Were Made for Walkin’

These boots were made for walkin’ . . .

They sure make a statement.

Szechuan Green Beans

If you like spice, you’ll love these green beans with garlic and spices. Available throughout China and the world.

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• Szechuan Green Beans and Red Pepper (tastespace.wordpress.com)
• Asian Green Bean Bruschetta (barefootboho.co.uk)
• Grandma’s Green Beans & Tasting Life (joywillgrow.com)

Duck Restaurant

Not the best place, but I like the sign.

Skating

On Hu Hai

This lake in northern Beijing is popular for skating and frolicking in the winter.

Trinkets

At the Pearl Market

February Theme: Umbrellas

Traditional umbrellas

When I heard about this theme months ago, I was certain what I’d post. To see more of the interpretations of this month’s theme day take a look here.

A few umbrellas thus far:

• Paris Daily Photo
• Valladoid Daily Photo
• My Manila
• Yankee in Belgrade
• Sydney – Australia

• Umbrellas… (thislifestatus.wordpress.com)
• Redesigned Umbrella Handle For Those Who Refuse To Stop Texting When It Rains (gizmodo.co.uk)