Tuesday, November 3, 2009
The Christmas Challenge
This year we will be in Singapore for Christmas along with two other couples on our BGR team. That's 7 people total. The gals and I have decided to make this a fun and challenging Christmas by picking a "theme" and figuring out fun and whacky ways to intermingle the theme with our normal Christmas traditions. Last night we came up with a list of twelve possiblities ranging from colors, fruits, animals, and flowers. We drew one from a bowl and guess what our 2009 theme is: LEMONS! I know we will have fun thinking through that theme and a challenge finding white elephant gifts, food, and decorations that we can incorporate into our festive Christmas dinner. I will be glad to hear from any of you if you have ideas! This is going to be fun. Rick and I are headed to Greece tonight so I know what I will be looking for while I'm there - lemons!
Saturday, September 19, 2009
Wish I had a picture...
I forgot to tell you about our trip to the butcher in Delhi! My friend wanted to buy some chicken so we stopped by her butcher to pick up some. As we walked into the small shop there were two men sitting on the floor up on a wide ledge on the right. THEY were the butchers. But the most fascinating thing is how they were holding the knives. EAch man held a big butcher knife between his BIG TOE and the next toe. He used his hands to postiion the chicken as the knife cut it up. Yes, from where I was I could see their feet and they LOOKED clean to me! They could cut chicken up faster than anyone I have ever seen. And that's what they do all day - sit there and cut up meat for their customers!
Wish I had a picture...
Wish I had a picture...
Monday, September 7, 2009
On to Bangalore
One of the best parts about visiting Bangalore was seeing old friends that we were with in West Africa for many years. They gave us a great tour of the Bangalore Hospital where Rebecca Naylor served for so many years. There's a beautiful painting in the foyer of the hospital. It is Rebecca Naylor doing surgery with Christ standing behind her telling her what to do. It was very beautiful.
Bangalore was alot cooler than Delhi so we enjoyed that change. We stayed at a guesthouse on the hospital compound.
One of the most interesting things about our entire trip was visiting a project that BGR has been involved in there. An Indian couple have about 200 slum kids come to their house every afternoon after school for tutoring and a hot meal. This is the kids' only meal of the day! Their ages range from 4 - 12 (as far as I could tell). They were so well-behaved. The couple is doing a great job ministering to them.
Lori
Bangalore was alot cooler than Delhi so we enjoyed that change. We stayed at a guesthouse on the hospital compound.
One of the most interesting things about our entire trip was visiting a project that BGR has been involved in there. An Indian couple have about 200 slum kids come to their house every afternoon after school for tutoring and a hot meal. This is the kids' only meal of the day! Their ages range from 4 - 12 (as far as I could tell). They were so well-behaved. The couple is doing a great job ministering to them.
Lori
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
Akshardam
Sorry, on the last post I sent you to the Akshardam site. We also visited there but it is not to be confused with the Red Fort.
Anyway, one other thing I wanted to mention about the red fort is that we had the most wonderful guide there. He spoke many different languages. In our little tour group, there was also a couple from Israel. He could call the names of places in English, Italian, German, many others, and HEBREW! He was also very entertaining. When we first "hired" him to give us the guide, he told us that we were VERY lucky. He kept telling us that all through the tour - how lucky we were to have him.
At the end of the tour, he offered to read our palms - but no one wanted that done in our "party".
We walked to the nearby "cafe" and had Mountain Dews and 7-UPs.
That night we ate at the Indian restaurant down the street from where my friends live. It was delicious but VERY spicy.
Anyway, one other thing I wanted to mention about the red fort is that we had the most wonderful guide there. He spoke many different languages. In our little tour group, there was also a couple from Israel. He could call the names of places in English, Italian, German, many others, and HEBREW! He was also very entertaining. When we first "hired" him to give us the guide, he told us that we were VERY lucky. He kept telling us that all through the tour - how lucky we were to have him.
At the end of the tour, he offered to read our palms - but no one wanted that done in our "party".
We walked to the nearby "cafe" and had Mountain Dews and 7-UPs.
That night we ate at the Indian restaurant down the street from where my friends live. It was delicious but VERY spicy.
