Hello Everyone….
The last few days have been quite an adventure. It all started two days ago, when my family dropped me off at the Minneapolis Airport. Everything went fine there; it wasn't until my second connection flight, from Denver to San Francisco, that everything got a bit hairy.
It must have been the chicken I had at the San Francisco Airport that ultimately did me in. I got terribly sick before my next flight to Taipei, and it just wouldn’t go away. I couldn’t keep any solids or liquids down. Needless to say, it was a long 13 hr. flight to Taipei.
The good news was, that I finally started to feel better after 24 hours of singing praises to the porcelain Gods, and I was able the to board my last flight to Bali, Indonesia.
It’s been a real treat so far here. I made it through customs without any problems, my checked luggage made it here, and I was even picked up from the airport by a guy holding a ‘Rob Larson’ sign. After the long trip, it was well worth the little bit I spent to secure a room at a nice hotel in Kuta, Indonesia. (Less than $15)
With recommendation from the staff, I walked down to Kuta Beach to see the magnificent sunset. It was amazing!! I’ll post video and photos as soon as I get some more time.
Everything I have been doing takes time. We take for granted all the basic things that come so easily to us back in America. I spent most of my day unpacking and walking around the district I’m located in. The people are so friendly and helpful here and I’ve been trying to use what little I know of my Bahasa Indonesia to communicate with them. Everyone is more than willing to help you out.
It’s been a great experience so far, and I hope to update you with the many adventures that are sure to come. I can’t wait for a great night sleep that will contribute to a much needed rejuvenated body. They even have free breakfast here.
I just wanted to let you know that I’m safe, happy and pretty healthy at this very moment. I didn’t think I was going to make it for a while, but I guess you just never know.
Also, the temperature felt pretty good today and they sell three scoops of ice cream for under three dollars. What a country. I’ll post photos soon.
PS: Thanks for the ‘smiley ball’ Dad and I hope your move went smoothly.
Cheers,
rl (Tripp)
--The internet is dial-up and terrible slow so bear with me--
6 comments:
Sounds like your trip is off to a Great start. I'm sure you heard Jon and Shana had their baby boy last night. Also an idea for you ...as you travel maybe post the most useful word or phrases from each place you visit...Congrats on the start of a great adventure
Rob...Great to hear from you! I thought after all those chicken nuggets you've eaten through the years, you'd be immune to any 'bad chicken'. Happy to hear there's ice cream in Indonesia. Everyone has been asking about you and we readily share your blog site with them.
Exactly as I had predicted, as I sat in front of your computer here at the studio, I felt as though I had been pushed into the pilot's seat of a 747, with 400 passengers depending on a guy with no (or at least very little) training. But so far I haven't done any major damage and I've even accomplished a few things. (Downloaded a song and checked on Fantasy Football.)
Once again, very happy to hear you made it OK and thrilled that your adventure begins in such a beautiful and friendly place.
Dad
Hi Rob!
Great to hear from you. It sounds exciting so far! I just wanted to say hi and thank you so much for your lists you left for me at home. I went crazy at Target buying everything I could think I would use on from the list. Hope you have a great night sleep and talk to you later. I am off to Minneapolis to get ready for Chicago. Bye!
Rob,
First night of Fantasy Football was tonight and we got 47.4 points. Addai and Wayne went wild !
Dad
Glad to hear our fantasy football team is dominating and that the Daby's had a beautiful baby boy.
Hi Rob!
I can't wait until you get the proper internet connections to upload your pictures. It sounds wonderful there.
Love you, Mom
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