Many River's to Cross

So the lovely scenic photos up in the previous post were from yesterday's excursion. I was told we were going to the sea. Expecting a trip to the beach I packed a soccer ball, a book, and my shades. Heading towards the door I see my host father dressed in socks and a long sleeve shirt. Maybe its chilly next to the water, I didn't know and scurried out the door with my sandals on. While driving to our destination I was asked if I knew where we were going and I said the sea. They agreed but said we were going to the mountains as well. That would explain their hiking apparel they were sporting. Instead of the sea we ended up climbing a mountain. It was easy going but I felt a little like a monk climbing a mountain in sandals. I felt silly until I saw the lady with high heels on. The view was great, I always loved mountains. We ate at a small restaurant, and I improved my chopstick skills. The soup I was served had enormously long noodles. The proper technique is to grab the noodles with the chopsticks in your right hand and place the selected noodles onto the spoon balanced in your left hand. Not easy to start but I managed to eat. The last stop of the night was at a family friend's house. Where I was encouraged to try, everything they happened to be serving. I was more than happy because I was allowed the luxury of sitting on a couch. It was amazing! When people count their blessing I don't think the couch usually makes the list. It made mine yesterday. We were served some fine Taiwan tea which is brewed in small amounts and served in minuscule tea cups. The tea is great and is constantly brewed to refill the smaller sized cups. A little while later one of the "Bring It On" movies were on TV, with mandarin subtitles. Well I guess that's it my day was made by a short hike and a couch to sit on.