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Great Wall of China, Life’s Journey

Our Great Wall Journey: Day 14

Beijing, China
Sunday, September 27, 2026
4:00 PM

David and I have spent our final day in China. William interviewed me on camera this morning covering the Laycock side of the William Geil/Great Wall story. And he awarded a plaque to my brother Brad and me for our contribution to what is now The Great Wall ODYSSEY of Two Williams.

William and Qi as they present me with an award recognizing both brother Brad and me.

After the interview and brief ceremony we were treated to lunch at son Jimmy’s house with wife Elise and son Marcus. It was fun.

Taken by Elise, L-R: Pet camel, David, me, Jimmy, Qi and William

Marcus, Qi and William

Marcus taking William’s picture with a toy camera.

William, Qi, Jimmy and Marcus

David playing cars with Marcus.

William with his & Qi’s dog, Carter, who has been staying temporarily with Jimmy and Elise.

Elise with their pet birds.

Selfie outside William & Qi’s house after Jimmy drove us back following lunch. L-R: William, Qi, David, Jimmy and moi.

Back at William and Qi’s house everyone is resting — but me. I’m blogging! 🙂

In 20 minutes it’s off to the airport and our 15-hour flight to New York.

Bob Laycock

September 27, 2026

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