Monday, December 10, 2012. Posted by Brian, Stefanie, Isabel and Amelia. We are a family of four embarking on a long dreamed of sabbatical to the very beautiful, exceptionally long and surprisingly narrow country of Chile. Abrazos - Stefanie, Brian, Amelia and Isabel.

Firstly, I realise there has been a lull of Ninja posts so major apologies for that, but I have been very active in documenting my progress since the last post and I knew that I would get around to posting a good few in one go. So this is to carry on from my last seedling update.

Zoe stopped by to do laundry and she stayed for Chicken Tikka Masala. After dinner I was outside smoking and I spoke to her through the open dining room window. Do you remember when you were a little girl, when you had a dirty face; I would have you lick my thumb so I could clean it off with your own spit? I do remember that. Did my thumb always taste like an ashtray? Sweet childhood memory I just etched for my amazing daughter. I can do better than that.

Come in, grab a drink from icebox and chill for a while. We all know the pandemonium that March brings in the U. It is a time of jubilation, feasting, partying, and glory. March Madness is a spectacle, one that rivals the ancient Romans and their gladiators. Yet, we often forget the other side of the coin. What of the tears, condolences, hugs, and going to bed upset. What happens when your team loses? On March 26, 2012 in Sports.