Our CHI Guide, Cindy, greeted us at the airport in Nanchang and, while traveling into the city, explained to us that this city is very different than Beijing. While Beijing has 12-13 million people, Nanchang has only 3-4 million. It is 80% agricultural and most of the local people have never seen a foreigner before. But when they do, they simply call us "Big Nose People."
Which begs an interesting question: what do they call someone who is known among the "big nose people" to have himself a big nose?
Hmmmm....Confucius say....
Nonetheless, it appears that Mia has found soothing comfort in three things thus far: (1) The blankie her Mommy (Elise) packed for her, (2) the middle and index finger of her left hand and (3) my nose.
Below is Cindy, our local CHI guide, telling us what to expect:
Monday, January 21, 2008
The Chinese Have a Name for Us...
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We are so very happy for all of you! It has been heartwarming to watch the blog-- reading Dan's descriptive posts, seeing up-to-the-minute photos of Dan and Mia enjoying each other. It is extremely cool to see Dan obviously smitten--the Proud Papa is clearly loving this part of the journey (Mia too!) Thanks for sharing.
David,Shaunda, Gray and Zane
Oh My Goodness!!!! This is so awesome. She of course is beautiful. I can't imagine the emotions filling your hearts right now; joy, relief, gratitude, humility.... God has blessed you with these precious gifts in Mia and Bri. We are so very happy and excited for you! We look forward to meeting Mia.
Blessings, The McDonalds
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