Catch up time...
I have been telling myself for weeks that I need to get back to this blog, but in Bangkok, there always seems to be something else to do… Anyways, sorry for the long absence, I am still here, doing well.
I returned to the US for Christmas. I had surgery on the 19th, so the rest of the break was honestly a blur. I enjoyed (I think!) seeing my family, spending my birthday with my parents & Mike, and visiting with my brothers & friends. I was surprised at my reaction to the cold weather in Wisconsin, although at the time it was pretty mild. The heat here must be getting to me, as 30 degrees was hard to handle!!
I returned to Bangkok on New Years Eve with Mike. The night before I had been telling his mom how safe I felt in Bangkok, so I was shocked the following morning when I heard about the bombings. Other than the even fewer number garbage cans around the city, & the little I have read in the censored papers, I have not seen much evidence of the violence, and I don’t know a great deal about what exactly went on... So, things returned to ‘normal’ quickly, and 2007 is flying by.
School is going well and we are almost through with 3rd quarter. Mike & I are adjusting to togetherness after a few years apart, and it has been great to have a constant friend to explore with. I am impressed at his seemingly effortless ability to adjust to the craziness of Bangkok. He has found a job teaching at a private Thai school. He begins each day with an adventurous 90+ minute commute on the water taxi, subway & bus to get to school. His school has over 5,000 students and is housed in a building based on the Disneyland castle... consequently he often has interesting stories to share!
I have made it out of the city a few times, with trips to the beach. It is always refreshing to breathe fresh, clean air, and have an unobstructed view of nature. I came to a decision when I was at home, that I will return to Thailand next year to fulfill my contract. I am enjoying myself, and feel there is still so much to see & experience in this part of the world. I genuinely miss hiking in mountains, swimming in rivers, and enjoying fresh cold air, but it gives me something to look forward to returning to.
We had a great time a few weeks back roving around the city when Mark & Michelle came through. It is fun to share the madness with friends from home. I find myself taken back on what I now consider normal when seen from an outside point of view. I have another old friend coming this weekend, and am looking forward traveling with my Mom & Adam in another month.
So, just a quick update of the last 4 months... I will try to do a better job of keeping up, as it is much easier to recall the details. Thanks for your interest & encouragement (Robin!); it is fun to share my experience. Other than another trip planned home this June, I intend to be here through May of 2008. An open invitation and a promise of some flabbergasting moments still stand. Enjoy the year of the Pig.
I returned to the US for Christmas. I had surgery on the 19th, so the rest of the break was honestly a blur. I enjoyed (I think!) seeing my family, spending my birthday with my parents & Mike, and visiting with my brothers & friends. I was surprised at my reaction to the cold weather in Wisconsin, although at the time it was pretty mild. The heat here must be getting to me, as 30 degrees was hard to handle!!
I returned to Bangkok on New Years Eve with Mike. The night before I had been telling his mom how safe I felt in Bangkok, so I was shocked the following morning when I heard about the bombings. Other than the even fewer number garbage cans around the city, & the little I have read in the censored papers, I have not seen much evidence of the violence, and I don’t know a great deal about what exactly went on... So, things returned to ‘normal’ quickly, and 2007 is flying by.
School is going well and we are almost through with 3rd quarter. Mike & I are adjusting to togetherness after a few years apart, and it has been great to have a constant friend to explore with. I am impressed at his seemingly effortless ability to adjust to the craziness of Bangkok. He has found a job teaching at a private Thai school. He begins each day with an adventurous 90+ minute commute on the water taxi, subway & bus to get to school. His school has over 5,000 students and is housed in a building based on the Disneyland castle... consequently he often has interesting stories to share!
I have made it out of the city a few times, with trips to the beach. It is always refreshing to breathe fresh, clean air, and have an unobstructed view of nature. I came to a decision when I was at home, that I will return to Thailand next year to fulfill my contract. I am enjoying myself, and feel there is still so much to see & experience in this part of the world. I genuinely miss hiking in mountains, swimming in rivers, and enjoying fresh cold air, but it gives me something to look forward to returning to.
We had a great time a few weeks back roving around the city when Mark & Michelle came through. It is fun to share the madness with friends from home. I find myself taken back on what I now consider normal when seen from an outside point of view. I have another old friend coming this weekend, and am looking forward traveling with my Mom & Adam in another month.
So, just a quick update of the last 4 months... I will try to do a better job of keeping up, as it is much easier to recall the details. Thanks for your interest & encouragement (Robin!); it is fun to share my experience. Other than another trip planned home this June, I intend to be here through May of 2008. An open invitation and a promise of some flabbergasting moments still stand. Enjoy the year of the Pig.
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