It has been a bit silent on our blog but for good reason - Grandpa and Grandma were in town for nearly a month! We had a blast with them and they blessed us and our kids in sooo many ways. However, my parents aren't your regular semi-retired grandparents. They kept us busy. Each morning (or so it seemed) we headed out for a bit of doubles tennis where they reminded us that youth does not always come out on top! My dad would usually follow that up with a 20km or so bike ride and that was all before noon. At least I know why I am the way I am.
With this being my parents third trip to Indonesia (yes we know we are super blessed) we didn't do very many of the usual "touristy" things. Instead of going to Bali we drove 12 hours to the South coast of Java to a kind out of the way beach "resort".
Batu Karas, South coast Java
After a relaxing week at the beach and we returned to Jakarta. I enjoyed a few special outings with my parents: shopping at the factory outlets with mom, playing with kids at a local orphanage and finally getting to try out a new restaurant in our area that serves great waffles and milkshakes.
"Lunch" with Mom
Dad and I on the other hand visited a new project at the largest Jakarta landfill and toured the fishing villages by the harbour - sights only a seasoned traveller to Indonesia could really handle.
At the Bekasi landfill, visiting in one of the communities
We made great memories together this past month. Thanks for so bravely coming to see us each year - we love you guys!
oh, i love u guys as well :)
Posted by: Moon | February 13, 2012 at 09:47 PM
Loved to get a glimpse of what you did... fabulous. I am so glad your folks are so much a part of your lives, Kari.
Posted by: Marilyn | February 21, 2012 at 07:50 AM