Earth Hour

As we headed from the rooftop bar to dinner on Thursday night, we heard loud cheering and clapping. A short walk to one end of the mall had our answer...

The cast of Spiderman Two was in Singapore to support Earth Hour efforts. It's always fun to see US celebs here in Singapore!

Here you can see the video...

https://sg.movies.yahoo.com/video/earth-hour-2014-singapore-highlights-014241161.html

Fun Run and a Field Trip

On Saturday the boys participated in the SAIS fun run. Luke had to run a lap and was very proud of his medal. Drew had to run from one side of the field to the other. He proudly wore his medal that he earned for staying put on the line and crying. Well done, Drew. Our cup of pride is overflowing.

Today Maricel accompanied Drew on a field trip to the airport. They are studying transportation and how people get around in their unit right now, so this was a great way to see cars, buses & planes. They explored the airport, watched planes land & take off and ate a snack. Big smiles on this little guy tonight. :)

The kids got a "passport" and stamp from Air Brunei. 

Bintan, Indonesia

I took Friday off and we ferried a short 45 minutes to Bintan, Indonesia for a girl's night away. It was JUST what we needed. Lots of sun (okay, maybe too much of that), a few drinks, walks along the water, pool time, laughs and relaxation. It was the perfect way to end their stay here and I think we all left feeling relaxed and rejuvinated. And let's be honest, quite sun burnt!

Before heading out we had a quick breakfast on Orchard Rd 

And we're off!

This is the same resort Lisa & I visited last year when she was in Singapore. I love it there...simple, relaxing and beautiful!

Life is good!

I couldn't get over the water and it's 20 shades of blue. Gorgeous! 

Ha! Sister snapped this shot of Linds and I checking out our burns as we waited to board the ferry home. Our skin color provided a lot of laughs and strange looks. Yes, we are the sun-worshipping Americans who don't know how to apply sunscreen.

Never in a million years did I think I would be in Singapore and Indonesia with these girls. It was truly a once in a lifetime experience for ALL of us. I hugged them goodbye today with a heart full of memories, happiness & love. While I know they were looking forward to seeing their families again, I simply can't thank them enough for being here. They said many times that it was a trip they'll never forget. I couldn't agree more. It meant just as much to me.

And just like that.... our visitors to Singapore have all come and gone. It's a surreal feeling, as our time is quickly ticking away here. We have two more weeks until our Spring break, which will mark our final overseas family vacation as expats in Singapore. 

So much JOY these past few months with all of our visitors. A perfect way to wind down our time in Singapore! 

Feeling blessed & thankful. xx

Lindsey & Khara's Visit

Last Sunday I made an airport run in the middle of the night, ready for a week filled with fun & girl time. Lindsey & Khara surprised me in November by purchasing tickets to the Little Red Dot and I couldn't have been more excited for their visit. While it was their spring break, I still had to work each day, but we still managed to pack in all the sights and attractions in Singapore.

Here are some highlights from their week here...

Her first morning here and we were out for a run. I have MISSED having this girl on my right! 

After a few hours at the pool, we headed out for a late breakfast along the marina.  

Next stop was Chinatown! We found foot reflexology and the Fish Spa :) 

Getting Linds into the fish was PRICELESS!

We met up with Adam for dinner who took us to a few local places - a Hawker for dumplings & Satay Street for beef and chicken satay. Yum!

Checking out the Buddha Tooth Relic Temple

It was wonderful having them here for the every-day-type-of-things, like reading bedtime stories with the kids.  

On Monday the girls spent more time at the pool, explored Chinatown more and a lovely Italian dinner up the street. 

Tuesday was a day at our school. They saw about 4 different teachers and lessons...here's Lindsey during Unit of Inquiry with my class. :)

Dinner in Little India... 

And drinks in Clarke Quay

Wednesday night's dinner was our favorite place - Din Tai Fung! 

Adam giving lesson to the girls on how to eat dim sum "correctly"... ha!

A lovely dessert date with Lindsey and my friend Lucida 

Thursday was Arab Street...one of my faves here. The girls loved it as well and of course, some shopping was done! 

After Arab St, we met Jill & Tanya for drinks at the rooftop bar at the Marina Bay Sands. Beautiful views from 57 floors up! 

The famous infinity pool is just past the bar...

Cheers to GREAT friends & family - I LOVED having the two worlds come together! :)

Back on the waterfront for dinner

We were waaaayyyy up there 

Jill & Tanya - love those two!

So happy!

And that brings us to Thursday night. What a treat to come home each night from work and spend the evenings with those two. The weather was perfect and they were able to get some pool time every morning. I know Lindsey loved her morning coffee by the pool. :) There are many ways in which our lives here are like a vacation. Being able to be poolside year-round is just one of them.