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Today after lunch Fran was outside and noted how nice the weather was. After I had my doctor consultation regarding my physical exam (I haven’t completely worn out this body yet!) I too noticed that the weather was exceptional. It’s been cold and yucky for a while. Well, I arrived home earlier than usual and [...]

We are approaching the lunar new year. This is the new year’s celebration that the Chinese celebrate (more so than the one we celebrate). Each year at this time our language teacher, Lu LaoShi, cooks a special dinner for her students. Last night Fran and I along with several of her other students were able to [...]

Just finished another mystery last night. A Dime A Dozen by Mindy Starns Clark is the third book in the Million Dollar Mysteries series. I enjoyed it, give it 3.5 of 5 stars, but rate it down because it has a bit more romance in it than I like. Still a good read though, just [...]

There’s just something humorous about the guy doing a head first dive off of the precipice.

I understand inflatables are really big now in the US. This is Taipei’s version of Christmas yard art. Notice the pedestrian for an idea of size.

Today after I finished getting my colon scoped at the hospital (for my state side assignment physical) we went to the “grocery” store nearby. I would say it is pretty close to what I remember the K Mart being like – just add a Chinese grocery section.
In the basement – that’s where most car parking is for [...]

You’ve no doubt heard the term “Mom’s Taxi” or something like it. Well, it takes on a whole new meaning over here where we live. 20 inch bicycle built for three. The driver must have REALLY short legs

Notice the extra handlebar and the floorboard for the front passenger.

I have heard Taiwan referred to as “The Temple Capital of the World”. If you drive around the island much you can certainly see why. They are EVERYwhere. Here is a large one that we spotted from a nice overlook on our last outing.

The current war situation in the US even affects us over here. One of our best friends, besides having been with the IMB for long time, is in the Army reserves. Well, he was called up for a special assignment. We are all praying that it only lasts as long as they said – thru [...]

We found out Saturday that our oldest child and favorite daughter is going to be married! Details are still sketchy but you know that we will share them as they are available. Here is the happy couple –

Paige and Chris – CONGRATULATIONS ! ! !