Sunday, August 30, 2009
The Red Fort
One day my friends took us to the Red Fort in Delhi. It was built in 1639. It took nine years to build and cost 10 million rupees (over $200,000) which back then was an astronomical amount! Half of the money was spent on the exotic palaces inside the fort. The fort is build of red sandstone and is octagonal in shape. A wide moat surrounds the fort, which was originally connected with the river and was always filled with water.
There was great shopping in the fort and I loaded up on goodies for my children and upcoming grandbaby! He will have lots to take to show and tell one of these days!
For pictures you can go to www.akshardam.com.
More later.
There was great shopping in the fort and I loaded up on goodies for my children and upcoming grandbaby! He will have lots to take to show and tell one of these days!
For pictures you can go to www.akshardam.com.
More later.
Thursday, August 27, 2009
Old Delhi by Rickshaw
I certainly enjoyed my trip to India but one of my favorite parts was riding through Old Delhi in a rickshaw. Now, this rickshaw was pulled by a man on a bicycle so at least he wasn't just pulling us on foot. Still, my friend and I settled back and let him do all the work while we gazed at the sights. It would have been difficult (if not almost impossible) to get through those narrow streets in a car. And it would have been even more dangerous to try to walk them on foot. So it seemed that rickshaw was the only way to go.
We stopped here and there and did some shopping. The rickshaw driver told us that wherever we stopped and bought anything -he got 1%. I guess it is a way for the shop owners to get them to get people to stop and buy from them. Anyway, we picked up a few things and were glad to let the rickshaw driver in on the deal.
We stopped and ate at a local Indian restaurant and had the most delicious NAAN (a flat bread) that I have every had. It was hot from the oven and delicious. Now, alot of the Indian food is a little spicy hot for me but I always manage to find something I can enjoy. And besides the "spiciness" I always try and taste a little of everything.
After our Rickshaw ride we headed back to the area our friends live in. We had a spectacular dessert while were were in Delhi. It is called gelobjamun. I know that doesn't mean much to you but BOY - was it ever good. It tasted like a Krispy Kreme donut hole right out of the hot grease! Yum, yum!
More later.
We stopped here and there and did some shopping. The rickshaw driver told us that wherever we stopped and bought anything -he got 1%. I guess it is a way for the shop owners to get them to get people to stop and buy from them. Anyway, we picked up a few things and were glad to let the rickshaw driver in on the deal.
We stopped and ate at a local Indian restaurant and had the most delicious NAAN (a flat bread) that I have every had. It was hot from the oven and delicious. Now, alot of the Indian food is a little spicy hot for me but I always manage to find something I can enjoy. And besides the "spiciness" I always try and taste a little of everything.
After our Rickshaw ride we headed back to the area our friends live in. We had a spectacular dessert while were were in Delhi. It is called gelobjamun. I know that doesn't mean much to you but BOY - was it ever good. It tasted like a Krispy Kreme donut hole right out of the hot grease! Yum, yum!
More later.
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Trip to India
Rick and I just returned from a week in India. India is the seventh largest country in the world. Bound by the Great Himalayas in the north, it tapers southward into the Indian Ocean.
India is a union of 28 states and 7 union territories. (Union territories are governed by an administator appointed by the President of India). Each state/union has a unique population, culture, heritage, festivals, food, etc.
We visited two of the largest cities in India: New Delhi (in the north) and Bangalore (in the south.) Over the next few blogs I hope to share with you some of what I saw and experienced.
Hang on to your hat!
India is a union of 28 states and 7 union territories. (Union territories are governed by an administator appointed by the President of India). Each state/union has a unique population, culture, heritage, festivals, food, etc.
We visited two of the largest cities in India: New Delhi (in the north) and Bangalore (in the south.) Over the next few blogs I hope to share with you some of what I saw and experienced.
Hang on to your hat!
Saturday, January 3, 2009
January 3
Today we headed for the Singapore Science Center. They have an Omni-theatre there that is extreme. The theatre is round and the entire ceiling and halfway down the walls is the screen. We watched a 40 minutes movie on the Ocean and it was incredible. You almost felt like you were IN the water with the fish!
Afterwards we went to a Magic Show and then an exhibition on how magic is done. Then we just explored the Science center. I'm sure we didn't see it all, but it was fantastic anyway. I think that might be something I will want to do again. I think the movies change from time to time. Will watch the paper for what's next.
We ate supper at New York New York - some "American" food for these kiddos. (We ate Asian for lunch!)
