It was time to say goodbye to Bengbu, again, and "for now". Goodbyes have always been sad, but I am old enough to know that they are just chapters, and new chapters are soon to begin. Emma bids adieu to Bengbu, but I know in my heart she will be back. As the old Chinese saying goes - "Luo Ye Gui Gen". .."[no matter if a tree grows to 10,000 feet], Falling leaves return to the root".
Our Fellowship had come to an end, a very successful and meaningful journey.
(above) one last tourist stop, at the end of Nanjing Road is the Bund, and the multitude gathered to see the lights along the Huangpu river were snapping photos with their selfie-sticks. Police were already gathered in preparation for the New Year's Eve celebration (this photo was taken on the 30th of December). Last year at this time (December 31, 2014), there was a stampede at this location due to severe overcrowding during the New Year's celebration, and several people had died.
Below - On our last day in Shanghai, we had some much needed family time, as we bid farewell to Emma and her mother. We had one last meal at one of our favorite hotpot restaurants - the Dolar Shop.
And off we trudged with our suitcases that had circled the globe several times over the past several years (they had been with us at this location 5 years ago!) towards the subway, and to the airport. We were there in record time. That's definitely the way to go, if you're not too saddled with luggage.
Below - In line for boarding!
Below is a little model by the departure gates. It's been there several years now, and I remember our kids playing as preschoolers in this area. As we departed this time, however, they gave me a dismissive look as they were preoccupied with their electronic devices. Ahh, the good old days...
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