Lam Tsuen Wishing Tree

The Lam Tseun wishing Tree is one of the more popular shrines in Hong Kong. Its located close to the Tin Hau Temple, in the Fong Ma Po Village, near Lam Tsuen. The temple dates back to 1644, but the tree finds its 'roots' coming from 1912. It was then that it was determined that the tree could make your wish come true. Basically, you write your wish on a scroll, tie it to an orange, and hurl the two high into the Tree. If is sticks, your fortune is granted, if it does not, then your wish was too greedy! Though, in 2005 one of the branches gave way, after being hit with oranges all day, this called for changes. Now wooden racks have been placed near the tree, while the trees recover. Haha only in Hong Kong

Also, seen in our photos is our fabulous guide, Cecila. She's an 8th grader from Tai Po, Hong Kong. We met her on the bus and to say the least, she was in awe of SB. She was seated in front of us on the bus, and after half-turning and then looking away several times, she worked up the courage to talk to SB. Within seconds the 2 were friends, and the little girl, upon hearing where we were headed, decided to lead us there. She was so nice, and just thought Sara Beth was so cool. as she should have. hahah anyway, she was lovely and made our trip to the Hong Kong Wishing Tree very memorable.