Rizhao

Carnival on the beach at sunset

Team Qufu

Dusk at the beach with Alison and Sarah

Fish Face!

The Pearl Market--Check out my new black pearls

Yeah, we don't know them.  They just really wanted their picture with Chip.

New friends on the train

Dinner with Team Rizhao

Team Qufu took the train to Rizhao (to the coast!) for the weekend.  It was great to double our team size, fellowship together on Sunday, and enjoy the calming waves at the beach.  The water was even warm (and clean) enough for swimming.  We felt encouraged after being with Team Rizhao.  They are rich in China experience and have a deep love for the Father.

One of the highlights was the train ride.  We only had standing tickets so we started out standing in the aisles, but soon people squished in tightly to make room for us.  People crowded around us to practice their English.  Alison was even offered a marriage proposal.  It was quite a ride!