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 →

I am slowly settling in Jakarta. Due to traffic here, I don't get done as much as I want to. Monday: girls went to school after 4 hours of sleep. I would be so nervous if I were them as everybody would be new to me. Drop off went very smoothly. No cry, no separation … Continue reading First days in Jakarta →

It seems we were not done with surprises and had to go through a final one as we exit Manila. Our flight was scheduled for Sunday 8:45pm. Sofia had a last play date, we had lunch with a family friends, and was planning to take a nap before leaving around 5pm for the airport. As … Continue reading Our dramatic exit →