Another day, and we have another really early morning. Judy has begun to take advantage of the early mornings, and is resuming her morning walks. She was walking almost every morning the last two years in Arlington, but hadn’t felt like it since we arrived in Beijing. If she can get her daily walking regimen in, and I can get my swimming done, and add some healthier eating habits, we might actually improve our health. Who would’ve thought it? We’ll see how it goes.

Judy calls later in the day and lets me know she’s going to need a foot massage after work. She’s wants to try the neighborhood spa, which is slightly “less upscale and full of character”, but close to the apartment. I’ve been several times, and it’s really cheap. We walked in, had our feet massaged for an hour (including a 15 minute shoulder/neck massage) and walked out after paying 136rmb or $22. We stopped at a local noodle shop on the way home for dinner. Back at the apartment later, we’re feeling re-integrated to Beijing.