The second Saturday here we were determined to go check out Tian’anmen Square. We were dropped off outside the Forbidden City–that will take a whole Saturday on its own at another time. The little meandering garden with creek was a quaint walk into the square. Upon arrival to the square, you see this massive oldContinue reading Saturdays in Beijing–Tian’anmen Square and Qianmen Dajie
Of course, up first, the Great Wall of China!
Because I have so much to post with our new move to Beijing, China, I went with the easiest first: our visit to the Great Wall. Considering that we will probably see this monumental site many times, I’m pretty pleased with the entire visit. The ride was easy and also very beautiful. The destination includesContinue reading Of course, up first, the Great Wall of China!
The Day After
Out here at Spirit Lake, the day after the 4th of July is just as fun as the actual day:
Spirit Lake 4th of July Parade
Here’s the kiddos at the annual Spirit Lake 4th of July Parade–one of the best parades out there!
Orange Billabong Tank!
Here’s the tank we’ve all been waiting for! Next time you see or meet my dad and wanna hear a great story, ask him about his Orange Billabong Tank!
Silverwood with the Ferzandi’s and Rupa’s
The highlight with our most recent visitors was Silverwood Theme Park. We all had a blast. We even learned that Kevin enjoys roller coasters. The Panic Plunge kept Sorab all Zen. We couldn’t keep Yaaresh off the roller coaster below. Everyone had a great time!
Paris in the Rain
The Raj Travel Bag is Going to Udaipur
At the PTA Ball this March, I won the Grand Prize! Luckily since we had just been to Jaipur for my birthday in February, the Taj has let us transfer our winning to the Lake Palace in Udaipur. We leave Thursday afternoon for three nights (yes, we took a personal day on Friday!), but we’ll beContinue reading The Raj Travel Bag is Going to Udaipur
Istanbul #1: Fabulous Flowers
Our visit to Istanbul was glorious: the sun was out with flowers in full bloom.
Istanbul = Seeing BFF Caron
I love this lady. Caron is beautiful both inside and out. She is wise and fun, amazingly thoughtful and generous, practical and talented. She’s like an older sister to me with her guidance in all things–from nutrition, to posture, to fashion, to life. I love her forever!
Cairo #3: First 1/2 Spring Break 09
This is the last post about Cairo where we spent the first half of our Spring Break.
Cairo #2: NESA
The reason we went to Cairo was the NESA Teachers Conference. Most international schools are a part of a regional network of other schools in the area. Near East Schools’ Association. Each year they hold a teachers conference. I tried out for this conference back in October and found out in December that I hadContinue reading Cairo #2: NESA