I felt pretty lazy today, but then I read

this comment and that sealed it.  My cyber-friend, Kolbi, has thought up an ingenious idea and run with it.  It's the kind of idea that makes you sit back in your (not-so-comfortable desk chair), smack your head, and wonder why on earth you didn't think of it?  The key point?  Someone did, she went with it and I love it.

Kolbi has compiled excerpts from various blogs written by those in the Foreign Service and/or their family members, used the blog's own photos or added related images, linked back to the original sites, and added a spin of her own.   She completes each section by adding her  own take on the post of the week and an excerpt of said blog to tempt you.  The only problem is deciding which site to visit first.   I think there are even a few new blogs for my blog-shelf, and can't wait to have another cuppa and review them.

It is very clear that she put a great amount of time and effort, and whether your goal is to learn more about the Foreign Service itself (work-wise), general stories of life in the FS, or just have a gander at great photograph moments from all around the world, please take a look.  You can also always click through to her family blog (and reach the round-up) by clicking on "A Daring Adventure" at the top of my blog roll.  Hats off to you Kolbi, for a great idea, and I personally cannot wait to read next week's installment!

In other news?  Um, none really.  In fact, reading through the aggregate of blogs made me a bit weary for the days of living overseas.   We are still clueless about our next post (after Peter's tour de….), but can't wait to see that bid list that should be coming out in 4-5 short months.  You know, after we move to um, where's that real estate section again?

Note: above photo is from Kolbi's site and should link through to the round-up. Enjoy!