So this morning we met one of the hostle workers, real nice girl from aus gave us lots of tips about what to do, where to go, who to avoid and where not to go. We started with the downpour, but soon after turned into paradise. The heat was scorching and humidity was unreal...we were dripping with sweat! Taya learned after about 2 hours that regardless of asian background that sunscreen was a must here! The employees here asked her this morning..."you half?" assuming that I wasn't albino like those DL's!!! haha! We toured around our hostel, checking out the rooftop where it is possible to see Bali in all directions. We may have also lounged by the pool and napped...but nobody's bragging or anything! Really neat culture, very quick paced and friendly. Hassling very similar to Mexico...but not as bad...most speak 2, if not 3 languages...so the barrier is pretty much non existent. We also learned that Bali is mainly composed of the Hindu culture, where Karma is very strongly believed in and flowers, statues and incense are everywhere. We ventured out downtown for a few hours...wasn't long until a quick reminder about the opposite traffic haha! The stores have beautiful things...can't wait to shop, money is different to get used to...as we are carrying multiples of 100,000 rupiah which is $10 cdn. The sidewalks...well...not really there! Trying to be but the 3 foot gaps are a strong reminder to keep our eyes open...on the GROUND, again...no eye contact! Despite all the apprehension, it is definately a misconception about the people and culture...it is very welcoming and friendly, very accomodating. Yes, it can still be overwhelming at times..so our guards are up....and the 3 of us are watching out for one another. It is 1900 here, our plan is to relax at te hostel tonight....try and sleep off the jet lag that is kicking our asses! Until tomorrow!....Love you all! thanks for the messages, we jump to the computer to see who's written...it helps not feeling home sick.
p.s. Briana bought a cell phone that we will be taking throughout our travels until Fiji...so we will be contacting ppl sooner than later... Good night for now!
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Hey girls - glad to hear things are going well, I was thinking of you over the weekend! Also happy to hear about the eye contact thing, too funny. I can just imagine you crazy girls overtired in strange airports! :)
ReplyDeleteHope you get over your jet lag soon, later skaters.
Erica
Hi World Travellers,
ReplyDeleteHere's what you've missed in my world so far...yesterday both combines broke down and one of the grain trucks was on fire. All is well now. All in all, I'd rather be sitting beside an infinity pool in Bali. Have fun. Lori
o.k. so had big letter typed up & it"s out in cyber space so this is short to see if works.mom.
ReplyDeletewill try again.... Hi guys it was so great to hear from you this a.m. that was a good time to call but maybe try 1/2 hour earlier to get us both before we go to work.I work 3 nites now so am off thurs a.m. which i think is thurs p.m. there.Am so glad your hostel is nice! Enjoy cause soon it'll be over & you'll wonder if it ever happened. Uncle Ted & Dad are siding again today super windy here. Rhonda's wedding was beautiful, looked like everything went smooth for them except when Matt broke out in a sweat & had to mop himself up! It was cute & very funny. Rhonda looked heavenly! It was a very nice relaxed wedding. Well have to go make coffee for the slaves. love mom xoxoxo
ReplyDeleteHey Ladies.
ReplyDeleteCherise here..missing you all. sounds like you're having a FABU time..if only i was by your side livin the dream. However I have to be responsible. The wedding was fun. drank lots then after the wedding partied in Lampman Tav. Saw your mom girls....in my vague memory. Hung out in Lampman with the Verobas the next day..all day..good times..thats the excitement for me. I hope you're behaving and thinking of me every morning you wake up and every moment you hit the pillow...and maybe even more than that,,whatever rocks your cradle. Its hot here today but I worked all day so missed out on the sun..yay for albino people aka me. anyways ladies Im going to clean my room..as per usual. MISS YOU LIKE CRAZAY..BABAY but don't worry Im surviving here ;) p.s. remember to wear deodorant in the heat. Lots of love
Cherisey
Hi girls.hope you caught up on some sleep. sounds like you are having fun. It was hot & humid here todaybut not as bad as there. Yes you are half-half of you might not burn as bad but other half will result in a pile of freckes. Took the dogs for a couple of walks today. bye for now. have fun but be careful. love you mom & dad
ReplyDeleteHey! Just trying to figure out what your hostel name is! Dad and I are attempting to Google Earth it. We want to see if we can see you sitting on your roof top garden! Let us know as soon as you can!
ReplyDeleteThanks
Ok Taya, I'm officially jealous and your trip has hardly started!
ReplyDeleteI'm already planning my return trip to Oz in my head....and that's probably where it'll stay for a long time!
I look forward to reading about the places I haven't been to yet....so that I know where to go next!
have fun!!!
Carla
Sounds like you girls are having a blast! Great to hear! Nothing that exciting to report here - sorry. Take care and be safe!
ReplyDeleteLove - Lee and Jeannine & kids
Hi Girls:
ReplyDeleteThis Blog was a great idea. Chelsea and Trevor - There will be no google earthing.....What happens on the rooftop garden - stays on the rooftop garden.
Have Fun
Aunt Connie