Washington DC, March 28 - 30, 2008

Took Amtrak, both trips, each lasting less than 2 1/2 hours, were quite uneventful. Per my GPS, the train was traveling at speeds of up to 120 mph.

Stayed at the George Hotel right by Union Station. A small hotel, reasonable rate. Area is a bit scary after dark.

Met up with Ruby & David, Eileen, Gary and their daughter Ashley. We knew Eileen and Gary from when we lived in Los Angeles.

Cherry Blossom festival. Caught the flowers at peak time. Gorgeous days to be walking in the groves. Much more crowded than last time we went (a couple of years ago).


DC is beautiful in the spring.

Saw Wagner's "The Flying Dutchman" at Kennedy Center.


Outside the Kennedy Center.

Hong Kong, March 6 - 17, 2008.

Some highlights.

Stayed at Rosedale. Ruth & Steven were visiting from Australia also.

Rode the Ngong Ping 360. It reopened recently after a falling accident about a year ago. Actually the system was stuck a couple of times after our trip. Things at the Village looked more normal, more tourists, more worshipers.

Dinner with Kashi, Ruby & David Law.


Elaine's prize-winning arrangement at the Floral Show. They moved the sign soon after this picture was taken.


Village of Tai Wan Tau, where I spent a lot of time as a child.