tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-56212347969869482882024-03-05T00:47:40.995-08:00Let God Be KnownUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger9125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5621234796986948288.post-85950506568110904132011-07-10T10:34:00.000-07:002011-07-10T10:34:02.431-07:00We are the body of Christ<div style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Sorry, It's been SO long since I've updated! We have been so busy hanging out with everyone here and making the most of our last few days here. It's crazy that we have only 10 days left here in Thailand. Part of me is so ready to come home to see my family, friends, comforts of America, but so much of me wants to stay and live this life serving the Lord in missions forever. I have to just realize that when i get back to America, it doesn't stop. I'm still serving the Lord doing his mission, and most importantly glorifying him. This past week, we have been cheering on all our new friends at their Freshman games. We've been to badmitton, tecraw(kinda like volleyball, but you use your feet instead of hands), crosswords, basketball, water polo, and tennis). It's been so fun. It's even better watching the freshman you are closest to and seeing how happy they are that we come and watch them. This week was also Townsend's birthday, so we had alot of fun things planned for him. All of the girls learned a dance and performed it at his team birthday party. I started dancing to his favorite song, "Making my dreams come true" and then Milcah joined in, and then the rest of the team. He was so shocked and loved it. We cooked spaghetti,bread, and cookies and brownies that night. What a sweet American treat.</div><div style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">More and more people this week have been sharing their testimony with the Thai students. Milcah and her ministry partner, Aw, actually shared theirs three times this week. Two of them have now accepted Christ into their life. Hallelujah. It's been awesome to hear the stories of how God is working here in Thailand. Last weekend was fourth of July, but we celebrated it on the 2nd. We had a big pool party with Thai food and amazing desserts. It was such a nice treat that reminded me of home.Today, Sunday, we woke up early to play field games with the Education students... IT WAS SO MUCH FUN. We played this mosquito game where one person had to run around like a mosquito and tag ppl without getting captured. We played a toss the balloon game, and capture the flag with powder balls. All of the students loved that we were there and let us join in their games. Afterward, we went to church and Towsend and I taught a sunday school lesson to 4-7 year olds on family and Jacob and Esau. As a team event, we went to kareoke tonight and sang almost every American song offered. It has been the most amazing, and fast 44 days here and I know I will enjoy the last 10.</div><div style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Prayer now would be to make the most of the time we have left here in Thailand. Also to continue reaching and caring for the lost when I go back to the States. Thanks again for all your prayers. Please keep it up!!</strong></div><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>Love you guys</strong></span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Cheering her on at the Badmitton game. She won!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Birthday boy turned 23</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Ministry team in our new shirts that say "rooted in Christ" in Thai</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">i'm gonna miss this one for sure</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">happy 4th(2nd) of July!</td></tr>
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This week has been such a wonderful reminder of God's grace. This summer we have been seeing a lot of our pride, selfishness, and many more sins, but this week God's grace as been so abundant in my life. We don't deserve a Savior or even to be in heaven, but God saved us anyway through his perfect son dying on the cross. He loves us and we are valuable in his eyes. We are not his slaves, but his sons and daughters. We are not in bondage, but have FREEDOM in Christ. What an incredible feeling.<br />
Last week was so wonderful. We celebrated Courtney's birthday with karaoke, visited an orphanage, learned how to play field hockey, went on a double date to the Green Leaf, played scrabble, swam in a green pool, and ate with the staff here at KKU.(Khon Kaen University).<br />
The day at the orphanage was one of my favorite days. The kids were so precious and fun to play with, besides the kid who squirted milk on my new shirt. No big though. The kids would not leave your side for more than 5 seconds. Right as we would set them down, the immediately ran to our knees with their arms high saying "Om, Om" Meaning- Hold me. Such a great picture of how we should be crying out to the Lord saying "Hold me" or "Take me". When we left it broke my heart. They were bawling, grabbing onto our legs as we had to leave. I wanted to keep them all. I will adopt a Thai baby one day, Lord willing.<br />
