Dear Family-
Our conversation last week led me in to discussions this week with my coworkers. In particular, I asked people what they normally do during their off time. Depending on the person, it ranged from diving in the Philpines, to going out to eat, to watching movies, and to spending time with the family. Universally, we agreed that during the work week we are too tired to do anything. Even my friend Troy does not do much even though his family is here. He gets home, eats, spends a little time and then crashes. What I also found interesting is that most people kind of rate activities based upon their value relative to taking a nap on their day off. As an example, the diver dude went out with a new girl on his Saturday afternoon. He found the whole thing not worth while and decided to take a nap on Sunday instead of seeing her again. In other words, she wasn't nap worthy. In all seriousness, there really is not a lot to do here and I think that is why I have not put any thought in to having you come visit. It is not a particularly nice country, the people are not charming, and it is really expensive. So am I being boring? I think maybe a little bit. Was I being a martyr? Probably yes. I will definitely be looking to broaden my horizons in the coming weeks by trying some Pakistani and Indian cuisine.
Love you!
Clark
I have been dubbed "Superman" by my family and friends and the nickname stuck. I am using this blog as a way to keep in touch with my family back home in Eastern Washington as I work overseas for almost a year. UPDATED: Almost a year turned into almost three years. With the economy faltering, I've felt lucky to have this job, but it has been a challenge to keep our family upbeat and thriving with this separation.
Erin
After 20 years, we're apart for the first time. I'll be sharing our daily lives with Superman as a way to keep him up to date with life at home here in Eastern Washington.
Charming
At 19, our Prince Charming is the oldest of our three children and is on his way. Fiercely independent, Charming has finished college and has moved into his own place. Unrolling the kite string even further, we watch him bend, dip and soar with the currents of life.
Valiant
At 14, Prince Valiant is our brave warrior, our dreamer, and our goof ball. Beneath all that, he's our observer and can knock you over with the things he notices about the world we live in.
Buttercup
The baby of the family, Princess Buttercup holds her own in the face of two older brothers and looks cute while she's doing it. We call her the animal whisperer because they just love her and she loves them. She is definitely the apple of Superman's eye and misses him a lot.
1 comment:
"Nap Worthy"! That is so funny. Well, aren't you glad that you're not just OLD and that even the "young" guys are choosing sleep over other things? Still, don't you want to learn to love more foods that won't be available here?
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