Singapore Sling!

Ian went to Singapore last weekend. As well as seeing some of his old Bangkok friends, Ian also got an extra treat - Grandad Bob and Sue were in town en-route to New Zealand so Ian got to hang out for the day and have some fun! As well as a long amble around the river walk past the Singapore Parliament, Ian got to ride the 'Flyer' for the second time in a year. Ian also got to have some swimming pool fun, and did so in a pool with one of the nicest views we've ever swam in (the Fullerton Hotel, no less). And what blog post would not be complete without a shot of Ian with Mom, this time hanging out on one of the many historical monuments in this beautiful city?!

International Day

Ian's school had their annual International Day event yesterday. Ian's class has been studying Australia, so we got to see Ian posing as a Koala Bear and Kangaroo, which the class had made as part of their study. Ian then took his 'passport' which each student had, and visited the other 'countries' which the other classes each hosted. Ian got to hang with his buddies, eat popcorn and cakes and generally have a good time. And of course both Mom and Dad were on hand to watch Ian on stage as his class performed a Thai folk song and dance. Ian also had to announce where he is from, electing to state "America, Ireland and England" as his origins, all of whose flags he wore around his neck!

Hua Hin in the wind

We've been to Hua Hin for the long holiday weekend. Hua Hin is a town 2 hours south of Bangkok, famous for its beaches and as a weekend get-away for Bangkokians. We did exactly that this weekend and spent some quality time on the beach and by the pool (as we so often get to do!). Ian has become yet even more accomplished at swimming now, as Dad and Ian spent several hours trawling round the lagoon style pool. Ian swam 20 meters unaided in his longest swim to date.Way to go, son - you'll make the Olympics yet!

We also took a stroll down the beach at sunset and found some fishing boats getting ready to set sail, so Dad and Ian sat on the bow of one boat to watch. You'll see us in today's photos in possibly the windiest of conditions we've had in Thailand. It was a wonderful cooling breeze (read gale!) and most welcomed as it blew Ian's long curly locks in its wake!