We are making tons of memories!
Afterwards we went to a Magic Show and then an exhibition on how magic is done. Then we just explored the Science center. I'm sure we didn't see it all, but it was fantastic anyway. I think that might be something I will want to do again. I think the movies change from time to time. Will watch the paper for what's next.
We ate supper at New York New York - some "American" food for these kiddos. (We ate Asian for lunch!)
We are making tons of memories!
Friday, January 2, 2009
Second day of the new year
Yesterday we actually stayed home and rested! Ha! PLUS, one of the local channels was running an all day marathon of the first season of HOUSE. There were a few commercials but they were short so we got a full dose of HOUSE and are ready for season 2!
Today we went to Chinatown. The Christmas decorations were already down and Chinese New Year Decorations were up. It is the "year of the ox" so there were plenty of oxen around! But the Chinese market was a favorite. I think Ross and Chelsea really enjoyed it. It reminded them a little of the African markets they are used to. They even did some bargaining. We came home with lots of goodies from there and will definitely go back before Ross leaves at the end of January.
Ross had a Megaburger (4 pieces of meat on three buns!) from McDonald's. Yum, yum.
We also took them to where we first lived in Singapore and to have coffee at the little coffee shop near there where we used to get on the internet! The lady there remembered us and wondered where we had been all this time.
We also took them to IKEA - which is a home furnishings/decor place. I think there is one in Atlanta. It is a neat store with rooms decorated to show you how you can set their furniture up in even small spaces.
Made it home about 6pm and I think everyone is pooped!
Tomorrow is Saturday. I'm not sure of the plans but will certainly let you in on the adventure!
Today we went to Chinatown. The Christmas decorations were already down and Chinese New Year Decorations were up. It is the "year of the ox" so there were plenty of oxen around! But the Chinese market was a favorite. I think Ross and Chelsea really enjoyed it. It reminded them a little of the African markets they are used to. They even did some bargaining. We came home with lots of goodies from there and will definitely go back before Ross leaves at the end of January.
Ross had a Megaburger (4 pieces of meat on three buns!) from McDonald's. Yum, yum.
We also took them to where we first lived in Singapore and to have coffee at the little coffee shop near there where we used to get on the internet! The lady there remembered us and wondered where we had been all this time.
We also took them to IKEA - which is a home furnishings/decor place. I think there is one in Atlanta. It is a neat store with rooms decorated to show you how you can set their furniture up in even small spaces.
Made it home about 6pm and I think everyone is pooped!
Tomorrow is Saturday. I'm not sure of the plans but will certainly let you in on the adventure!
Thursday, January 1, 2009
Tuesday, December 30, 2008
A Day of Pampering
Yesterday Chelsea and I went to the West Coast Plaza for a day of pampering. IT started with a shampoo at Jamez - a Singaporean friend we have made that has a beauty salon at that mall. He is hilarious and had fun with us. We met the Palmer gals there and had a blast. To have a shampoo in Singapore is to experience something. You sit down in the salon chair and first, someone brings you a cup of tea right off the bat! Wow! Then she/he puts a little piece of plastic underneath your shirt collar and then puts on you a regular salon drape. Then the fun begins. Sitting there in the salon chair, she/he begins squirting water and shampoo right on your head. When there is enough liquid there, the most luxurous shampoo/massage you have ever experienced happens. It lasts at least thirty minutes - all sitting up in the chair. No shampoo in your eyes. Just a wonderful massage. When it is finally time to go to the sink - you lean back, and there in the sink is a wonderful head rest - not just sticking your neck in that hard sink indention! Wow. A shampoo, cut, and blow dry can last upwards to two hours! So don't be in a hurry. But who would want to?
After the shampoo, we all had appointments to have pedicures. We each sat in a huge massaging recliner. We were also served tea and two dark chocolates! Yum! Then the pedicure began - soaking, scrubbing, filing, soaking, rubbing, massaging all the way up to your knees, lotions, oils, then finally painting of the toes. Chelsea and Sarah also had glitter flowers painted on their big toes - so cute. The whole affair lasted about an hour and a half. Such a treat!
Our next stop was to have fruit facials. Now this was my first facial and I have to say it was about the nicest thing I have ever done for myself. I laid down in a soft lit room where quiet music was playing. A lady came in and wrapped my head in a towel and began a series of facial techiniques that were exceptional. All kinds of cleansing, some with actual pieces of fruit, and lots of time in between to just relax. That whole thing lasted well over an hour, too.
