Open Fish Market. Here the fish are dried and treated with Salt. They sit out in the open. The photo was taken from the car. When David told me not to roll the window down - it was too late...The smell was awful...There are a few city blocks of nothing but dried fish...
The beef market was just past the fish area. Same concept - just open area where the meat is stored. One difference - the meat here is not salted - it is raw...Here a local vendor wanted to pause for the camera. 
For the past two days I have been spending time here in Cebu with David and Hiliary. Here are some photos to share the fun. Hiliary won bowling; she won't let us forget. The character that you see is a "Bee" from a fast food chain here called Jollibee! According to David & Hiliary the food is awful...Therefore we took advantage of the mascot at the mall... 
One of the areas that I visisted today was called "Childern of Hope School". It was started 25+ years ago by missionaries that were from Minnesota. The school is basically and orphanage for the childern here in the Philippines. They are educated and act as an adoption service for those who want to adopt worldwide. Currently, most of the new parents are from the United States. Here are some photos of the activities that occur here. David works on their computer systems and maintains their network.
Hiliary operates a clinic here called Glory Reborn. It was started about four year ago. They have delivered over 1600 babies with zero fatalities. Working there is very rewarding and can be eye opening. Before I departed from the US I contacted their office in El Paso. In turn, I arrived with a supply of baby clothing that will be issued to the childern.
Here is a picture of a public restroom. I really think there is very little explaining that I have to do here. All people stand...And well...You can imagine the rest...Notice the hose and the lack of straps...And no - I did not try it...
Here is a picture of the airport in Cebu. I found out it is on an island just South of the main city. This area is the ritzy area and there are alot of hotel/resorts in the area. 
Finally, here is an area of the city going towards the mall. Notice the large church in the background. I was told that they believe you have to be in the building at the time of the second coming. If you are not present, you will not be taken away...Interesting...
Today was fun; however, I was not able to fulfill my intentions. The first part of the day started at the Orchid Gardens. I learned that Malaysia is the orchid capital of the world. I have to say - Kent B - Well you would have loved this place. I will let the pictures tell the story.
Just a short walk down the road was the National Mosque. While I was not able to go into it since the holiday is in progress it was quite the scene from the outside. Also, you can not see them here; however, there are lights that hang from the trees. I bet it is a spectacular sight at night.
I hope that Jeremy is still following along on this trip. If so...Look what I found. Your office in Malaysia. Maybe you can transfer in a few weeks? Who knows. Anyways...I just had to place this picture in here for you. 
The KL Tower is quite impressive from the outside; however, I was unable to go up in it. This is due to the fact of the Rhamandan Holiday. Again...it was nice outside...However, I did not get the true picture. This was the same story with the Pertonis Towers. They were closed due to the holiday. Maybe on some other adventure I will be able to see them. 
Today was really more of a travel day than anything. I started out the morning in cambodia and walked around the market area. While walking, I found the local office of the Red Cross. It was quite different from what we have in Louisville. In other words, don't complain about out lack of windows guys...They dont hvae A/C and it was hot there! Here are some photos.
After walking back from the Red Cross I passed a parade (or so I thought). This was Monday morning here. The school childern were marching down the street on a field trip. There were about 500 childern. The parade lasted for about 45 minutes. The kids were adorable and were in their uniform. Their teachers were in uniform as well.
