Freda and I had a visit from Luo Xiao Mei recently. She was one of the girls' homework tutors, and now a good friend. She'd come all the way from Yutang in Mojiang County just to see us (and buy some new trainers for her brother!). As you can see she didn't come empty-handed. Clockwise from top left: a huge xiang yan fruit (as yet untasted); jar of yancai pickle; some enormous plump aubergines; huge cucumbers; salted duck eggs. And it was all grown or produced by her farmer parents. They're busy at the moment twisting and hanging the harvested tobacco leaves in their tobacco tower for drying. Later Xiao Mei and Freda had a great time shopping.
Meanwhile, Lesley and Edie are having fun in the countryside. Their internet connection expired at the end of July but should be reconnected soon. Mammoth cleaning sessions are followed by idyllic walks in the shadow of the Great Wall. Freda and I hope to join them soon...
Meanwhile, Lesley and Edie are having fun in the countryside. Their internet connection expired at the end of July but should be reconnected soon. Mammoth cleaning sessions are followed by idyllic walks in the shadow of the Great Wall. Freda and I hope to join them soon...
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