5 Days and Counting

I cannot believe how these days are flying by.  When I was working, the days prior to a vacation were what felt like the longest days of my life - (followed by the shortest days ever - while on vacation!)

 We have just returned from a road trip to Jasper, Grande Prairie, and Fairview to visit family.  It was quick trip and we had great travel weather. Off to Edmonton tomorrow for more visiting!  Our neighbors son is staying at our house while we are away (for 7 weeks!) and looking after our sweet Maxine puppy.  We will both miss her very much.

The planning  of this trip has been much different that our European adventure!  Most (almost all) of the planning has been looked after either by Gerald and Jyl or their Chinese connections.  Everyone seems keen to have us along and we are VERY excited to be going!

This link has given us an idea of what to expect for pricing in Shanghai.  Their currency is the Chinese Yuan Renminbi (CYN) and it is currently trading for approx 6.5 CYN for 1 CAD.

http://www.cityweekend.com.cn/shanghai/articles/mag-sh/cover-story/cost-of-living-how-our-city-stacks-up-against-the-world/