Even a bunch built up into a small mock-up of Tianamen square, complete with a picture of Chairman Mao in the middle. People have their pictures taken in front of the Chairman's picture. It wasn't until the next day that I realized why the umbrella was the symbol for the return of thousands of Hi-Oh's. Its for protection from the bird droppings. This theory remains unconfirmed by official sources.
People here wait for everything.
Upon further questioning from the impatient American, one can often learn that there is no particular reason to come back the next day, such as a shipment, or the manager getting back. That's the part that kills me. People here are very easy going about taking direction from others, but for me, I like to know why it is that I'm supposed to return the next day before I do so. So, I've avoided making a stink about it. I finally found some decent Western food.