Then I had my eyebrows threaded again. This can be a painful process but it is over quickly and I don't seem to mind it too much.
When Chelsea came out of her facial room - she said that it was the most relaxing thing she had ever done. THEN when she had her eyebrows threaded - ouch - THAT was the most painful experience of her life! Sorry, Chelsea!
What a way to end the pampering.
The Funderburk clanned ended the day at the movies - Yes, Man.
What a great fun day with my sweet Chels!
After the shampoo, we all had appointments to have pedicures. We each sat in a huge massaging recliner. We were also served tea and two dark chocolates! Yum! Then the pedicure began - soaking, scrubbing, filing, soaking, rubbing, massaging all the way up to your knees, lotions, oils, then finally painting of the toes. Chelsea and Sarah also had glitter flowers painted on their big toes - so cute. The whole affair lasted about an hour and a half. Such a treat!
Our next stop was to have fruit facials. Now this was my first facial and I have to say it was about the nicest thing I have ever done for myself. I laid down in a soft lit room where quiet music was playing. A lady came in and wrapped my head in a towel and began a series of facial techiniques that were exceptional. All kinds of cleansing, some with actual pieces of fruit, and lots of time in between to just relax. That whole thing lasted well over an hour, too.
Then I had my eyebrows threaded again. This can be a painful process but it is over quickly and I don't seem to mind it too much.
When Chelsea came out of her facial room - she said that it was the most relaxing thing she had ever done. THEN when she had her eyebrows threaded - ouch - THAT was the most painful experience of her life! Sorry, Chelsea!
What a way to end the pampering.
The Funderburk clanned ended the day at the movies - Yes, Man.
What a great fun day with my sweet Chels!
Monday, December 29, 2008
A day at the beach
This morning we headed to Sentosa - which is the "resort" recreation island of Singapore. We took a tram there and arrived about 10:30. As usual, not much was open. (Even the malls don't get going here until around 11 or 11:30am. But we walked around and also had a cool drink as we sat near the beach. The beach at Sentosa actually looks out on the port area. Did you know that Singapore is the largest port in the world?
We went to a 4D movie that was about pirates and pretty cute. We also ate at Subway.
But then we went back to the beach, rented me a chair, and found our little "corner" of the beach. Chelsea and Ross "baked" in the sun. I wrote a long letter to Becky B. And Rick studied the map of Sentosa and other things.
We stayed all afternoon and just relaxed.
A friend of Ross's came over and the two of them decided to stroll on down to the other end of the beach. Chels, Rick and I took the tram back to Vivo City Mall - the largest mall in Singapore and my favorite. Chelsea had fresh pineapple (the best she ever tasted she said). She also tried Roti Prata (which is a type of bread with curry sauce or as she had hers - filled with bananas.
We took the bus home and Chelsea and I just talked and talked and talked. It was great.
What a wonderful day!
We went to a 4D movie that was about pirates and pretty cute. We also ate at Subway.
But then we went back to the beach, rented me a chair, and found our little "corner" of the beach. Chelsea and Ross "baked" in the sun. I wrote a long letter to Becky B. And Rick studied the map of Sentosa and other things.
We stayed all afternoon and just relaxed.
A friend of Ross's came over and the two of them decided to stroll on down to the other end of the beach. Chels, Rick and I took the tram back to Vivo City Mall - the largest mall in Singapore and my favorite. Chelsea had fresh pineapple (the best she ever tasted she said). She also tried Roti Prata (which is a type of bread with curry sauce or as she had hers - filled with bananas.
We took the bus home and Chelsea and I just talked and talked and talked. It was great.
What a wonderful day!
Sunday, December 28, 2008
First Sunday in Singapore
We went to our church this morning. It is located in the same office building as our office so afterwards we took the kids down to see our new office. I think they were impressed. After Chelsea goes back we have loads of work for Ross to do at the office. We even have him a desk all for himself! Ha!
This afternoon Chelsea laid by the pool while Rick and Ross went to get our family passes to Sentosa Island. We are going there tomorrow so I will have loads more to tell then.
All in all, it was a quiet day (we needed a little rest) and we will start again tomorrow bright and early.
