Social Painting

Last night a group of us met up at Arteatiq to do some painting. When we arrived they had paint, brushes, a canvas and "inspirational" artwork for us to look at. The rest was up to us. I had never painted like this so I had a lot of questions, but in the end I think I did all right (for my first time).

We were set up right by the window, so we had a lot people stop and check out how we were doing. Here is Gillian and Camile sketching out their artwork.


Jennifer and Carrie getting started on their masterpieces:


Gillian's painting (she went to art school, can you tell?)

My finished work. I picked this kid in the rain because it reminded me of Elyse when she holds an umbrella.
Gillian and Camille didn't get done so they are going to go back to finish.

Me, Jennifer and Carrie with our finished work.

I had a great time. It's always fun to go out with friends and try something new.

My Girls

Elyse and Anastasia love hanging out on this chair:

Getting ready for the Lantern festival:

Hanging out at Jurong Lake:

Creating an airplane in our apartment:

I love them so!

Last Day with Eric and Kristen

On Eric and Kristen's last day in Singapore we had planned to go to the zoo. As we got closer and closer to the zoo, the clouds got darker and darker so we decided to go to the Science Centre instead. We were all a bit disappointed (Elyse did very well though and didn't throw a fit), but it turned into a fun day.





We had such a good time with Eric and Kristen while they were here. I am so glad they were able to come and visit. Thanks to the Grandparents in CO who watched Cate and Ashton so they could make the trip. Can't wait to see you again- we love you and miss you!

A Night Out with E and K

After we got home from the Southern Ridges walk, the girls had naps and Eric and Kristen headed out to explore another area of Singapore (Raffles?).

Toby was nice enough to get home early and watch the girls while I went out at met up with Eric and Kristen for dinner.

We wandered through the few stores at Chijimes and then picked a place to eat. It was fun to hang out with my brother and sister-in-law without the kids for awhile.

I love the atmosphere at Chijimes at night.

It was a fun night.

Southern Ridges Walk

For some more outdoor fun and a different perspective on Singapore, I took Eric and Kristen along the Southern Ridges walk to Henderson Waves. We started at Hort Park and then after Henderson Waves we took a taxi to VivoCity for some lunch. It was a HOT, HOT day, but a good one :)

A friend we met on the way. He grabbed at Anastasia in the carrier which was a bit scary, but didn't get her thank God.

Henderson Waves



The view from the street as we waited for our taxi.

Chinatown with E and K

I wanted to show Eric and Kristen one of the ethnic neighborhoods in Singapore so I chose Chinatown since you could see a Hindu temple, a mosque, and a Buddhist temple all in one go.

Here we are on the MRT:


Hindu temple:
The Oldest Buddhist temple in Singapore:


Kristen and Elyse joining in the parade :)


We ended the trip by going out for some dim sum. (This isn't the best picture, but you get the idea).

Sentosa with the Schmidts

On the Monday of Eric and Kristen's visit Toby had the day off and the sun was shining so we headed off to Sentosa.


Everyone had a great time playing in the sand and water. it was a beautiful day.

We then headed to Coasties (?) for some lunch to refuel for some luge rides.


Can you tell it was hot? Anastasia got super sweaty as she cheered us on.

After the luge, Eric and Toby went to the ropes course while the girls had some ice cream and waited for them back at Vivo City. SO MUCH FUN!