April 19

... After a pretty easy 26 hour journey, My mom and I are happily in Jakarta. I forgot to imagine what this country would look like and I was kind of stunned. It is crowded with cars and motorcycles, we passed a long street maybe 3 blocks with dozens of venders selling all kinds of animals, birds, bunnies, chickens, cats... among other crazy things. We are pretty wiped out, just caught up with our friend Rohanna who is almost finished with her treatments...

I start hardcore tomorrow, I have a pretty good idea of what to expect but I think I will wait to describe anything until it actually happens. For now, I am excited and trying not to think about drinking raw eggs.

Definately need some time to acclimate, phones will be hooked up soon, Until then, emails are the best.

Signing off... day one.

xo