They Are Here!

Our friends have arrived and are starting to settle in. We even had the privilege of hearing a little ukelele music from them the other night! I am reminded again of our first year here. They have to get used to the taste of "china" in everything, learn the bus routes and where the grocery stores are, etc. Because we have only been on this side of the city ourselves but a few months, there is a lot they will have to learn on their own. But maps and GPS in hand they are ready for the challenge. We have decided to live together and share expenses. That helps us out a lot and is great for them too since we have most of the big things already. And because they don't have bikes or scooters, I have been getting lots of exercise taking them places. Bonus! They are even getting used to (slowly) the lack of hot water or elevator. Taking pot baths is not so bad once you get used to it. At least the water is as hot as you want it to be. They will a month to themselves after next week. Sink or Swim!