On a long walk taking in another old area that we used to stroll through we came across this scene of two couples with one young girl who are resting in the shade under a truck’s bed. They are waiting for their turn to access the construction site that is behind me. There was a lot of waving and posing for a photo for the foreigners. Our walk took us to the China Dinosaur Park and on to new areas that have since been added. The park is now ten years old and will be celebrating that ten years with a birthday party in two days.
Continuing with the walk, we came across these two guys who decided to take a break in the shade as well. Their tricycle wagons were parked on the street while they engaged in an active game of cards, slapping down cards with enthusiasm with each play. It’s a hot day and finding shade is important. There isn’t the same world view here as in the western world. In the western world, the work would continue. Common sense, in China, says the work will wait. And of course, a rested worker works better – and longer. The workday here goes from about 6:00 until well after darkness descends.