We have arrived

And actually -- considering the 5 of us and all that luggage -- it couldn't have been smoother, no missed connections and an empty seat next to me for Sophia. Helen got a special welcome back chat with the border guards and Sophia is treated like a rock star. Thomas is looking pretty tired, as are we all. We have already met up with another Fulbright family-- Deb and her daughter Kate are also going to be in Xiamen and they are in the next room. More after a few hours of sleep.