Wednesday night my mother in law (sounds funny to say it) arrived from Semarang in Java by bus and we got together for a couple of hours. At the moment she is staying with Ika's sister in the kost in Kuta but will move in with us at some point. The 12-hour bus ride didn't seem to dampen her spirits and she is obviously glad to see Ika. I think having her married and getting things on the right track was her goal and I hope she has a nice time while she's here.
It was funny last night as she went to the bathroom in my house for the first time. After 1 minutes she reappeared from the bathroom asking Ika for instructions on how to use the western toilet. "I don't think I can do it like this." She said. "Just sit down." Ika told her. It really is 2 worlds colliding and the great thing for me is that no one is expecting to be taken to Ku De Ta every night. We grabbed a taxi down to Jl. Double Six to eat at Warung Murah and I think for her it was like a treat, as she usually eats at home.
One good thing about myself having lousy Bahasa is I don't have to answer a ton of questions. I sit there and take it easy. You might want to consider this route when choosing in laws.
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OOOOH, NIck… You are so cheeky!!!
My inlaws speak good English, so it’s hard to take it easy & ignore the too many questions!!!!
We are thinking of inviting Gede’s Dad out to OZ later next year, I can just imagine him out here he will be let loose & go wild for sure, should have seen him enjoying the wine Mum & my Aunt had snuck into a cask & left at the village for him, he was guzzling!!!!
I don’t think my Mother in law would leave her home & family, but I think Dad will!!!
Enjoy the last few outings before baby comes along!!!!
I’m new to this site, but I wish I were you sometimes Nick. Living in Bali must be a majic dream.
I’m new to this site, but I wish I were you sometimes Nick. Living in Bali must be a majic dream.
Your last comment has Chris, Lawrence and I rolling on the floor laughing. Excellent - hopefully - we too can pick as well as you have.