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Lately, we have been hanging out with freshman while they are playing their sports. Starting Wednesday, the students will begin their freshy games. This is where students from certain faculties( or majors) will play against each other in games such as volleyball, tennis, badmitton, field hockey, basketball, fencing, and crosswords. We will be cheering and following around the education faculty. We've been helping the girls with crosswords(aka scrabble) because it is in English. It is sad that I have been beaten twice. However, they also get to use special words such as xi, and qi, and many more that I am not aware of. It's been so fun and real good bonding with them. I am loving the Thais more and more everyday. I don't know how I am going to leave!<br />
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<b>Please continue to pray for health, strength, and taking opportunities that God is revealing to us. Thank you for prayers and support! </b><br />
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New Thai words:<br />
Jip joy- No worries<br />
Law lin- just kidding<br />
ma(same tone)- come<br />
ma(rising tone)- dog<br />
ma(low tone)- horse<br />
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<b>This is a video Townsend created. I absolutely love it.. Might just bring tears to your eyes! Enjoy.</b><br />
<a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W2oTHkm69Qs&feature=player_embedded">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W2oTHkm69Qs&feature=player_embedded</a>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5621234796986948288.post-66202289808849760792011-06-21T11:16:00.000-07:002011-06-21T11:16:41.439-07:00If God is for us, who can be against us?<div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">This week has been so wonderful and such a great learning experience. It's week 4 and it is starting to set in that we have been in Thailand for a while and starting to miss the comforts of America. ex. (queso, shopping, F.R.I.E.N.D.S, family, soft beds.)However, answered prayers from God, team encouragement, and lost souls have kept us energized and ready for more of Thailand. This week we have been learning about open doors and being watchful for opportunities that we pray for. I know I pray for opportunities, but how often do I watch to see if God answers. Not too often. God has taught me to pray for opportunities and thank HIM! We definitely had a wonderful opportunity last Wednesday night when we were able to hang out with the freshman for an extended amount of time while they were making pons(gifts) for their teachers. We played ninja, told stories, and shared our testimonies. It was such a fun time to hang out with them. </div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Thursday and Friday were good times with our ministry group. We really were able to connect with our ministry partners and re evaluate how we are making the most of our time... and we got PIZZA. Mah... aroy(delicious).</div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"> Sunday was such a special day. The church had a baptism service for new Christians. It was so sweet to see how they were so joyful as they were getting baptized. There were tears, laughs and many smiles that day. We also were able to invite many of our new Thai friends that have never been to church before, and they got to enjoy the service with us. It was such a wonderful opportunity to show God's mercy, love, and faithfulness towards us and be able to share it with others. Sunday night was fun team bonding as we celebrated Courtney's birthday!! We had a scavenger hunt for her, Auntie Anne's and bowling. Such a wonderful end to the night. I scored maybe 45. </div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Monday night I learned how to play field hockey and kareoke.Yes, I sang Celine Dion and Achy Breaky Heart in Thailand, as well as attempted Thai songs. Loved it. </div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Today, I celebrated the wonderful Joy's(ministry partner) 21st birthday by a lake, with friends, in a market, and ate dinner. So thankful for her and all she has taught me already. Today we had a wonderful sermon over the verse, "If God is for us, who can be against us?". It was such a great reminder that God is ALWAYS for us. Never against us, even when bad things happen to us, he works for the good in us. He does not want to punish, or harm us but to love and care for us. He knows the plan for our lives and we are to trust him. Also, no one can successfully be against us. There will be people against us, aka. Satan, but there will never be anyone that can be successfully against us. God is too great, powerful, awesome, holy, hardcore, THE MAN. Just a little encouragement. Think about it... no, just pray.</div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><br />
</div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Pray for humility, security in Christ, and devoted time in prayer and scripture please. Also for my sweet friends I have met here. Thanks again for your prayers and support. Love you to the moon.</div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><br />
