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Re-learning things...




So far two things I am forced to re-learn here:
1. Wash the dishes, the dutch way
2. Ride the bicycle along hi-way

I just learned that hot water is so precious here as clean drinking water is in Philippines. So in washing the dishes, the dutch people have special dish-washing liquid soap that doesn't require rinsing. Strange for me but I just followed what I had to do. Believe me, the dishes don't smell and they are indeed clean. I really had to set aside the filipino practice in this simple chore for a while.

Now regarding the second re-learning. We went back to stores again (i attached some pics our first stop was chocolate store) but this time I have to practice my biking skills. People here normally go around by bicycles. My sister told me I have to get used to riding the bike and familiarize myself with the directions so I can go by my self next time.

I know how to drive bicycle but not on a hi-way. I was praying that God would protect me while riding the bike. It was quite a challenge but by God's grace, we returned home safely. I didn't hurt myself nor hurt anyone along the bike lane.

The Lord is good each day.


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