THE Castle

When the nationals here find out I'm new to the area, one of their first questions is if I've been to THE castle. They are very proud of it and some new friends took me last week. I thought I was meeting 2 friends, but we ended up with 8 girls! (This seems to be the norm at first.) It is a beautiful place, so enjoy the pictures.

First Festivities

We pass this neighborhood on our way to language lessons each day.


My new bedroom- most of you know I couldn't leave all my flamigos behind!


This is one of my favorite little ones here. As you can tell, she has to set me straight from time to time.


We were able to join in on a rooftop bonfire- with smores! (well, we did our best...but i think they were pretty good.) You can't get much better than Chinese marshmallows.


My friend and yours, Fulla. This is our culturally appropriate Barbie. Just wanted ya'll to know she was available before you started your holiday shopping.