AIR FREIGHT AND ANNIVERSARY

Finally received the air shipment on Wednesday afternoon. Really glad to see the "stuff" - especially the school supplies, kitchen stuff, towels, sheets, etc; Have posted a photo from our Farewell Party in Virginia (also was a 25th Wedding Anniversary party), and a photo showing the living room mess with our Air Freight. Have it all put away now. Our sea shipment should be here towards the end of October.

Sent kids to school this AM on the bus. I think they were relieved to go - too much time in this empty house. Am anxious to hear their reports this afternoon. Had a great experience at another dance studio on Saturday. Japanese teacher - very patient and kind - this is the one! Both Erin and I were very happy. Dance class is at "Education City" - where Texas A&M, Cornell, and Virginia Commonwealth University have campuses. Still lots of construction but what they have finished is beautiful. Grant had an orthodontist appointment on Saturday that also went very well. He should be finished with the braces in about 6 months.

Been very busy the past week getting ready for school - know those lazy days are over! Traffic has really picked up here as people come back from their summer breaks. Beginning to see more of the crazy drivers that Doha is famous for. Traffic fatalities are a big problem amongst the natives - think a major factor here is the refusal to use seat belts (don't worry - we always wear ours!). We are really getting to know Doha, by getting lost. There is no street address system here - directions are the nearest intersection, then the name of the building. Can be very frustrating. Haven't gotten our personal vehicle yet - still mired in the paperwork. Hope it all comes together this week.

Take care!

CB