We're shakin this town.

Tomorrow morning we're bound for Changsha! YES! Whew! Home!

Our visit has been meaningful in a number of ways. For one, the neurologists confirmed that Jonathon's brain is healthy. It bears the effects of a large abscess two years ago, but it's recovered beautifully. The physicians were delighted with his progress and predicted a bright future for Jonathon.

Doctors affirmed that Jon's swallowing difficulties are not caused by a neurological problem. The endoscopy revealed a small area of minor narrowing in the esophagus, which they thought was not significant enough to account for a swallowing problem. Jonathon will benefit from seeing a speech pathologist someday! It's not a pressing concern. He's well-nourished, growing and has more energy than a nuclear power plant.

Ooough we can't WAIT to see the rest of our family. A day of train travel tomorrow, then the grand reunion.

counting the graces

thank you Father for

sleeping with my arms around jonathon

witty, upbeat endoscopologist

ethan who contentedly listens to my expressive long-winded monologes on skype

relaxing rickshaw ride

buying train tickets was a breeze

found bagels