We had a wonderful couple of days in chengdu resting in a real bed, having running water and a flush toilet. I had some mashed potatoes yesterday and they were the best ever. We went to the panda preserve and out for Indian food last night. Now at the airport waiting for our flight to Lhasa. I'm so excited to see this place. I'm feeling a little rundown and tired from the fast pace but I'll catch up one of these days.