Did we mention that we have been to 3 shops that claim to be IKEA? They are all in UB, and all do carry some amount of IKEA stuff. We purchased a desk, a lamp and cutting boards. We will probably go back when we get other opportunities and just see what else they have. Their prices are high for some things while really good for other things. When you drive around UB you see signs everywhere for IKEA, North Face, and a lot of other recognizable brand names.
Of the many things I packed and re-packed over the past several months, some of those I am most thankful to have brought are the kids’ IKEA dishes. Yes, I can buy more here, but it was great to just pull them out of the duffel and put them in the cabinet and know that if all else failed, the kids had something on which to eat their meals! With all the shopping fatigue and the drains on cash supplies for other necessities, I couldn’t help feeling thankful to have a few simple things from home in our kitchen here. There has not been much that I’ve unpacked and wondered why I bothered to bring it. I can really only think of one thing, and it simply came by mistake (I thought it was a waterproof mattress cover for Toby, but it’s a crib pad!). We did bring a lot of clothes for the kids and a lot of their stuffed animals, but right now I don’t regret either one. I’m glad not to have to do laundry every day for them and the stuffed animals are played with and cuddled everyday.
I’m looking forward to hanging the few pictures we brought with us as soon as I figure out how to do that on the concrete walls . . . The small winter scene by Larsson in a red frame will look perfect and will be another touch from home.
Thanks for the comments and for letting us know that you’re reading what we write! We won’t have as much time to write as soon as classes start, but that doesn’t mean we don’t want to read what YOU write! Please keep in touch with us as much as you can.
with love from the Wood’s
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August 13, 2008 at 12:59 pm
Bernie Anderson
I am thinking that you should go for more of the Pottery Barn look, actually. I think you can get furniture that will match the lighted bridge in Darhan…
Let us know when you’re coming back to the city – we’ll make fun of furniture … I mean shop for furniture… 🙂
August 13, 2008 at 3:41 pm
Sharon Thomas
Bright colors seem to be the thing in Mongolia. Go for it! Think orange and blue! Aren’t those someone’s alma mater colors? This is your opportunity to be who you really are. I know that’s gotta include lime green for Mark.
Love from your Mother-in-law!
I’m waiting to see some photos of the GIANT sofa!
August 14, 2008 at 6:58 am
larry
Well, I’ve heard of a place maybe here in Darkhan that has an IKEA catalog that you can “order” stuff out of (well, actually they just use it as a design and make it themselves)….
Isn’t it FUN to shop! 😉 gag me with a handmade wooden IKEAish spoon
August 14, 2008 at 12:22 pm
Deanna
It’s sure great to see the pics up! But – where is one of Cinda???? We all really miss you guys! Terrill got a picture made of you all (including the kids) and will be hanging that up at church ASAP. Terry and I love reading your blogs and think about you a lot. Hope you enjoy language school!!!
August 14, 2008 at 11:52 pm
Terry
The light from yon window breaks fair indeed to tie a fishing fly of Taimen need. All work and no play? Keep us posted when the big one gets away!
August 15, 2008 at 2:19 am
Leigh Ann
I just wanted you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. It is so good to hear that you are doing well and that God is meeting your needs. We miss your sense of humor here but are glad that it is serving you well there. 🙂
August 15, 2008 at 2:20 am
mongoliawoods
We are all about the NEON colors- don’t worry, images of the Dar-Vegas bridge will soon be coming
Terry the Taimen fishing will be soon approaching- had a friend that went fishing this past week and was successful- I’ll get my chance but keep asking.
August 15, 2008 at 2:21 am
mongoliawoods
Deanna,
I will certainly try to get pictures of Cinda, but you understand, as remember you were not all that fond of getting in front of Terry’s lens!