Special Visitors

Earlier this month we were blessed by a visit from Jeffrey’s parents. It was a whirlwind-two-week tour, but relaxing and a needed break for us. After they arrived we quickly whisked them away to our home in Tha Thom. It was fun to show them our stomping grounds.

Welcome to Tha Thom!

During our two full days at home, 11 new chicks popped out of their eggs to see the new comers. Perfect timing since we left the next day!

Peeping, "Hello"

Remembering Nepal Days

Cleaning Garden Fresh Roselle

We quickly showed Mom and Dad the sights in Vientiane and our favorite eateries and then flew up to the old capital of Laos, Luang Prabang. Kaarina and I enjoyed looking down on the windy road which we motorbiked a year ago. (20 minutes by air…and 12 hours by road)!

I Spy Mom and Kaarina...

Real Family Meet Lao Host Family

Visiting the "Vertical Runway"

In Luang Prabang, we saw a waterfall and explored the endless markets and shops. Renting bikes certainly made getting around slick!

Filling up the Rental Bikes

Shrewd  Buyers

Jeffrey Jumping

Steve Sailing

Khuang Si Waterfalls

Biking Around Town

I Spy Mom and Dad

Mom and Dad’s visit was over before we knew it…but it was a blessing! After living in Laos for a year and a half our eyes have become slightly calloused. Showing visiting family around and reveling in the small blessings and beauty of this place allowed us to see the country again with a fresh perspective.