We go to Hiroshima

Our visit to Hiroshima was better than we hoped. The kids were very interested in the history of the A bomb explosion and the reasons given for it's use and the results. We went to the A bomb museum and placed the paper cranes near the monument to Sadako. We wrote a resolution for world peace and placed it with the paper cranes. Because we are using other people's computers we are unable to add pictures at this time. I will either do it if we hit an internet cafe and can use the wireless connection there or add them when we get home.

The next day we took the ferry to Miyajima island and visited some shrines and other ancient buildings. The also was our first shopping experience. You lucky families- you won't be dissappointed! Part of the group also took a hike on the mountain in the middle of the island. All are still healthy and we haven't lost anyone.