Katie called yesterday morning and it was so good to hear her voice. She sounded so much better and actually happy, which eased Ken's and my mind. She described her "life" a little clearer than before so I can at least visualize what it's like for her.
She said the entire group is staying in a "palace", (but not like what you think). The King of the palace determines who lives there and there are about 30 families living there. The group of students are visitors which is why their living arrangements are so rustic. They are sleeping on wooden mats and bathing out of a bucket. She said the toilet facilities are far from what we know; they do not use toilet paper. Apparently they use their hand and water. I asked her if she was doing that and her response was "NO! I bought toilet paper!"
She bought her traditional outfit and said it is beautiful. She spent 200,000 rupiah, which equates to $20.00. Thanks to Mayo and Ed for buying the outfit for her. She will send pictures as soon as she can.
She said Bali is absolutely gorgeous! Bananas are growing right outside her window and flowers are everywhere. She said there are beautifully colored birds everyone, but they are in cages.
On Wednesday, the group is flying to Jakarta, where they will have their first home stay. She is very excited to make the move. I should hear from her in the next few days and I'll keep everyone posted.
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