Thanksgiving 2017 Adventures Day 3.5

We had heard this rock wall was TALL! It was (in American dimensions) almost 4 stories high, 3 in China, and its massiveness did not disappoint.

 The younger kids were just climbing around to begin with.

 While Sophia attempted the harder (adult) side at first.

 Both Isabella and Tobin put on belts and tried their hand on the easier side, but it still was not easy and quite intimidating.

 After a little less than half way they both opted out. We were proud they tried, looking down was not advisable, but often couldn't be helped.

 These huge and beautiful dogs were nearby and quite friendly.

Sophia decided to try the kids' side.

 Here is some perspective:

She made it and touched the pole at the top!

 

Isabella tried again on the harder side:


And Sophia joined in the middle. Once you get past the red line it gets a little Hairy:


Before getting on the wall I was thinking as if I was my 20 year old self: piece of cake, not afraid of heights, strong enough.

There I go past the red line. My heart started beating fast and all fear crept in. My strategy: go strong and fast, legs only.

 This worked until about 3/4 the way up and I was shaking a little.
I looked down at David (oops) and said: "David, I am really actually scared"

He, and the guy belaying me reminded me to go one by one and don't look down.

 These words got me the rest of the way...over the corner part and up to the pole.
Victory. I really almost wimped out.

 And there they sat...not a care in the world.

We were so glad we conquered the rock wall. As we drove back to our friend's house the kids pointed out the sun rays and so I grabbed the shot:

Last night with friends: homemade pizza and smores!!!

Fabulous Thanksgiving...
And since they built their strength rock climbing, we figured our kids could handle holding up the building...

Hope  you enjoyed our Thanksgiving Adventures, I know we did...
On to Christmas Cheer...

Thanksgiving 2017 Adventures Day 3

On our last day we hit Dali old town for breakfast (great western breakfast place), strolled through the shops and made our way to lunch (McDonalds) . After lunch we were set to conquer the rock climbing wall. 

Sophia has her go at making this granola/honey type stuff.

Next...Rock Climbing!

Thanksgiving 2017 Adventures Day 2.5

In the afternoon we went to a new mall that had 'Berry Town' in it. This is like a mini-Kidzania (Bangkok kids town). You get a passport and make or spend money depending on what shop you go to. 

They earned money as postal workers: 

The kids split up based on interest, some became vets..

Others firefighters:

 
Yes, they actually got on a little truck and drove to a "fire"

Isabella, Gabrielle, and our friends also made cakes!

Sophia decided to become a dairy farmer:

I just really liked the outfit.

The cows were fake and huge but made a really good life-like MOOO. But they only seemed to produce water.

Tobin and E took turns at construction work, steering this 'big' crane.

and then on our way out, Sophia and Tobin showed they could act like frogs on lily pads too. 

Love these kids. 

Thanksgiving 2017 Adventures Day 2

 We braved the rain to go on a hike the day after Thanksgiving. Actually the rain stopped for the 1.5 hours we were on the mountain. It was beautiful.

We loved every piece of this hike.

There was a tea farm up here.

 And what seemed like some sort of guest house.

The adventures just kept getting bigger. And with great company, this time was a treasure!
After this we went and ate delicious pulled noodles, by then it was raining good and the fare warmed our souls!