**NOTE: Our renters are moving out at the end of August. If you are or know anyone that may be interested in renting our home, please let me know and I'll send you the information. Also, we've compiled our first inventory list of stuff we've picked up! If you want a list of what we've … Continue reading Welcome to Malaysia
Hey, all! It's me again. Another quick note on something REALLY cool. I got an e-mail today from the Managing Editor of Schmap.com (they put together comprehensive city guides online) and they've included one of my photos in their most recent edition! Here is a copy of what I recieved: Hi Rhys, I am delighted … Continue reading My First Published Photo
Hey everyone - We are considering making a few bulk purchases of items that could be of interest to you all - things like sarongs, jewelry, brand-name clutch-wallets and silk scarves, etc. They're inexpensive compared to what you would pay in the States for similar items, and would help us raise some additional money. But … Continue reading Reader Poll
We landed in Kuala Lumpur yesterday afternoon, so we are no longer in Indonesia, for those that are following the story regarding the hotel bombings in Jakarta. Do not worry, we are just fine. Malaysia so far has been night and day different as far as cleanliness, safety, and general comfort level.
Indi and I fly out of Indonesia in about twelve hours and head to Malaysia. I'm very excited about this, and have been spending the last few hours thinking about my time here and what I've seen. Here are some of my preliminary observations: 1. Western Culture Creep. Some parts of Indonesia are very old-school … Continue reading Indonesia – Thoughts and Impressions
I've had a few opportunities on this trip to just sit back and immerse myself in music. Most of it has been from my iPod, but a few times I've been able to relax and enjoy some local fare. In Ubud, Bali, we were across the street from a business that made drums. At various … Continue reading Music Soothes the Soul
As many of you know, Rhys is doing a photo project wherein he takes two shots of me going slowly around in a circle a week - it takes four weeks to complete a circle (so eight points on a compass). Here are two shots taken two months apart - i chose these two to … Continue reading Sneak Peek from the Indi Project
It's Saturday Evening here in Surabaya; time for today's top stories. We've had a good past couple of days with a mixture of final recovery from a little stomach bug and spending some great time out with ourselves and friends. We've gone to karaoke again (I sang more, trying to find artists I can actually … Continue reading Last Weekend in Indonesia
Karaoke last night was such a blast. I sang for the first time since my wedding. I'm a little sad that they didn't have the artists I wanted (Warren Zevon, Arcade Fire, The Doors, Bruce Springsteen, et al) but I did find a few that I could sing. I found the most blatantly American song … Continue reading Surabaya: Act II
Remember when I said Auckland was busy? Zomg. Surabaya is the hectic pace and energy of Kuta on steroids. Everyone is going everywhere at the same time. It's also the dirtiest city I've ever been to. It makes for quite a picture. Once I had a small nap (couldn't sleep long) one of my hosts, … Continue reading Surabaya
Rhys' Pieces 