I LOVE having them here. I just miss Audra and Brian so much.
This afternoon Chelsea laid by the pool while Rick and Ross went to get our family passes to Sentosa Island. We are going there tomorrow so I will have loads more to tell then.
All in all, it was a quiet day (we needed a little rest) and we will start again tomorrow bright and early.
I LOVE having them here. I just miss Audra and Brian so much.
Saturday, December 27, 2008
Saturday
Chelsea was feeling lots better today. She even went and laid out by the pool this morning. We got off about 11am headed for what Singapore is known for - FOOD. The kids wanted "normal" so we ate at McDonald's across the street. Then we headed to the Singapore Discovery Center where we saw a 3D movie entitled "Fly Me to the Moon". It was cute. Then we saw a little Christmas movie. The Discovery center had lots of info about Singapore and we enjoyed walking through and playing with all the high tech stuff.
Afterwards, we took the bus and MRT down to Clark Quay (pronounced "key"). We ate at the food court there (it was about 7pm) and then walked the outdoor mall there. It is neat because it is outside but somehow Singapore has figured out how to air condition it! There is also a bar/restaurant there called the "Clinic". The seats are made out of hospital beds and the tables are operating tables. Some of the chairs are wheelchairs! Funny.
By the time we took the bus and MRT back home it was almost 9pm. We are pooped and want to be able to rest well before heading to church tomorrow!
I have posted pictures on my facebook (can't figure out how to get them on here from there.) Check them out.
Afterwards, we took the bus and MRT down to Clark Quay (pronounced "key"). We ate at the food court there (it was about 7pm) and then walked the outdoor mall there. It is neat because it is outside but somehow Singapore has figured out how to air condition it! There is also a bar/restaurant there called the "Clinic". The seats are made out of hospital beds and the tables are operating tables. Some of the chairs are wheelchairs! Funny.
By the time we took the bus and MRT back home it was almost 9pm. We are pooped and want to be able to rest well before heading to church tomorrow!
I have posted pictures on my facebook (can't figure out how to get them on here from there.) Check them out.
Friday, December 26, 2008
The Day after Christmas
Jet lag is still hounding Ross and Chelsea but they are trying their best to get it behind them.
Today we took them to the IMM mall - the place where Dr. Fish Spa is. That's right, they stuck their feet in the little pool and let the little fishes eat all the dead skin off the bottom of their feet. Sound gross! Well, it is very ticklish at first and they laughed and giggled something fierce. Then when they finally got used to it, I think they were really enjoying it. The lady even let them keep their feet in an extra ten minutes!
Still feeling the weight of jet lag, we didn't push them too hard today. They were hoping for a sunny day to swim but it never happened. Chelsea still isn't feeling too well. Maybe tomorrow she will feel better. She is already asleep - before 10pm! Ross is too!
Tomorrow is Saturday. We don't usually venture out much on Saturday because of the crowds but we will see what tomorrow holds. I don't think they will be satisfied to sit around long.
Today we took them to the IMM mall - the place where Dr. Fish Spa is. That's right, they stuck their feet in the little pool and let the little fishes eat all the dead skin off the bottom of their feet. Sound gross! Well, it is very ticklish at first and they laughed and giggled something fierce. Then when they finally got used to it, I think they were really enjoying it. The lady even let them keep their feet in an extra ten minutes!
Still feeling the weight of jet lag, we didn't push them too hard today. They were hoping for a sunny day to swim but it never happened. Chelsea still isn't feeling too well. Maybe tomorrow she will feel better. She is already asleep - before 10pm! Ross is too!
Tomorrow is Saturday. We don't usually venture out much on Saturday because of the crowds but we will see what tomorrow holds. I don't think they will be satisfied to sit around long.
Thursday, December 25, 2008
Christmas Day
What a great Christmas Day we have had. It is nearly midnight here and I know America is just getting to their Christmas Day. We miss Audra and Brian and Jackson very much but pray that they are having a memorable day at their house.
Today I spent alot of time in the kitchen getting ready for our joint meal with the Palmers across the street. Rick made dressing. I made sweet potato casserole with marshmellows, green beans, a pecan pie, and watergate salad. We ate with the Palmers at 4 and then came to our house for dessert. Our next door neighbors, the Armstrongs, joined us for dessert.
