Our Shipment Has Arrived!

And the boys have created MEGA MATTRESS!  What are we going to do with this extra bed?

A day at the beach.

Ripley Russell, Intrepid Traveler.

The Marina

It is very hot in Dubai this time of the year, but the mornings are perfect for playing outside.  Today we went down to the Marina and played at the fountain.  Luckily, we had the whole fountain to ourselves!

Swimming

We have a beautiful pool on our rooftop which we visit almost every night.  Both Teddy and Ripley have come a long way with their swimming.  Teddy is now swimming without aids and he is jumping in from the side (something we had hoped he would do at the lake this summer but didn't).  Ripley is also loving the water as evidenced by the picture below.  Looks like he stuck that perfect landing!

Burj Kalifa - The Tallest Building in the World

We had the chance to go down to the tallest building in the world recently.  It is a must-do in Dubai, although you can see the building from everywhere in the city, including our rooftop.  We had fun exploring the area around the building and we hope to go to the top soon!

Teddy and Ripley are clearly unimpressed!

First Day of School at Dubai American Academy

Second grade!