So I've recently been in touch with some people who will soon be moving my way. I think one of the most important things I could say to bring are family photos. For me here in Yanbu, it's hard to find places to print up photos. Even harder to find frames. Yes, there is Ikea in Jeddah, but it's 4 hours away!!
I came up with a great way to make sure we were always surrounded by family. I didn't want the girls to forget anyone. I made 24 of these 12x12 scrap pages and then used that special velcro tape to stick them to the walls. See, almost all the walls here are solid concrete. Good luck getting a nail in. I also shipped over some canvas prints I had done and my hubby's parents sent this huge map. We also used those wall appliques to decorate the girls room as well as their wooden name letters. I brought some of my old teaching posters too. Alphabets, maps, calendars...to put in the play room.
So, just my little tip for keeping family close to your hearts and your eyes. :)
...by the way, the scrap pages are great ideas for anyone, not just us here in Saudi. ;)
I came up with a great way to make sure we were always surrounded by family. I didn't want the girls to forget anyone. I made 24 of these 12x12 scrap pages and then used that special velcro tape to stick them to the walls. See, almost all the walls here are solid concrete. Good luck getting a nail in. I also shipped over some canvas prints I had done and my hubby's parents sent this huge map. We also used those wall appliques to decorate the girls room as well as their wooden name letters. I brought some of my old teaching posters too. Alphabets, maps, calendars...to put in the play room.
So, just my little tip for keeping family close to your hearts and your eyes. :)
...by the way, the scrap pages are great ideas for anyone, not just us here in Saudi. ;)