Chelsea went to sleep about 9pm tonight. She is down with a cold.
Rick and I are heading to bed. Tomorrow the kids are hoping the sun will be out so that they can enjoy the pool.
I am just glad they are here and am enjoying them so much.
Today I spent alot of time in the kitchen getting ready for our joint meal with the Palmers across the street. Rick made dressing. I made sweet potato casserole with marshmellows, green beans, a pecan pie, and watergate salad. We ate with the Palmers at 4 and then came to our house for dessert. Our next door neighbors, the Armstrongs, joined us for dessert.
Chelsea went to sleep about 9pm tonight. She is down with a cold.
Rick and I are heading to bed. Tomorrow the kids are hoping the sun will be out so that they can enjoy the pool.
I am just glad they are here and am enjoying them so much.
Wednesday, December 24, 2008
Christas Eve in Singapore
Ross and Chelsea are hanging in there with the jet lag. Christmas Eve morning they slept until about 9am. Chelsea said she woke up about 3am and was up till almost 7am but she was feeling pretty good. Slow morning start. We had plans to take the morning off and relax by the pool but God decided to send a nice morning rain so we enjoyed the storm from our 18th floor BIG WINDOW.
We had lunch - cheeseburger soup - one of their favorites and then headed out for Christmas Eve on the town. Ross and Chelsea are enjoying experiencing the transportation system here (we don't have a car.) We took the bus to the MRT (Subway) station and then took the MRT to the city. We went to Orchard Road (the main avenue in Singapore). It is beautifully decorated and this year's theme is the "Sweet Family" - so there is candy hanging everywhere. It looks completely different during the day but we wanted them to see it both ways.
We tried to register for the free open top bus tour of the lights but it was full. Good thing, too, because later on it rained! So we walked the avenue enjoying the sites and doing some shopping. (Have I mentioned that shopping is everyone's main hobby here?)
One store here, Takishomya, is like the Sax Fifth Avenue of NY. Out in front they had several Christmas activities going on under a very beautiful tent. The Scandinavian Teak Wood furniture store had provided couches and chairs for people to sit around in and just relax and watch the activities. Chelsea won a prize (a very nice umbrella) for answering a question. Ha!
We ended up (of course) at the Hard Rock Cafe. The "boys" were so glad to meet Ross and Chelsea. They played their hearts out for them and it was so good. (Too bad the place was crowded all night) right up until the last set. BUT we were given some great party favors (hat, mask, pop toys, noisemakers) to bring in Christmas Day. At midnight everyone pulled out their favors and everyone wished all a "Merry Christmas". It was nice. Look for some kooky pictures of that coming up.
Well, it's Christmas morning here. It's after 10am and I'm the only one up. But I'll let them all sleep. Today we are just staying home (nothing is open) and eating with friends around 4pm.
Merry Christmas to all.
We had lunch - cheeseburger soup - one of their favorites and then headed out for Christmas Eve on the town. Ross and Chelsea are enjoying experiencing the transportation system here (we don't have a car.) We took the bus to the MRT (Subway) station and then took the MRT to the city. We went to Orchard Road (the main avenue in Singapore). It is beautifully decorated and this year's theme is the "Sweet Family" - so there is candy hanging everywhere. It looks completely different during the day but we wanted them to see it both ways.
We tried to register for the free open top bus tour of the lights but it was full. Good thing, too, because later on it rained! So we walked the avenue enjoying the sites and doing some shopping. (Have I mentioned that shopping is everyone's main hobby here?)
One store here, Takishomya, is like the Sax Fifth Avenue of NY. Out in front they had several Christmas activities going on under a very beautiful tent. The Scandinavian Teak Wood furniture store had provided couches and chairs for people to sit around in and just relax and watch the activities. Chelsea won a prize (a very nice umbrella) for answering a question. Ha!
We ended up (of course) at the Hard Rock Cafe. The "boys" were so glad to meet Ross and Chelsea. They played their hearts out for them and it was so good. (Too bad the place was crowded all night) right up until the last set. BUT we were given some great party favors (hat, mask, pop toys, noisemakers) to bring in Christmas Day. At midnight everyone pulled out their favors and everyone wished all a "Merry Christmas". It was nice. Look for some kooky pictures of that coming up.
