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India, Part 1: Arrival and Orientation
Posted on 17. Jan, 2008 by Rob.
Mike, Sarvin and I caught our flight at the Budget Terminal at Changi Airport. Our airline du jour was Tiger Airways. I think they’re the budget spin-off of Malaysia Airlines, which isn’t bad, but as with most budget carriers there are no frills like free drinks, meals, jetways or running on time. But there was the added bonus of [...]
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Habitat for Humanity/Global Village Team #8323, Pondicherry, India
Posted on 17. Jan, 2008 by Rob.
Monday morning at 8 a.m. I returned from an extraordinary and inspiring trip to India. The planning for the project had been laid months in advance and funds were raised to make the journey possible. Prior to my departure I could not have known the gravity of the experience that I and the others on [...]
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Nolan’s First Day of School
Posted on 17. Jan, 2008 by Rob.
So it begins for Nolan. Preschool started out a bit rocky, but now he can’t wait to get his backpack on after breakfast.
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Playing Catch-Up
Posted on 16. Jan, 2008 by Rob.
Hello to all and a belated Happy Holidays. Actually, the holiday season is still in full swing here with Chinese New Year decorations gracing the shopping malls the second the Christmas decorations came down.Our Christmas was a blessedly calm one. The main excitement – aside from Santa’s visit, of course – was the pleasure of [...]
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Bangkok – One Month Ago
Posted on 12. Dec, 2007 by Rob.
Apologies in advance to Mark for not getting these photos up earlier, but here we go.Shots from our trip to Bangkok are now in the Gallery. Click here for all of them.
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Eat Your Heart Out Olivia
Posted on 11. Dec, 2007 by Rob.
Christina got “volunteered” to participate in a Karaoke-style competition at last week’s Cargill Asia-Pacific Dinner and Dance. Needless to say, she won. Click To Play
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Thank You!
Posted on 15. Nov, 2007 by Rob.
The contributions are in and we managed to raise $1,395! Your support for our project in Pondicherry will be much appreciated by our team and, more importantly, the new home owners. Special Thanks go out to my 6 new Best Friendsâ„¢ for 2008. I am truly honored. If you have not made a contribution and [...]
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Wow!
Posted on 13. Nov, 2007 by Rob.
The support for my Habitat for Humanity project has been nothing short of amazing… to me, anyway. I’m currently within spittin’ distance of my $1,500 goal. As of this morning, contributions total $950. One last push and hopefully we can send it over the top! I’ll post a note here at the end of the [...]
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49 To Go!
Posted on 06. Nov, 2007 by Rob.
Hi everyone. Just a quick note that as of Weds, 11/6 , 11am (CST) I am up to $430! A huge “THANK YOU” to everyone who has contributed so far. I should also announce that we have our first Official “Best Friend for the Week” subscriber! I don’t need to remind the rest of you [...]
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Buzz & Woody: Sweatin’ for Candy
Posted on 31. Oct, 2007 by Rob.
In retrospect, maybe a rubber jumpsuit and a long sleeved get-up with a vest, boots, bandana, pants and hat were not the most sensible costumes for Trick or Treating in 90 degree heat. But dang if they didn’t look adorable! The lesson of Halloween 2007: No pain, no gain when it comes to winning your [...]
