Impressions of a 'first date'

Phoenix TV anchorwoman Wu Xiaoli has covered the sessions of the country's top political advisory and legislative bodies for 13 years, but she still feels excited about what she calls her "annual date" with the advisors and lawmakers.

So you can imagine what it feels like for journalists such as myself who are on this "first date" with them.

Overwhelmed by the thrill and excitement of the assignment, I almost forgot to bring my press pass for the sessions of the NPC and CPPCC at the Great Hall of the People.