Maurice MARIA ... THANKS FOR ANOTHER FANTASTIC VIRTUAL ADVENTURE. I'M GLAD THAT I KNOW YOU OR I'D NEVER GET TO GO TO THESE NEAT PLACES. DID YOU NEVER GET A PICTURE OF THE 'FAT SISTERS'? OH WELL! YOU CAN'T WIN THEM ALL. COME HOME SAFELY NOW. HERE WE ARE BATHED IN RAIN AND IT IS SO CLOSE TO FREEZING THAT WE'VE HAD TO BRING THE GERANIUMS IN FROM THE BALCONY-GARDEN. NONE-THE-LESS THE RAIN AND MOISTURE IS A 'GOOD-THING' AND THE CITY IS GREENING-IN BEAUTIFULLY. EDMONTON WILL BE LOOKING IT'S BEST WHEN YOU GET HOME. CALL US AS SOON AS YOU ARE FREE TO DO SO ... ITS ABOUT THE BRIAN'S BIRTHDAY. TAKE CARE OUT THERE FROM MAURICE

Megan Whiteside Geez that went quick. I cant believe it's over. Well i think it's very important that you provide some written words for us people on the other side of the world who won't get a chance to pop in and have a natter. I really really want to hear about it as well. PS where is the next trip? :) Love you gorgeous Meg

Cheryl & Fred Thanks for keeping us all up to date with your travels-great pictures! Looking forward to hearing about all of your adventures when you return home. It is incredibly hot here right now but will be cooling off by the time you are back. Cathy's cat Sammy has decided our front porch is his domain. What a brazen kitty-he doesn't even open his eyes when I come up the steps. Have a safe trip home.

Harvey, Louise, Leanne & Kittens What a great physical effort to capture such photographic excellence! Loved the shots taken in the countryside! So glad that you took both cameras. Soon it will be time to board the big white bird & time to enjoy some hot toast, a cold fruit smoothie! Safe journey, Maria.....

Megan Whiteside Hey beautiful, Your pictures and adventures look incredible. Makes me want to put on my hiking boots and get walking. Im amazed though that you can manage to get so many scenic photos without people in them. You're journey is just incredible and very inspiring. Would love to see these places too. cuddles Meg

Rose Henley Hi, Maria: We are enjoying your pictures and it looks like you are having some great experiences. I think us "older" folk will stick with the bus tours for our China trip - can't see Herb and I trekking the gorge! Looking forward to hearing all about your trip when you get back. Take care. Love from Rose and Herb.

Maurice (&Brian) DEAREST MARIA ... IT APPEARS THAT YOU HAVE BEEN HAVING A WONDERFUL TRIP. I HAVE ESPECIALLY BEEN ENJOYING THE PHOTOS AT LIJIANG. I THINK SOME OF THOSE SHOTS ARE CLASSICALLY BEAUTIFUL AND WORTHY OF FRAMING. THERE IS ONE DISAPPOINTMENT THO'. WHERE ARE THE 'FAT SISTERS'? WHAT, NO PHOTO? THE YAK MEAT CERTAINLY LOOKED APPEALING. YAK MEAT! TRAVEL SAFELY! SEE YOU SOON IN BEAUTIFUL SUNNY SUMMERY EDMONTON, ALBERTA MAURICE P.S.: HI TO THE CHIASSONS!

Allan & Donna Looks as if you are getting lots of climbing in, the pictures are awesome. Have a great last week. Keep smiling

Gail & Michael Wow, looks like alot of stairs!! Hopefully the weather has improved and it is easier to get around. I was not too keen on your bathroom facilities at the Monestary - yuk. Love ya! :)