I don't think I actually described much about Indo other than the fact that we didn't die on the way over.
First off driving is absolutely gnarly and terrifying. Today we went to the BCS mall (sound it out and it sounds an awful lot like beaches which sounds a lot like something else which is absolutely hilarious). On our way to the BCS I felt like I was running for my life across the street. Frogger times 20 because that's how many of us were sprinting and dodging cars. On the way home our guide just got tired of waiting and started walking toward the middle of the street pausing as traffic passed (yikes).
Tis hot and muggy and I couldn't be happier. We spent most of today learning bahasa and our trip to the mall was meant to get us out into the Indo world learning how to converse with people. Em and I were followed out of a supermarket by two guys in the instant soup section. People are very friendly and extremely amused by our lack of conversation skills. Can't say I minded too much I thought it was absolutely hilarious the way both parties struggled with filling awkward pauses, but it was all in good fun.
What else what else..... I think we get a free night so we're going to go adventure in our neighborhood.
P.S. being a white chick in this country is very amusing. Kids stop, point, and say "Bule!" (white person) and then run away giggling. One young boy was forward enough to lean back in his chair and say "Hey Ladies." Love it Love it.
Ben wants the computer I'm out.
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Kiwi, life is an adventure, so do not let any passyou by. relieved to hear you arrived ,after your message from Hong Kong. Oh did you look in the phone book for Bill and Sue Bezy? You were in thier wedding. I know you will be safe, and wellprotected on your mission. respect all beliefs and new ideas, and most of all just be you. You are brave and wonderful, and full of life. with plenty to spare for the less fortunate. help where you can and God will be with you the entire time you are abroad. I love you and miss you already, I can't wait to see you and hear about all your adventures. Love You Daughter, Daddy
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