Well my friends, we are in Phuket… finally after too many attempts to get here during the last six months. By the time we left the flat on Friday the kids were wound up tighter than tops busting to be spun. This is the 3rd "Asian" holiday for Sebastian (coincidentally, the first two ‘Asian’ holidays were both in Phuket) but the first Asian holiday for the triplets. They sensed we were going somewhere special, but the reality of the situation didnt hit home until we actually arrived at the Meridien Beach Resort in Phuket. (At left: the kids play "Sleeping Bunnies" on, of course, a perfectly sterile airport carpet!)

All in all, the kids were incredibly well behaved for the entire trip to Phuket. There were few if any incidents on the ride to the airport, or on the plane. (Largely due to Tess who is exemplary at pulling little tricks or antics out of her hat.) When we arrived at the Phuket Airport, Blake and MoZiLLa were waiting for us. We boarded a bus for the hotel and 45 minutes later arrived at the resort. (At left: Tess in the HK airport getting the kids all revved up with the latest fun tune… note Jasper with a ‘monster pose.’)

Our plan was to race down to the pool for a quick dip upon arrival but we were well delayed for a variety of reasons. Therefore, we arrived well after dark and ended up feeding the kids  a few snacks and then they were off to bed. In case I forget to mention it again, Sela did two face plants into stairs and corners when she first arrived… she’s sporting some real shiners now! I am writing this on Sunday night and have some classic stories and photos of the last two days that I’ll post within 24 hours… truly hilarious, including a baby elephant "caught on film" going after Tess’ breasts! Classic and stay tuned. (At left: the triplets share a King sized bed. Seb had his own bed.)

Left, after wolfing down more pancakes than I could ever imagine the kids eating, they sit on the beach watching the waves and surf. Stay tuned for more fun pictures from Phuket, Thailand.