Well, it's Christmas morning here. It's after 10am and I'm the only one up. But I'll let them all sleep. Today we are just staying home (nothing is open) and eating with friends around 4pm.
Merry Christmas to all.
Tuesday, December 23, 2008
They made it!
Chelsea and Ross arrived at the Changi Airport in Singapore this morning at 1am (our time). They said it was a LOOOOOOOONNNNNNNNGGGGGGGGGG trip but were glad to be here. This is the first time they have traveled without any checked in luggage. So nice. All they had was their back packs!
We took a taxi home and they LOVED our apartment complex and apartment (on the 18th floor). Chelsea got a little woozy looking out the window! We stayed up until about 3:30am. Slept well and until about 9am. Chelsea and I went down to the gym and worked out for about 30 minutes. My next door neighbor made us a special Spanish dish for lunch - Tortilla de Potata (yum!) We headed out the door around noon.
We went to Jurong East Mall and did some shopping as well as let Ross and Chelsea taste some local cuisine (Curried Chickern Korean BBQ) Ross is determined to try Pig Organ Soup before he leaves. (Yuck!)
We then went on to have coffee at the McCafe in the mall (always a treat) and did more shopping. We shopped until we dropped - back at the house about 7pm. We walked across the street to eat at McDonald's (they wanted something "normal"). Chelsea was asleep by 9:15 and Ross was not far behind.
What a great day. We are SO glad that Ross and CHelsea are here for Christmas! Wish Audra adn Brian were here but we will count on them coming another time when Baby Bailey is with them!
Will post pictures ASAP.
We took a taxi home and they LOVED our apartment complex and apartment (on the 18th floor). Chelsea got a little woozy looking out the window! We stayed up until about 3:30am. Slept well and until about 9am. Chelsea and I went down to the gym and worked out for about 30 minutes. My next door neighbor made us a special Spanish dish for lunch - Tortilla de Potata (yum!) We headed out the door around noon.
We went to Jurong East Mall and did some shopping as well as let Ross and Chelsea taste some local cuisine (Curried Chickern Korean BBQ) Ross is determined to try Pig Organ Soup before he leaves. (Yuck!)
We then went on to have coffee at the McCafe in the mall (always a treat) and did more shopping. We shopped until we dropped - back at the house about 7pm. We walked across the street to eat at McDonald's (they wanted something "normal"). Chelsea was asleep by 9:15 and Ross was not far behind.
What a great day. We are SO glad that Ross and CHelsea are here for Christmas! Wish Audra adn Brian were here but we will count on them coming another time when Baby Bailey is with them!
Will post pictures ASAP.
Friday, December 12, 2008
Christmas Tree is Up!
This is definitely the LATEST I have ever been in getting up our Christmas tree. But the boxes left on Tuesday morning and it took me all of Wednesday and Thursday morning to get the living room/dining room cleaned up. Thursday night Rick and I put up the tree. It is, of course, as beautiful as ever. Every ornament is a memory. When Rick and I first got married I started a book cataloging all the ornaments we had (where they came from, some memory attached to them). It is always fun to look back and SEE those memories. Audra told me that she is doing the same thing!
Because I am so late in getting my tree up, I think I will leave it up for the entire month of January - just to enjoy and appreciate it!
Chelsea and Ross will leave Nashville a week from Sunday. they are both excited about the upcoming visit. We can hardly wait on this end!
Because I am so late in getting my tree up, I think I will leave it up for the entire month of January - just to enjoy and appreciate it!
Chelsea and Ross will leave Nashville a week from Sunday. they are both excited about the upcoming visit. We can hardly wait on this end!
Monday, December 8, 2008
Arrival Date
I am so excited. Chelsea and Ross will arrive in Singapore on December 23 at 12:30 am. You will not want to miss all of the adventures we will have while they are here. we are tickled to share Singapore with them and know they will LOVE it.
Meanwhile, today - the final boxes that came from West Africa will be headed to our new office. This is the latest I have EVER been at getting the Christmas tree up. I've decided to leave it up through January just to get a chance to appreciate it!
Hold on - it's going to be an ACTIVE holiday season around here.
Meanwhile, today - the final boxes that came from West Africa will be headed to our new office. This is the latest I have EVER been at getting the Christmas tree up. I've decided to leave it up through January just to get a chance to appreciate it!
Hold on - it's going to be an ACTIVE holiday season around here.
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