Monday, 9 July 2012

Princess Alex and other things

Well, we now have hard proof of what we already knew... Alex is a Chinese princess and we have pictures to prove it!

Yesterday was spent in a Chinese police station (no... I was not arrested). Just some documentation for Nicole's passport. This morning we visited a local temple which dates back to 623 AD. As Alex aptly put it (very loudly) "Wow, that's older then Grandma!" For the record, she didn't specify which one.

Nicole continues to adjust very well. She slept solidly through the night and continues to show her sunny disposition. She seems to have a stubborn streak and wants to walk on her own without holding hands. Luckily we are used to stubborn children! Alex continues to dote on her and is very protective of her. We were in a grocery store and a lady behind us was staring at Nicole, Alex turned around and glared at her and let me tell you if looks could kill.... Alex gets her fair share of stares and people wanting to talk to her and touch her (one lady started patting her back). We notice that a lot of men stare as well. We are probably being a little overly paranoid, and try to be polite while also keeping her close. We are also becoming excellent traffic dodgers! Crossing the street here is like playing a human game of Frogger!
















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5 comments:

  1. Sounds like Alex has assumed her role of big sister very nicely.

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  2. Alex sounds wonderful with Nicole.
    Happy to know that Alex didn't specify which Grandma...probably mean't both of us !!!!!!!!!!!
    Glad to hear that Nicole has a stubborn streak...a really good trait !
    Have lots of fun.
    Love Mum and Grandpa Charles

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  3. An absolutely beautiful picture of Alex. Nicole looks happy and alex is dotting. Older than Grandma, I agree with Helen its probably both of us. Have a wonderful time and keep everybody safe. Love you guys. mom and ray

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  4. Alex! I have always known we were kindred Princess's. I love the picutre of you in the princess dress you look beautful. Enjoy the rest of your trip. Loving the pictures and what is going on each day.

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  5. So John, Nicole didn't scream when you picked her up?

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