So lucky we are . . . to have such wonderful children. Three of our kids were able visit us and stayed for 10 days. Not nearly enough but it filled our “buckets” for a bit. We asked the kids before they left what they liked the best about their visit.
Jeremy – It was Jalan Alor. Part of the reason is at first there was this uncomfortableness with the entire area, but little by little it grew on me until it became amazing. Loved the Chicken Fish, the cold Tiger Beer, the “craziness” of the place, trying Durian, the energy. Simply amazing.
Amanda – The drive across Malaysia to Tanjong Jara resort. Seeing the sights, being crammed into a car with loved ones to talk and talk, to laugh at the monkeys, to laugh at finding the right “power station”, to watch Bob run three red lights, to ignore “tired butt”, to drive down the Genting Highlands in the dark not knowing what we would find around the next corner, eating at the “Black McDonalds”.
Jamie – Two things
1. The food – all the dishes that Chef Anne kept throwing at us, trying Durian and actually liking it, purple Dragon Fruit, mangos, La Mexicana, fries and bacon at Brussels, and numerous alcoholic beverages.
2. Feeling different – so many cultures, different ethnicities, VERY few Americans. It felt nice to just blend in with everyone from all over the world
And for Heidi and Bob . . . well, that is easy. Having time with our kids, sharing this corner of the world, hugs, laughter, talks, making memories. PRICELESS !!!!
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- Portable fan at Batu Caves
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- Jamie at Batu Caves….jasmine flowers smell soooo good.
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- Beer at Brussels
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- Ready for the Kuala Lumpur Grand Prix
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- Jamie and Amanda on Petaling Street…oh Jamie’s skirt is too hot, had to find shorts at the mall.
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- Note the elephant shirt from British India !!!
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- Amanda picked up several purses…she is well accessorized
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- Jamie and Chinatown
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- Jeremy Crocodile Dundee
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- The stage for the Miss Patronas Pageant
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- Not your typical sign.
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- Before catching the elevators to the top of the towers.
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- Fresh water prawns above, salt water prawns below, and frogs
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- We could figure out half of the items.
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- Lots to choose from at Jalan Alor
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- Our table at Jalan Alor
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- Amanda and Durian…OKAY
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- Jeremy and Durian – OKAY
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- Jamie and Durian . . . OKAY
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- Bob and Durian – Still nasty!!!
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- Tiger T’s
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- Tiger tank tops and Tiger Beer
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- Bottoms up !!! Exactly “how” is Jamie drinking hers?
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- In front of the KLIA sign (Kuala Lumpur International Airport)
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- Checking in at Cathay Pacific for the flight home.
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- Our last meal together eaten at a “Black McDonalds”
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- Still smiling
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- Down the escalator to departure
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- Across the floor to departure.
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- Almost out of sight.
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- Almost out of sight.
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- “Goodbye” says Monkey.
Our Adventures 
Happiness was seeing your comments about all the fun you had and seeing the smiling faces as they departed, for I dread goodbyes. Neat to see how you all celebrated your time together and reflected upon all the happy memories. It truly makes looking forward to seeing each other again more exciting. Have a happy week. Hugs to you guys!
Hi Angie,
Oh, it was all we could do to hold back the tears when they left. Way too short a stay but we loved every minute.
Bob
Hi Bob and Heidi!
I thought I had left a post on this and the last entry. However, I checked today to see your response and neither showed up. Just wanted you to know how happy I am your family was there to visit. I loved hearing about the fun they had and seeing all the great pictures that will capture these memories for them and their children. Love and miss you, friends. Take care and keep the chapters coming. I so look forward to them. Hugs!
Hi Angie,
You responses did arrive but we’ve been out of internet range here on Bali. We are here with Kim, Cindi, and Kathy. . . .showing them around this beautiful island. Two more months and we’ll be back for the summer. We hope we get to see you.
Bob-