</div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">New words: </div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Fone- rain</div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">fan-boyfriend/girlfriend </div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">Sabadi mai ca-how are you?</div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">nam-water</div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">fun di- sweet dreams</div><div style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;">NA RAC CA- sooooo cute!</div><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Saturday we had the privilige of visiting a Buddhist temple in downtown Khon Kean. It was very beautiful-9 floors high. Alot of statues, paintings, and instruments that represented their culture. It was cool to get a better perspective of their religion. It also is such a good way to just be with the Thai students and ask them questions and just show them love as best as we can. Afterwards, we went to lunch at the mall and had such a fun time watching the shows, dancing, and singing that were going on. I actually got a picture with a kind of famous popstar there, Mac. I only liked his music because he sang Justin Bieber. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Sunday was such a wonderful day of worship and fellowship with the team. At church we learned the importance of brokeness and the blessings that come from it. Brokeness leads to deeper love and deeper worship. You can see God a little bit clearer. After,We played sports, went to dinner, and watched the Goonies late at night. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I love my team more and more every day. I am so encouraged by <strong>their</strong> encouragement, joy, and love for the Lord. It makes me so happy. This coming week we are going to be encouraging our ministry partners and just trying to be faithful to where the Lord wants us to be. Each week brings new excitement. Thanks for reading and your prayers.</span><br />
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<strong><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Prayers would be just to be faithful to God's plan. Loving and serving more than ever.</span></strong><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">No new words in Thai. fail.</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Make an animal face. Razorback snout. Duh.</span></td></tr>
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</div><div style="text-align: center;"></div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5621234796986948288.post-21417174412180983592011-06-09T01:52:00.000-07:002011-06-09T01:52:58.154-07:00Freshies and Johnny Depp<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">These past few days have been so wonderful and so affirming that God has me in Thailand for a reason. I've seen God move in so many ways and am learning a ton. Lately, I have been seeing the authority of God and how powerful he is. So often I want to put God in a box and say he can only do so much, but really he can do as much as he wants. He has parted the waters, made a burning bush talk, and raised people from the death. My God is sut yah!!(awesome). Anyways, this weekend has been so great for rest and refueling ourselves up for the week. Saturday night, our team (guys and girls) went and did aerobics and then went to Pirates of the Carribbean afterwards. It was such a fun time for team bonding. I loved it. Sunday was a great day of rest and fun games with the team. Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday we have continued to go to the canteen( like a cafeteria) to meet more and more students. Thai students have convicted me so much because they are so welcoming and friendly to foreigners. When have I ever been so inviting to a foreigner besides Milky? hah j/k Milkshake;). But really, they have taught me how to love in a whole new way. Monday night was so fun. The students in edcuation had a big/little reveal. Basically the same as what we do in America. They all came with laundry baskets filled with stuff to give their littles. This week has been hard to get alot of time with the freshmen and sophomores because they are so busy with cheers( not so cheery, they get yelled at) and getting ready for freshy games. This week we are going to the temple and inviting students to come with us. I'm really excited about this week and can't wait for the next weeks to come. It's crazy how much I love these people already. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Prayers would be to put on the image of Christ every time I meet a new student and leave Katy K behind in the car. Pray also for health, alot of students are getting sick. Thanks again for reading and all your support. Much love.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">New Words in Thai:</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">bocnoc or zaparot- pineapple</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">i like- chan chob</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana;">How much-tah ray</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana;">Lower the cost-lod dei mai</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">yak yei lei yak lek- big giant chasing little giant</span><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Thai aerobics</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5621234796986948288.post-25512097876836694942011-06-04T00:51:00.000-07:002011-06-09T02:08:22.767-07:00SuSu--- "Press On"<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;"> These past few days have been such a blur and so much fun. I have seen God answer so many prayers in so many ways. We still continue to go to the canteen( cafeteria) everyday for lunch meeting with more and more freshmen. Our talks have been so encouraging and fun. We are getting to know them more and more and they are starting to build trust with us each day. Wednesday night was so much fun.Our ministry team went to a gymnasium to do aerobics and meet some freshman there! Wow, it was a workout. I was videoing most of the time and I still was exhausted by the time it was finished. As aerobics was ending, we were kinda feeling a little bummed because the freshman group didn't show up but we were making plans to go to the market and meet some. Little way to show God was faithful and that he answers prayers- the sweetest freshman girl walked up to us(speaking perfect English) and asked if she could join us for dinner. How cool was that? And just as we were leaving, two of the freshman we were supposed to meet showed up last minute and joined us for dinner. God is so faithful. We had such a great dinner and conversation. I am hoping to keep in contact more with these girls. They have already left an impression on my heart.