Tuesday, February 21, 2006

Our Apartment in Tien Mu, Taipei







Ok I'm slow! Here are pics of the new pad and neighborhood - some of you have seen these already. I have to wait for my USB thingy for my camera to arrive before I can post new pics. So sorry...it should be here in a few days. It's stuck in customs. Our apartment is a 3 bedroom, 2 bath. It's 1250 square feet - but that's because there's only one closet! The second picture is our bedroom - I love the pine tree - the needles look like fingers. Very pretty. I really love the area - it's so vibrant. There's so much to see - millions of little shops - vendors selling all sorts of food (the majority of which is still a mystery to me!). I'm afraid either myself or Anjoli will get run over by a scooter while checking everything out. ( They whizz by so fast and never stop for pedestrians). We have an amazing bakery right around the corner - the bread is to die for. Anjoli is a big fan of their croissants.
The funny thing is our little street (ok it's an ALLEY) is so quiet. I figured living in the city would be very loud - but that's not the case, thankfully! Only hitch is our neighbors upstairs are renovating so it's "hammer time" all day long, starting at 9 a.m. sharp. It's ok, I'm not complaining.
I have so much to share - funny language confusion stories...don't worry - they're coming! It's just overwhelming at this point...I don't know where to start.

Be back soon - hope all is well back in the states! I have to admit I'm already a little homesick...

2 comments:

Rose said...

Sue,

Oh wow! It must be so very neat to be wandering around Taipei. (And probably a little unnerving as well.) That apartment looks really nice. Sharp and clean!

I'm doing well... keeping myself extremely busy. Andrew is being such a wonderful support. I've started working out regularly, and have once again rearranged the furniture.

How are you holding up? Sending happiness wishes in the direction of Taipei!

Jack

Anonymous said...

Sue!

Ack I miss you so much! Just looking at your pictures made me feel alittle homesick. . .even though I've never been to any asian country. Weird? I guess I'll always have itchy travel feet. I'm so glad you're happy.

Love,
Laura