Everyone has been sooo nice to us. We walked to the office this morning and started meeting the many people who will be helping us -security people, human resources, custodians, tech crew, bosses. The humidity is high, but we keep reminding ourselves that this is just like Costa Rica (where Danny and family are), and we managed that just fine. The traffic is crazy - yet they don't go fast enough to have bad accidents. They love the horn and use it often - for things like hello, I'm here, you're in my way, go ahead of me, and I'm sure "you're an idiot" is in there somewhere.
We live on the compound that is gated, so we did our walk around it before the sun went down (skeeters come after dark), and it is 1/2 kilometer. It is absolutely gorgeous.
The entry way is lined with these fan-like palms (pic 1).
(pic 2) David and me in front of the temple, which is actually bigger than we expected.
(pic 3) The landscapers keep this place immaculate with tropical foliage - I wanted to
take pictures of everything.
(pic 4) The temple is on the left, our apartments are in the center, and the offices are on the
right. During the day it is filled with people learning genealogy, employees in charge
of travel and transportation, the area lawyer, the area doctor (I'm so pleased!), the
area presidency, and others.
(pic 5) The Paiges: Pam and Kevin. These two are so fun and took us to the bank, 2 markets,
and on a tour of the area. Then, we met them as they were exercising around the
compound as well - they're just a bit faster than we are. They were told if you move
fast enough, the mosquitoes don't have a chance to light. They are from Kamas and will
be home before Christmas.
(pic 6) We did see people today who really do carry things on their heads! Amazing. But it's
considered rude to just drive around taking pictures of people on the street without
asking permission. I get that. These cute ladies were on the compound, though, and
were delighted to have their picture taken - especially after we talked a bit. It is so cute
to see how mothers carry their little ones in a sling on their back. This little doll had
The Cutest smile ever.
transportation,
We live on the compound that is gated, so we did our walk around it before the sun went down (skeeters come after dark), and it is 1/2 kilometer. It is absolutely gorgeous.
The entry way is lined with these fan-like palms (pic 1).
(pic 2) David and me in front of the temple, which is actually bigger than we expected.
(pic 3) The landscapers keep this place immaculate with tropical foliage - I wanted to
take pictures of everything.
(pic 4) The temple is on the left, our apartments are in the center, and the offices are on the
right. During the day it is filled with people learning genealogy, employees in charge
of travel and transportation, the area lawyer, the area doctor (I'm so pleased!), the
area presidency, and others.
(pic 5) The Paiges: Pam and Kevin. These two are so fun and took us to the bank, 2 markets,
and on a tour of the area. Then, we met them as they were exercising around the
compound as well - they're just a bit faster than we are. They were told if you move
fast enough, the mosquitoes don't have a chance to light. They are from Kamas and will
be home before Christmas.
(pic 6) We did see people today who really do carry things on their heads! Amazing. But it's
considered rude to just drive around taking pictures of people on the street without
asking permission. I get that. These cute ladies were on the compound, though, and
were delighted to have their picture taken - especially after we talked a bit. It is so cute
to see how mothers carry their little ones in a sling on their back. This little doll had
The Cutest smile ever.
transportation,
so glad you two made it. Hope davids legs did ok on the plane ride. I can't believe how beautiful it is where you live, and right next to the temple, jeolous. Love the pictures
ReplyDeleteWhat a great update and so glad you made it! Those palm trees look just like what we have down here. We love praying for our missionary grandparents!
ReplyDeleteDelynn and David your posts and pictures are great. Very similar to what we experienced. Take care and keep the posts and pictures coming.
ReplyDeleteDo you guys have internet yet? Have you hooked up Vonage? We want to talk to you. Love ya! Andrea
ReplyDeletePS...more blog updates please
The grounds look beautiful, Delynn. Saw your 2 room apartment pics. Always good to experience different living conditions to get perspective on what's really important, what's comfortable, and what's fluff ;-) Chelle
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