The People with us in Nanchang

We developed two special relationships in Guangzhou.

First - the Kuechenbergs. They are a sweet family of 6 that became a family of 7. From Indiana. Gary and Cindy with kids Anna (13), Nathaniel (12), John (that's Mr. Kuechenberg to you!) (10), Seth (5)...and new addition Mary Joy (6).

We travelled together to Nanchang. Got our children together (mad dash through crazy traffic in rain to baby building). Ate a bunch of meals together (including a buffet, another buffet, another buffet, another buffet...you get the picture). Went to a fountain/laser show at the river (and lost/found one of their children, though we don't know which one). Toured together. Worshipped together. Laughed together. Bonded together.

Second - Mary, our guide. Mary works in a government department in Nanchang...but acts as a liason for many adoption agencies in Nanchang. She, effectively, was Bethany Christian Services for us while in Nanchang. She picked us up...ushered us through the administrative steps...toured with us...got us to Western and Chinese food...etc. She spoke excellent English, has a great manner, and was a joy to work with. Plus she got my sense of humor which is an accomplishment in itself.