temporary site for China photos and updates

my temporary site for China photos and updates is set up at http://www.dropshots.com/violetmeetslili.  Blogger is blocked in some China locations so please see this alternative sites for updates.  We are nearing our departure and almost ready to go!  I have all of my belongings organized and ready to just assemble into the actual suitcases.  Check out Aoli's new gear from her big cousin Joe...Pretty cute.

I am leaving everything spread out on my bed in the guest room so that I can continually edit down.  I would strongly prefer to not bring too much!  We are leaving on Friday, 9/3, and our wonderful neighbor has generously offered to give us a ride to the airport.  
It has been a great week, with a visit from my family over the week-end where I was showered with the most adorable gifts and clothes for Aoli and then a lovely little celebration at work.  Thanks to all of you.  It makes this last week special and now I am prepared with lots of great nine-year old gear.

Gerry and I finally finished the bedroom and even got to move on to setting up her playroom/hang-out room.  We will just have to wait and see what she feels like doing but we are getting plenty of space set up for her to pursue whatever she likes.