I'll share a little bit about the weekend...
Friday, I joined some friends of friends to watch the Royal Wedding at an Irish bar in the French Concession called O'Malley's. I got there just after Kate walked in, so was able to catch all the important nuptials. The bar, both inside and outside in their lovely courtyard, was full of Brits and all kinds of Royal admirers. Some people were all decked out in beautiful hats and formal dresses. It was pretty cool to see so many people coming together in a foreign land to celebrate.
Courtyard at O'Malley's for Royal Wedding |
After browsing through a few stores, we got back on the metro for a few more stops and headed to Century Park. This park was wonderful! Tons of open space, lots of trees and lots of people! There were 3 person bikes for rent and little paddle boats to take out on a big lake. There were lots of families out, many with tents out on the grassy areas to keep the young ones out of the sun. I saw no less than 4 brides taking pictures - several outfit changes, awkward poses and patient husbands. We took a walk around the lake and had ice cream. I can't wait to take Adam back to the park, that is if I'm able to pry him away from the fake market!!
Tingting and me at Century Park in Pudong |
Sunday, I took my 2nd yoga class in Shanghai. Like most things in Shanghai, this yoga studio has proven to be a little bit backwards and uncomfortable. First, they made me sign a contract of which the smallest was either 50 classes or 6 months unlimited - both costing the same. So, I went with the 6 months unlimited, vowing that I will take more than 50 classes to get my money's worth. I paid a ridiculous amount, but really feel like it will be good for several reasons. First and foremost, it is wonderful strengthener for my knee. Also, it will give me something to do and somewhere to go outside of work! Its actually in my office building which is very convenient, and I will even try to take some classes over the lunch hour. They have both hot and flow yoga classes, and a varied schedule. The first class I attended made me pretty nervous - the teachers and most of the people in the class were really yogis (people with are good and very experienced). The American teacher, Bill, was very serious and very pushy. As in - "I didn't say water, put your water down," "why aren't you listening, I said right over left" and "You aren't acting like you want to be here today". Now comments like this I would fully expect from my college soccer coach, but not from my yoga instructor. So, I was pretty nervous my whole first class. Luckily, none of the comments were directed at me - only watch your knee and feel free to modify this position as needed! After taking my second class with Bill on Monday, I realized that the Hot Yoga class I was in was pretty advanced and thats why he was so serious. I'm learning which classes are more relaxing and which are harder work. The hot yoga felt amazing on my knee - can't wait to get back in there. I'm three classes in... 47 more to go!
On Monday, most of the girls from the Wednesday night group at Steffanie's met for brunch at Mr. Pancake House near the Jing'An Temple. Steff had been wanting to share this place with me, so it worked out well. Yummmm... it was perfect, not overly good, but a great stack of pancakes and a bottomless coffee. Good food and good company, doesn't get much better on a day off work!
The crew at Mr. Pancake House on Monday |
I finished off the long weekend with another Yoga class and a 60 minute foot massage. I'm loving Shanghai!
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