We spent a morning in a workshop learning about the Buddhist Philosophy through discussion and discussion with a young Buddhist monk

The work on this trip is intense. Language classes, TESL instruction, learning cultural differences, and preparing lesson plans is a lot! But so interesting and with an incredible team of people. I must admit I’m tired but it is a very rewarding tired! I have to get back to my studies now!

I made fresh spring rolls, yellow shrimp curry soup, Tom yum soup, pad Thai with shrimp and mango sticky rice dessert!

We learned to cook a full course Thai meal. I can’t wait to try at home!!!

We went to the Thai Market to collect ingredients for our cooking class

We spent the afternoon visiting Buddhist temples and learning the history of Thailand. We were able to see the two oldest Statues of Buddha belonging to the country of Thailand

Before we begin teaching English as a second language to children we must learn some basic Thai conversation, Thai is a very difficult language. Hi is Sawad dee ka! We also have safety class ( snake and tarantula bites were covered) and ESL preparation. Lots of learning!

Less than 24 hours home and I’m packed and off to Thailand! I have the honor through Fulbright to be part of a dynamic group of people dedicated to changing lives and transforming communities by promoting better education, facilitating healthcare and providing support to those who need it most. We will be working in the mountains of northern Thailand with elementary children, at a home for women in crisis, and with various Fulbright projects.