Au Revoir (french); Tot ziens (flemish); Sayonara and Aloha L.A! ______________________________


Hi everyone!

As most of you know, Ray has accepted a 2-year assignment with Toyota's European Headquarters in Brussels, Belgium. For those of you who do not know, Belgium is located next to France, Germany and the Netherlands. The home of NATO and the European Union, it is considered the "gateway to Europe" with its easy access to many European countries. (Hint, hint--good excuse to come and visit!)

Ray started his new position in February, 2008. The girls and I arrived here in late March. We are living just outside the city of Brussels in the commune of Tervuren, Belgium.

Although we are sad to temporarily leave our family and friends, we are excited for this adventure. What an opportunity to leave our tiny box and experience life outside of America!

Monday, December 14, 2009

More FUN in Belgium...



According to this article in Business Week, Belgium ranks as number 14 of the top places in the world to live. That doesn't surprise me...

And, although I am not ready to leave, I am going to enjoy our time here right down to the very last minute!



This past Friday, I was one of the parent chaperones for DS' 1st grade Belgian Studies field trip to the Grand Place. The kids (and parents) had a great time enjoying the city sights with their French Teacher, Ms. Villette. We were also treated to yummy waffles at the famous Dandoy Bakery, chocolate biscuits at a local chocolatier, and hot chocolate at a cafe inside the Grand Place.

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Later that evening, friend Kate hosted a "Boozy Bubbles" evening. It was a fab time chatting with lovely friends while taking my mind away from the stresses of moving.



I am going to really miss all the wonderful people I have met here in Belgium... And will always think of the fun bunch of gals who turned me on to this song... "
Reach for the Stars!"

Jane, Tori & Jenny dancing to Reach for the Stars...

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