Although we saw the pyramids on our last day in Cairo, it only seems fitting to post about these mammoth structures first. They are so very impressive. We arrived after noon–exhausted from the mini walk up. All we needed was some time in the shade under one pyramid with some water, and we were rejuvenated.Continue reading Cairo #1: The Pyramids
The Samosas in India on a Friday Night!
Once Brian and Jen, with their four friends Jolene & Ryan and Jess & Hugo, arrived on Friday afternoon, our evening started. We began with some appetizers and happy hour drinks with a nice sunset at our apartment. There was a mix up with the van, so after we all got gussied up, we headedContinue reading The Samosas in India on a Friday Night!
The Samosas are in India!
Brian and Jen arrived Saturday night with their friends Jes and Hugo and Joylene and Ryan. We were able to spend Sunday touring around South Bombay with them. It’s becoming quite normal to catch up with these two a couple of times a year. It feels so normal to meet up with Brian and Jen–evenContinue reading The Samosas are in India!
Parasol Play
One never can guess which toys or objects of desire will capture a child’s fancy. Little did Kevin and I know what mileage these parasols would get. We bought them with the intention of maybe using as a light shade for Gigi’s room next year. We picked out two–just in case one worked better thanContinue reading Parasol Play
Jaipur’s Beauty
Jaipur–and all of Rajasthan–have a magical way of taking one back in time. It wasn’t difficult for me to imagine being a princess amongst all the grandeur. I chose some of the best pictures from our trip to highlight Jaipur’s beauty. (Please excuse the poor quality of pictures. It’s time to get a new camera–andContinue reading Jaipur’s Beauty
Animal Count
Whenever we go to Rajasthan, we play a little game: we count the animals we’ll see. We can always count on camels and hopefully elephants, monkeys too, maybe a peacock, some pigs, of course we don’t count cows. Here’s the tally: Camels–62 Elephants–20 Peacock–1 Donkeys–8 Monkeys–we stopped counting when we saw over 17 inContinue reading Animal Count
Christmas in Thailand with Mom and Dad, Kate and Adrian, Brian and Jen
We were so lucky this Christmas to be able to meet up with so many family members in such an idyllic spot: Thailand! First, we met up with Adrian and Kate in Bangkok for just a couple of nights before we headed out to Krabi with them. Then with the lovebirds, we met my momContinue reading Christmas in Thailand with Mom and Dad, Kate and Adrian, Brian and Jen
Summer Memories
The other day Vincent was asking about the animal he saw with Uncle Nicholas when Amy and he took us to the beach on Long Island. He couldn’t remember what it was called… It was a HORSESHOE CRAB!
Grammie (Hansariji) and Babaji’s India trip 2008
“India is one place I thought I would never have to visit!” These are the words that I received from Mom when I proudly announced our next posting 5 years ago from a payphone in a Target parking lot. Regardless of age, children continue to suprise and challenge their parents. AfterContinue reading Grammie (Hansariji) and Babaji’s India trip 2008
Mary and Mike’s Wedding
We had such fun for Mary and Mike’s wedding! Aside from a phenomenal wedding, we just had a blast! Family, fall, good food, delicious wine, but mostly just fun with our family. My memory bank is full. We returned homesick for more good times with those we love. Congratulations to Mary and Mike. TheyContinue reading Mary and Mike’s Wedding
Artist in Bombay
I think Adrian had a good time! What do you think…? We miss him already.
Fun Times at LONAVLA
Lonavla is such fun! Both Memaz and Bomaz (excuse the misspelling of these Parsi names) are our surrogate grandparents in India. This wonderful Ferzandi family treats us just like that–FAMILY! We all love them, and we adore the Lonavla time we get with them at their weekend home.