Denim Map

Dear Friends,

You probably cannot find this in the US. However, we stumbled upon it in The Gap last weekend.

Love,
Heather and Bradley

Birthday Present

Dear Friends,

This year's birthday gift from my colleague. He is also from Michigan.  Just a little bit of "home" in our kitchen.

Love,
Heather

Flowers

Dear Friends,

The market for this upscale flower shop is clearly foreigners. The English sign gives it away.

Love,
Heather

Globalization

Dear Friends,

Old Navy has made it to Shanghai. I think I would prefer that it hadn't found its way here. Takes away some of the charm of the temple.

Love,
Heather

Mystery Man

Dear Friends,

I need to study up on Buddism. I have seen this guy around many temples but am not sure who he is. Do you know?

Love,
Heather

Stone

Dear Friends,

I was not quite clear about what was going on here until I read the sign. Apparently, if you touch the stone, it brings you good luck. I hope these four are reaping the benefits.

Love,
Heather

Budda

Dear Friends,

This was one of the happy, smiling Buddas at the temple.

Love,
Heather

Jing 'an Temple

Dear Friends,

Love this "Temple of Peace and Tranquility" right in one of the busiest parts of town.

Love,
Heather