We are fortunate to have an apartment located in a great area of Buenos Aires thanks to a workmate of Charlie’s. I’ve noticed that our kids are much more comfortable with big cities after their European experiences. We’ve hit the Eva Peron museum, the f
ancy flea market in San Telmo, the colorful barrio of La Boca, visited the zoo and walked in La Recoleta. Generously blessed by family friends, we had dinner at the gorgeous home of Gisa & Carlos, Ella & Andres, reminding us of the sweet advantages that multi-generational living conditions can provide. I’ve always loved that idea, but it would certainly be easier if you had a four story home with an elevator as they do! The grandma is 94 and the youngest children are 4-year old twins. Can you imagine?Our plans for South America are evolving slowly as we gather information and figure out how best to proceed. Quite a difference from the well-laid plans of Europe! It seems that traveling by overnight sleeper bus is cost-effective and comfortable, so we’ll give it a shot when we head south. It is peak season, so while we're trying to be spontaneous, it isn't always possible to find lodging along the way.
We took a vacation from our vacation in Colonia, Uruguay, which was fantastic. A classic historic centro and great beaches. Always nice to take the winter white glow off these bodi
es. We climbed the old lighthouse for a birdseye view of this former Portuguese colony. When we left our posada to catch the last ferry back to Argentina I turned to Charlie and said "Well, back to the grind. Oh yeah, there is no grind! :)"
Yesterday, Carlos took us to the Delta in his boat, which gave us a wonderful view of Buenos Aires that very few enjoy. We were windswept, sunburned and happy when we disembarked at 9:30 (the sun just about to go down).We continue to pray for all of you at home as we've been reminded how life can change in an instant based on a couple of scares that you've told us about.
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Dear Charlie, Colleen, and kids,
I finally caught up with you by reading the blogs. It is so neat to be able to keep up with you - where you are and what you are doing. Kay and I continue to pray for you, that God would guide you each day and use you in special ways. We have started to talk about the Lair and what fun it will be to see you and talk to you about your adventure.
We love you,
Bud and Kay
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