If you've ever met a "one of a kind" person--someone you know you'll never ever forget--you'll understand what we're experiencing with "Diana" (real name Leung Po Chun). She is an absolute character, and a loving and gracious hostess. When Elder Powell asked her how long she's known the Chamberlains, she said, "A very long, long time--since before I was born." (It's only been a week in mortality, however). With a few pictures and videos, I'm trying to paint a picture of what it's like to be in Diana's presence, but it doesn't come close to conveying it. When we got off the bus this time, we were each greeted with a huge hug, a sun umbrella, a cool pack for Sister Chamberlain, and the warmest, friendliest laughter and smile you've ever seen. We're glad we were able to bring the Powell's with us on this Pday so that we could share the "Diana experience" with them.
Conversation is largely in English, as Diana wants to work on her language. When she struggles, she glances over at me (Elder Chamberlain), says the word in Cantonese, and then hopefully I give an English translation.
The stilt side of stilt houses, or "Paan Uk"
Ho Jeung Mui (One of Dian's Friends), Sister Chamberlain, Elder Chamberlain, Elder Powell, Sister Powell. This is where we bought fresh, live shrimp which we ate about 15 minutes later
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