I've come out of my twelve hour flight from LA feeling pretty good. I'm good for sleep on the plane. I got a bulk head seat. That's almost like having a business class seat. No movies and basic food but that's ok too. Because of disease control we all had to have our temperature taken on the plane. A bunch of guys with masks came by with a thermometer that looked like something from Star Trek and zapped us all in the forehead. The Beijing is massive and empty. It is easy to imagine the rising noise level as people arrive. Chinese is a culture in love with the noise of people. The frenzy to in line, buy gifts, snacks for the flight, saying good bye to friends and family, will watch over this massive monument to flight like a flood.

 I'll be in Kunming before the mornings out. Traveling an epic distance while sleeping comfortably. Now if I can get some water for some green tea or some puer or even an oolong. Ok. Now I have some Bi Luo Chun. I'm checked in and waiting for the plane. It would have cost $5 and not been very good. Austin
Best wishes
Austin