Well, Meesha and I have had a very cool couple of days, and our situation is much different to that of what it was the day before last.
We have begun the volunteering aspect of the trip, and are now safely with the english teacher. (where we will be staying) Our exact location is not known to us, but we are in a gorgeous part of ISAAN, near Chum Pae, in Kon Kean province... which is in the northeastern part of Thailand. The home that we are in is reminiscent of a teakwood jungle fort, and it is really cool. We cant post photos probably, because the internet is too slow, but with our words, we hope to describe the situation as well as possible.
The food has been excellent, with lots of pad thai consumed as well as tasty sticky rice and hot and sour soooooop. We are learning Thai at an alarming rate because even the English teacher is aborently unilingual. It is an awesome experience, and we are really glad to be in this part of Thailand! We are the only westerners around, people look at us and say, wow "That girl is so beautiful!" and then our host translates for us...We have gotten our picture taken and it is really great! We will keep blogging when we can, and we hope life at home is swell!
Oh, and dont forget to comment!
MEESHA and THOMAS
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hi guys and gals;
ReplyDeleteyou are in issan province? that is great. are you anywhere near pai or mae hong son? these are 2 remote hill villages we visited when we were there. try to eat yoghurt as it keep the motezumas at bay.
grandpa and i bought a grain truck and will pick it up on monday.
i now have a blog too and will keep you posted on events here. the temp has warmed to - 4 C today thanks for sending the good weather since we were getting tired of -30 C.
cheers
uncle and auntie clorbs
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ReplyDeleteIt sounds and looks like you guys are in an awesome place!! Baba couldn't believe that you rode in a tuk tuk - she is amazed that people run around pulling passengers in those things (well, I'm sure you can imagine Baba talking about it!) Have a great trip!
ReplyDeleteHi Thomas & Michelle,
ReplyDeleteYou have belgian supporters as well! We love your blog and we like to look at your pics! It's already a great adventure, isn't it?
Use all your senses to discover Thailand, watch, smell, taste, feel, listen... ENJOY!
I can't wait to show your pics to Klaas (he went to see Madagascar 2 with Kris). He's such a big fan of you!
take care,
We love you!
Sandra & co
Hi Thom and Mischa,
ReplyDeleteWe are at Don and Christine's right now... and had a fabulous Thai meal... thought of you!
Coconut curry... vegetable rice paper wraps and great dips to dip them in!!
We are all looking forward to Thai recipes from you... hey... you could post one on your blog!! and we would make it and eat it!
Love,
Mom and everyone at the Epps
Hi there,
ReplyDeleteKlaas and Merel just looked at your pictures. They loved seeing you and were impressed to see an elephant and the golden statues. Merel (3.5y) wants to tell you something: "I'm behaving well at school. I want to give you a big kiss (and hug). Thomas is sweet. where is Lynne? do you have brown hair? Who's your friend? Thomas is veeeeeery sweet. Where's Luke? and his daddy? I have a lot of friends at school"
Klaas: "just say Hi! Tell him I'm fine"
take care,
Sandra & co
Hi Thom and Mischa and everyone else...
ReplyDeleteIts quiet here this morning... Sunday and we decided to just stay home and enjoy the sky coming in our windows and rest... and a cup of tea and a book. Betty and Lawrence - how was Chorale? We have the spa music on and thats on the verge of dangerous as you know ... We miss you bouncing up the stairs Thom. And we are glad for this experience for you.
We love you...
Mom
I wonder if you had your first day of being in the school yet? How was it? Who are the children and teacher you are with? What does the classroom lood like? Will you be teaching right away or observing for a bit? How was the scooter ride?
ReplyDeleteI am very curious!
I am off to my own wondrful grade five darlins...
Hey Thomichelle,
ReplyDeleteI don't know how much free time you have, but if you ever make it out to Chiang Mai (which isn't far from western Isan at least) then try to visit THIS little café:
Nice Kitchen
Moonmuang Road, Soi 6
(Sompet Market)
Chiang Mai
I don't know if the address helps you much, and when I was there the owner was in the process of moving across the street to a new building, but she should still be there somewhere. The surrounding market is fairly standard, but if you stay for a night or two, head out to the night bazaar and spend some time there. Chiang Mai was lovely when I was there, so if you have time...
I hope you're both healthy and happy. Stay cool.
DAVID
P.S. - In the process of looking for a map of Isan, I found this picture. Recreate it and I will be happy forever.
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Hi Michelle, my belle and Thomas!!
ReplyDeleteI'm thirsting for more!! Bring it on soon!!! :-)...........
Love , Mom ( Betty )
Hey you two!!
ReplyDeleteIt looks and sounds awesome so far, I am incredibly jealous!
The fruit sounds delicious, mmmm.... and all the pad thai...
Glad you're having a stellar time, can't wait to hear more!
love, natalie.
David... that is one absolutely incredible picture!! I hope everyone reading this blog checks it out: (http://farm1.static.flickr.com/86/254013095_33365790f0.jpg
ReplyDeleteReally quite life changing to see this miracle with my own eyes. An exquisite creature. Did you take the photo?
p.s.
my my David... it has been so long since I last saw you... I hardly recognized you in your picture on your blog profile! You carry your age well though... beauty becomes you.
Thom called this morning. They are doing great. They will try to update this blog on the weekend when they go to a bigger city. It sounds like they are very rural... teaching three lessons a day so working hard. They would love to hear from all of us... so keep the comments coming and tell others about the blog!
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