Cottrells in China

These are some of our photos during a faculty exchange between my university (Central Washington University) and Anhui University in Hefei China. We started by heading east from Washington to NYC, DC, France, then China. Since January we're back in the States, missing our many friends in China.

Saturday, December 02, 2006

Homeward Bound (t&r)

As we boarded the plane at SeaTac on July 16, 2006 we knew we were in for an exciting 5 1/2 months. What we didn't know was just what a spectacular adventure it would be. From our first hellos with old friends in New York to our last goodbyes with new friends in China, this will be an experience that will be with us for years to come. Our stopover here in Hawaii on the way home has provided us with one more opportunity to see something new together as a family. There has been no end to the kindness and generosity we've been shown and the beautiful sights we've seen. For this final post we've chosen more of our favorite photos that we feel reflect all the fabulous people and places we've been fortunate enough to be a part of since leaving home. We hope they give you another glimpse into what has been, to date, one of the most fascinating trips for our family. Happy travels.

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Campus housing

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Coming home with sugar cane

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Wash time

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So many people

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Mid-day school break

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Talented candy vendor

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Dinner time on the street ... the vendor

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Dinner time on the street ... the hungry customer

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Gardens and garbage, peacefully coexisting

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Evening street life near our home

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More of the life

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So sweet

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Other westerners!

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Show time

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What a view

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The most unique staircase ever

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Fun with friends

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An old temple

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Ancient temple

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Tea time

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Day at the North Shore of Oahu

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Tom is almost getting a tan (almost)

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Parasailing of Waikiki!

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What a team