Beijing/Tianjin

The day started out packing our bags for the big move to TJ but, first we did some sightseeing before we left Beijing. We had to say good bye to our tour guide of the last couple of days Lina, since she was not feeling well. She was so nice that she even gave us a departing gift. Which I thought was very nice of her, Thanks to Paul for bringing thank you cards so we could show her that we appreciated the work she did for taking care of us and showing us a good time while in Beijing. After a trip to the Temple Heaven and some lunch we boarded a high speed train to TJ. We cruised at nice leisurely pace of 330 kph or I believe 210 mph on our way.
Tianjin
We arrived and got settled into our hotel and meet Sam who did this trip a couple of years ago and no is teaching English here in China because enjoyed his trip so much. We meet our Chinese counterparts from the Nanking University at Golden Hans restaurant. I hit off with one of the students and within five minutes she gave me the most humbling experience in my life. I'm probably going to butcher her name here but I'll give it a shot. Zua Yu Lu asked me to give her an American name so it would be easier for us to call her. This experience was truly one I will never forget since; I do not know if she will use the rest of her. I take it liking name your child. I guess I should be honored that she asked me to do this. I came up with the name Jewel for here since the first part of her name is pronounced with a J and kind reminds me of the beginning of Jewel. She is going to give my Chinese name later on in the trip.
I hope everyone in Minnesota is safe and sound after the severe weather that has taken place there. Time for bed and another exciting day tomorrow as we start our classes.