellen arrives from Seattle, and Matt and the family return from Cambodia. I found the Hutong House I painted three years ago. Thought I … Continue reading →

Today is my first full day in Beijing, so after finishing unpacking I went across the street to pick up a magazine for the month’s activities and events.  Paged through it, checking stuff here and there — and then came … Continue reading →

I’ve been neglecting to mention that in a few days (2, to be exact) I am leaving to spend 6 weeks, maybe more, with my son Matthew and his family in Beijing, China.  My daughter, Ellen, will be there too, … Continue reading →