Tariffs; April 30, 1976 Tembagapura

Tariffs paused except for China who's taken advantage of the United States for far too long.

Deron Patrick Scarabin starts this very first recording from Tembagapura while Marilyn Kay Adolph Scarabin, Louis Melvin "DD," Scarabin, Jr., Jason Louis Scarabin and Joshua Henry Scarabin join in describing their first few days in this most remote jungle town of Tembagapura, Indonesia.

The family recently returned from a trip to Hawaii, where they enjoyed the beautiful scenery and spent time together. Despite the high cost of accommodation and car rental, they found the experience worthwhile. The journey to their new home in Tembagapura, Indonesia was challenging due to the rough mountain roads, but the breathtaking views made it worth it.

Marilyn recounts coming in through Australia, noting the high cost of living and the exchange rate. They describe their new home and the groceries they bought, including familiar American brands. She also mentions a package they mailed with film and asks the recipient to keep it. She describes the food items available, including cornflakes, eggs, milk, bread, ketchup, and frozen chicken, bacon, and weenies. She reassures someone not to worry about the cost.

The family has arrived in Indonesia and is settling into their new home. They are adjusting to the new environment, including the local customs and the change in water and food. The mother is trying to get involved with the local community and is excited about the opportunities for the children.

A conversation about a mistake involving $0.72 is discussed. Marilyn expresses concern about the situation and asks for clarification. The speaker also mentions various individuals and their well-being, including Winky, Stevie, and Davey.

The family arrived at their new location, describing the challenging roads and the Indonesian workers’ training. They are adjusting to the time difference, with the children waking up early. The family is enjoying their new surroundings, with the children playing and exploring.

The kids will be out of school on July 7th. Scarabin family is enjoying the native plants and flowers, and the friendly locals. They are adjusting to the local customs and culture, including the importance of keeping promises to the natives.

Manuals for Sunday school are expected to arrive soon. DD discusses their work installing equipment to guide planes and their upcoming trip to the mine site. The weather has been cooler and drier than expected, with little rain since their arrival.

The rain is not as bad as expected. The family is enjoying their time and the kids are sleeping. They had dinner with Gail and Bobby, who made chili, bread buns, and a noodle salad.

The departure date is uncertain, with conflicting reports of July, August, or October. It is advised to confirm the date with Davis and start looking for necessary items. They plan to mail a package and write letters to everyone. Marilyn is keeping busy by baking cookies and spending time with the kids.