Tuesday, August 26, 2008

Busy

This weekend we went on a search mission. We were in search of (reminds me of that old show by the same name) an English language book store. We got two totally different directions from two different people. Luckily they were in relatively the same area so we could explore both options. I have to say it was not that much of an adventure because we found it straight away.

While there Quinn decided to wander around and make some new friends. He grabbed a couple books off the shelf and decided that he really needed to show them to people. He just walked up to total strangers as proud as a peacock and showed them his books. We left after spending about 45 minutes and 150 dollars.

Close to the bookstore was a large grass area where people were hanging out enjoying the beautiful weather. Here is a pic of Q enjoying the installation art.



There were fountains for the kids to enjoy. Q was mildly interested until he was splashed at which point he lost all interest. Here he is surveying the scene.
Q was more interested in the group of guys racing around their gas powered remote control cars. The cars were really loud and he did not quite know what to make of them at first. We sat and watched the cars race around and go off jumps for about 10 minutes or so. He told me he wants one.

Because we don't have a car most of our trips involve public transportation. The subway is a really convenient way to get around. Most people are very courteous and accommodation when they see that you are traveling with a little one. Since we live at the southernmost section of the subway line it gets less crowded the closer we get to home. Here is a pic of J and Q waiting to catch a ride home.

Using the stroller poses one small problem. Like the name implies the subway is mostly underground which means you need to climb stairs to get to street level. Fortunately there are elevators at almost all of the stops. We usually squeeze in with all the old ladies and their plastic bags for the one story ride up. Here is a pic of us waiting.
Finally here is a pic of J and Q leaving the Bojeong subway stop near our apartment. Notice who everyone is watching. Can't go anywhere unoticed, especially with a blond headed baby.
Adios

Thursday, August 21, 2008

changing addresses

Thinking about changing addresses so I'm testing out this new space.