The winters in Beijing are long and cold, and usually the end can't come soon enough. Though it is still a little chilly, the kids are thoroughly enjoying the chance to run and play outside without so many layers! Isn't spring the best time of the year?

Jeff rides a bike that's a bit too small!
Get ready, set, GO Ben, GO!
Cheryl enjoys the sunshine.
Emily loves the swing.
How high can you go, Ben?
Why so solemn, Jeremy?
We think Luke might think
swinging is fun...
Olivia shows us her beautiful smile.
Watch us take turns!
Emily wonders, "Aren't you coming?"
Though Julia's legs are a little short, it doesn't stop her from making it to the top!
As all boys know, Jeff has discovered that the best toys
are the ones you create yourself.
Jeremy wants to get in on the fun!
Cheryl and Ben, busy "cooking".
Would you like to eat sand soup?
Ben's going bowling.
Stacey got a frilly dress and a baby doll from her sponsor. She enjoyed taking her baby for a walk in the beautiful sunshine.
(L-R) Zoe, Cheryl, Ben, and Cole.
The kids have mastered the art of the "Chinese Squat."
Its not a worm, but Cheryl's expression looks like it might be!
Philip loves to play outside...
...and to wear silly hats.
Cole might be a future NBA star.
Parachute down...
...parachute up...
...everyone inside!