beach bumming on the southside...

Last weekend we set off on a new adventure...to explore the south-eastern side of the island.  We visited two surfing villages, Shek O and Big Wave Bay, that are a stark contrast to the hustle and bustle of Hong Kong's northern metropolis.  

We ended our adventure with dinner on the Peak, overlooking Central on the northside, with an incredible view of the nightly Symphony of Lights on Victoria Harbour.  This spectacular display was named the "World's Largest Permanent Light and Sound Show" by the Guinness Book of World Records.  


  

reunited...at last!

As most of you know, Bailey has been living the dream, lakeside at her grandparents house in Muskegon, Michigan, since October.  Many a days were spent swimming, playing with her cousins Cutty and Izzy, and outsmarting their electric fence.  Last week she added world traveler to her extensive repertoire, and made the long, arduous journey to join us in Hong Kong!        

Party up in NYC...

We finished our holiday trip in the States with one evening in New York City before catching the early flight back to Hong Kong.    

The Christmas tree at Rockefeller Center...a truly breathtaking experience!  As you can see, Tyler wasn't too impressed...he slept thru the entire walking tour of Manhattan.   

We capped off the evening with a cocktail up in the Rainbow Room, located on the sixty-fifth floor in Rockefeller Plaza.  The views of the city and beyond were amazing, and the drinks...ridiculously expensive!  

4 months old!

Tyler is now four months old...and tipping the scales at 16 lb 6 oz!  

Christmas with the Bolhuis fam...

Happy New Year!  We ended 2008 with a whirlwind trip back to the States to visit both family and friends.  We spent the first couple of days recovering from jet lag in Cincinnati, where Tyler enjoyed playing with his cousins Aidan and Hadley.  As you can see below...Grandma Horvath was thrilled to spread the holiday cheer with her two favorite grandsons!  

Tyler surrounded by Christmas gifts galore...

We flew to Michigan on Christmas Eve, to celebrate with Steve's family in Muskegon.  



Tyler in his new sleigh!     


Hope your holidays were merry and wishing you a joyous New Year!