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Thursday night we had care team with all the Christians. This is the bible study discipleship group that P. Betsy (our leader) leads. (P is like Mrs. or Mr. in Thai.) It was really cool to hear them share their heart, their struggles, and their praises and that we got to share ours as well. Thursday was also a special day for me, because I finally bought some American food. I did not know how much I would miss it. Annie Anne's pretzel was heaven in my mouth. God placed that wonderful place in the mall for a reason. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">This morning( Saturday) we awoke at 8 and jumped in the car to be taken to a cobra snake farm. Had no idea what to expect, but did not know it was going to be as intense as it was. They had snake boxing, snake dancing, and we got to hold a snake. Yes, I had a snake around my neck. I still feel gross. The dancers stuck the snake in their mouth, down their pants.. etc.. etc.UNBELIEVABLE. At one point, a snake snapped at us and everyone in our team literally jumped across the stands. It was so fun and such good team bonding. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Please continue to pray for these Thai freshman we are meeting and that they would see Jesus in us and notice something different. That they would be interested in Christianity and open to friendship. Thank you again for praying and all your support! This has been an incredible opportunity. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Big thing i learned last night. When God gives you the most important,best opportunities for something to happen, Satan usually tries to make you not want to do it. Such a good thing for me to think about.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">yin ti di dye rou jah- nice to meet you</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana,sans-serif;">Su su-press on/ keep fighting</span><br />
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</div><div style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Today was our first day to go out with our ministry partner and start talking to freshman in the caf. Right now, we are trying to build friendships with these students and really just be interesting to them. We, CCP, pretty much are bait. We are the shiny cool toy that attracts the Thai students, but that is kind of all we can be right now. If we rush it, we could ruin the relationship from the start. Tikky and my target goal is the Education freshman. We will try and hang out with these 40 girls because they will be here the longest and P. Betsy (our staff leader) has already met all the sophomores, juniors, and seniors.The freshman are easy to spot because of their white shoes. Only the freshies wear the white shoes. After lunch we took a break and then went to the night market together. Better believe I was picked up on a motorcycle.SO MUCH FUN. I met some of Tikky's friends and walked around the night market looking at cute cheap clothes and yummy fruit. Dinner consisted of squid and shrimp. I ate 2 bites. So very thankful though for this food, especially lime smoothies.</div><div style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Day 6</div><div style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Today started with a double date trip to the Amazon cafe( coffee shop). I was so excited, just picturing a yum bagel, muffin, anything.. but sadly none were available. Little disappointing when I saw rice patties as the breakfast option. Towns and I split the blueberry smoothie instead. After that we went to the church and listened to a sermon about the urgency of spreading the gospel. It talked about how hell is real and Jesus can come any day. How much do we hate someone to not share the gospel with them? God uses our weaknesses in his strength. I love knowing that. Evangelism-not a strength of mine. After training, we went to lunch again with our ministry group. I met with Tikki and some of her friends. We had such a good conversation and found out some of their nicknames which included:</div><div style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Bear, Nun, Elephant, and Ghost Ladybug(of course because she likes to fly and ladybugs are everywhere)</div><div style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br />
</div><div style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">After lunch, we took a break and then met up with them again for the freshman orientation. The freshman were introduced and we actually were introduced as well. Favorite moment: As I was walking back to my seat, a Thai student yells I love you Katy and does the "I love you sign". Such a sweet moment. Later, we met up with some of the Freshman for dinner at the market place again. When I introduce myself as Katy, they love to laugh and say "haha.. Katy Perry." so cute. I found out that my name in Thai means Coconut milk. Apparently, it's a good name. </div><div style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br />
