The photo above is of the front of the house that we will be moving into. As with all these things, it is easier to move into a house that has already been approved by the Embassy. We observed this from those coming to Canberra from USA to study here. Thanks Karen, Tera and Christie. It looks like the kids will be able to play cricket in the front driveway. We have had our dental appointments. I failed and have to go back for more work. The kids passed but need...

It seems ages since the last school holidays, although the kids advise me that it is only week 2. The trip to Indonesia is locked in. At least Guy's ticket has been booked. Hopefully mine and the kids bookings will turn up on our frequent flyer details shortly. Indonesian classes are going well. I don't think I have done as much homework and practice as I should, but they are building blocks. I can greet people, state where I work and where I am from. The nex...

We found out about a month ago now, that we will be living in Jakarta for 3 years, starting sometime next year. Things are falling into place, with a little research. I am about to send the school application off. We have chosen the British International School, rather than an American based school. More aligned with the Aussie way, but the kids did prefer their virtual tour. Unfortunately it will take 1.5 hours to get there. Guess what Aidan got for his birth...