I enjoyed going to the park this morning...since we don't have class until later in the afternoon on Fridays, Ginny, Becca, and I went to exercise at the local park. It completely made my day when I saw a class of preschoolers playing on the playground...Each time I walked around the park, I'd smile and wave to a particular group of little girls. Later as I sat down to rest, one little girl just kept waving over and over to me. She'd slide--and wave. Stand there--and wave. Run around--and wave. Turn around--then wave. I've determined that Thai kids are adorable!
Anyway, this week has gone by fast just like all the others...we taught every day with our regular schedule with several fun activities in between. Tuesday, several of the English Education students came over to our apartment, and we celebrated one of the student's 21st birthdays :)
Last night, we went to eat with Pat and Yui (2 English majors) at Boomsteak...they've got a good bit of "American food", or at least food close enough to it :) Fries, burgers, porkchops, etc...
We've found that we seem to be eating a lot...I guess food is a major part of many cultures :) I absolutely love eating Thai food! Here are some favorites (I'll do my best to explain since most of them I say using Thai :)...fried raman noodles, fried rice with chicken or pork, omelette over rice, garlic pork, Thai-style noodles, stir fried vegetables over rice, thom yam gung (a popular soup with spices and shrimp in it)...and of course, LOTS of tropical fruit!
The different brands they have for snacks are fun too...For instance, the other night I was craving some cookies to go with a glass of milk I had, so I went to 7/11 real quick...and came back with a package of Fun-O's! Talk about fun cookies :) Anyway, just some excitement I get from simple pleasures of life :)
English camp starts tomorrow, which is very exciting! We've got a full camp and have been planning a lot the past few days for all the activities we'll be doing...pray that not only will everyone enjoy it, but also that the Bible stories we tell to teach English will create good discussions among our groups to explain more about Christ and the Word.
As we go through life in Thailand for the summer, I pray that we won't grow complacent and forget the seriousness of the task God has called us to...May we be passionate about building relationships and sharing the gospel to those around us :)
[Colossians 1:9-14]
Thanks for your support!
~Shompoo
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I love how you get excited over the "little" things in life. Like Thai kids... who are adorable... and random snacks you get to eat. I miss that so much.
I'm really excited about your English Camp! I know last years was amazing and this year will be too. Keep us posted on all the fun stuff you do and the funny moments that take place.
Love and miss you! Look for an e-mail from me later today.
So you've got me craving for Thai food now! Haha, especially tom yum gung. It's just not the same over here. Oh and that spiky fruit! What was it called? Anyway, glad you're having a good trip so far!
Enjoyed your pictures and comments. I miss seeing your smiling face at church. I am glad that you are doing God's work overseas. Hope to see you soon. May God Bless you and your mission.
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