</div><div style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This week has been so incredible and I thank you for your prayers. Now I pray to be selfless, be a servant, and to not grow weary. They respect and value their king so much, and I want them to know the REAL king. How in awe we should all be of him. Thanks again for your prayers!</div><div style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br />
</div><div style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">New words:</div><div style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">aroy-delicious</div><div style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">baba bobo-crazy</div><div style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">narac-lovely</div><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">cry cay cay guy-Where can i get fish eggs? </span><br />
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</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Day 4 was a Sunday, so naturally we went to church. Ha, but Church started at 1 so the students could sleep in. How nice! Love it. Church was amazing. We had lunch and then went into the big room to worship with the Thais. I was wondering how this was going to work out, since we both speak different languages. However, it was the most beautiful worship I've ever experienced. We sang together in our different languages rejoicing the Lord. Emotional experience for me-i cried the whole time. It reminded me of the verse in Revelation 7:9 which says, " After this I looked, and there before me was a great multitude that no one could count, from every nation, tribe, people and language, standing before the throne and before the Lamb. They were wearing white robes and were holding palm branches in their hands. " </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">What an amazing picture of heaven.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">After church we played more sports and games and headed home for the night. For dinner I had a drink that literally tasted like a butterfly. Interesting, I know. I fell asleep watching Letters to Juliet in Thai. What a great day. Tomorrow, going into the campus to do some ministry with Tikky!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br />
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</tbody></table>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5621234796986948288.post-64349344509407189262011-05-28T20:40:00.000-07:002011-05-31T18:50:43.812-07:00Cankles and Dinos<div style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Swatika!! ( or Hello in Thai)</div><div style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><br />
</div><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Finally in Thailand and it has been an incredible experience so far. Meeting these Thai Christians has been so fun and inspiring seeing how they live out their faith. Our journey was a 2 day adventure-very tiring, exciting, and smelly. Our travel flights were from Birmingham to Charlotte, Charlotte to New York, a long lay over from New York to Singapore, Singapore to Bangkok, and lastly Bangkok to Khon Kaen where we were greeted with smiling faces, Thai students, and sweet kids running around everywhere. It was probably the best greeting I've ever had. One of my favorites being from a cute little boy named Sam. He greeted me by taking a picture of me with his cross necklace, as well as swinging a light saber at my face. Right when we got back to "The Great Diamond"( our residence) we all were out in 10 minutes. Of course, because of the jet lag, we were up the next day at 5 am in the morning wide awake.Good to be in my new home for the next two months.</span><br />
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<tr style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Double decker plane! Who knew there could be an upstairs to a plane?</td></tr>
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<div style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Day 2.</div><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The next day we went on a city tour to visit all the city sites. We saw temples, markets, stray dogs EVERYWHERE, and visited a big mall with a fresh supermarket. After the tour, we went and ate with all the Thai families and their children at Ja Pawn.( a place where there are vendors everywhere). I've learned that I love lime smoothies here. The fruit is just too good. I'm obsessed. I've realized that I absolutley love my team and can't wait to get to know them more and more as the summer goes on. Thank you all for your support, prayers, and love for this amazing opportunity. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Words I have learned.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">chai-"yes"</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">mai-"no"</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">jah yin yin nah-"easy tiger"</span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Yummy food. Watermelon smoothie and fried rice!</span></td></tr>
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<tr style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Interesting fact. There are many dinosaurs statues and shrubbery in Khon Kaen. This is because they found a dinosaur fossil here years ago. They are proud of their discovery. Molly Mitch, if you are reading this- this pic is for you.</td></tr>
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