We are 4 days into our new life. Where to begin? Our apartment is amazing, the facilities are amazing, the staff is amazing. The traffic is horrendous, the city is always busy, time means nothing. Everyone is very friendly, the customer service is impeccable. I know those are very general statements but 4 days in, I can't really comment any more.
I decided to venture out to a nearby shopping mall yesterday afternoon. WOW!!! Who ever says Jakarta doesn't have money is wrong. I felt like a shmuck amongst stores like Bvlgari, Dior, Gucci, Louis Vuitton and Prada just to name a few. I was however extremely pleased to find a local Starbucks for a Grande Mild.
Maya is settling in beautifully. Her and Ibu Watini (housekeeper/nanny) are getting along well. She is enjoying her new indoor and outdoor play areas with all the other expat kids. She even gets to bounce bounce on a trampoline! Next week, we are starting a few mommy and me playgroups to keep her entertained.
As for mom and dad, we are also adjusting. We have been invited to our first dinner party this Saturday as well as a brunch on Sunday. It's great that the other expats are very open and inviting.
That is all for today ... off shopping again! Above are some views from our apartment.
Hi guys,so glad all is well. We are so happy to be able to keep up with your blog. We never done this before, but I think the best thing will be able to show Grampa, how is loving grandchildren are doing. Isn't this a spectacular day and age we live in. I wanted to tell you that, the wee car breezed through the safety check, and has been up to your cottage and to the boat and up to Arnprior, and runs like a top. Thank you both so much for that, me and Gert made your blog thing our home page, so we can see it every time we come at the computer. I do not know where this message is going. ?? to your email or on the blog thing, but we do not care, we just wanted to say how proud we are of you, and we love you very much. Love uncle Keith & auntie Darlene
ReplyDeleteIt sounds like a great start! Keep the picture and posts coming Alex. It looks like a beautiful place to say the least.
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