I kind of feel overwhelmed by the amount of work I have in my new role. Partly it is because I am new to the program, partly because the program is huge, and lastly because the team I am working with is not as proactive and disciplined as my previous team in Manila. This means … Continue reading Time to delegate & sick child →

Slowly I feel we are settling down, despite not having all we need (bathroom mats, baking sets, more bowls and plates). On Monday I ventured out for a morning jog. I did 4.5 miles around the stadium, mostly shaded, with many other runners, and only 0.4 miles away from our condo. I felt so lucky … Continue reading Building routines back →

It was a busy, "normal", family Sunday here in Jakarta. We didn't have a helper or a driver, so we were just on our own. I did more chores than usual, but somehow I enjoyed it. Living like a normal family. 🙂 We started the morning walking to Sofia's soccer trial. It was Jakarta marathon … Continue reading First Sunday in Jakarta and thoughts on chores →

We had a great Saturday, starting with IKEA visit to get Lizzy's desk. They loved exploring the showrooms. I felt fully recovered from whatever I had on Friday, even went the gym for a 40 min full body strength workout. Lizzy still is not fully well but has no fever. Poor little girl, she couldn't … Continue reading Building new friendships →

Both Lizzy and I woke up feeling sick. I was already feeling some headache on Thursday but Friday morning oura confirmed that I was sick (elevated temperature and RHR). My fever was not high but headache and fatigue was present. Lizzy woke up telling us her throat hurts when she swallows. She also has some … Continue reading Five on Friday →