What a treat it was for Evan (and me) to spend a day (or a few hours) at the Giggle the Fun Factory in fX mall in Senayan. For starters, the fX mall has an amazing giant slide that goes from the 8th floor to the 2nd floor and is free to whoever spends 100,000 … Continue reading
Lifestyle and Shopping in Jakarta
Many people think all Expats lead lavish lifestyles full of luxuries and barely work. For the expats in Jakarta that is not the case. Long work hours and commutes make people in Jakarta think twice about going somewhere, but when they do they enjoy it to the fullest and make the most out of it. … Continue reading
Meaningful Travel: 7 Lessons my Toddler has Taught me in his 2½ Years of Travel
I’ve always loved traveling. I think I got bit by the travel bug early in my childhood when we visited Disney World for my 6th birthday. Ever since then I kept asking my parents where we would be going next and I secretly hoped it was a far away land like those I read about … Continue reading
{JakartaFind} Kedaung Tableware Store
As we were driving home one day I spotted a window full of what seemed like glasses and plates. I asked the driver to pull over and I stumbled upon my now new favorite home ware store in Jakarta. Kedaung shop specializes on not specializing. You can actually find almost anything here from kitchenware to … Continue reading
{Jakarta} China Town: Sights, Sounds and Smells
I recently visited Jakarta’s China Town, aka as Glodok. The sights, smells and sounds are still embedded on my mind. I have visited many China Towns around the globe but this one in particular was very unique. I would describe it as traditional beyond compare but modern in their mercantile practices. This is a place … Continue reading
A Week in Snapshots: ❊11/06/12-17/06/12❊
Happy Father’s Day Happy Father’s Day to all dadas, daddies, papas and fathers out there. What a blessing it is to have you in our lives. Even though moms can care for the kids when they feel sad or sick, daddies build up their confidence and make them grow to be better men and women. … Continue reading
A Beach Baby in Phuket
We visited Phuket with Evan was 5 months old. My sister was in town so we had the perfect excuse to pack our stuff, diapers, bottles, and all and head to the paradisaical beaches in the south of Thailand. This was our first time flying by plane with out little Evan so I was very … Continue reading
{ExpatLife}: Ten Tips to Settling Down with Your Kids
Moving season is at its peak. Everyone seems to be moving in, moving out or moving around! Moving is never easy and moving with kids is even more challenging. At the end it’s all worth it. Sometimes we can’t help but think about the chaos that transferring from one place to another entails, however, I … Continue reading
FoodFind: Social House
I had been to Ismaya Group’s Social House a few times before for Brunch and dinner. Every time, I left satisfied and very full. We love their eggs Benedict and they have excellent sushi and fusion cuisine. The decor creates a very relaxed atmosphere while staying trendy and upbeat. They have a wonderful display of … Continue reading
A Week in Snapshots: ❊04/06/12-10/06/12❊
What a week, what a week. Daddy is finally back from his work trip and we couldn’t be happier. With most of our friends getting ready to leave for the summer, or leave for good =( , we have been busy meeting with them and also meeting new friends. The boys went back to their … Continue reading