not much is updated...

for those of you who are keeping track of this trek: not much is updated. i still have a job in bangkok. they're wrapping up their school year there. my paperwork is "coming soon" and then it'll be really official.

we're counting down now (we = barb and i). i believe it's somewhere around 35 days to departure. that, as it turns out, gives me a little jump in my heart... it's coming up quick! i am still just as excited, though overwhelmed with the work i have to do before beginning to pack for the move.

i've made a new friend, via a friend from book club, who is living and working in chiang mai, the second largest city that is located in northern thailand. i can't wait to meet her over there, now that i've met her here! she gave me a lot of good advice and showed me pictures and video that made me even more excited.

i only have three weeks left at learning for leadership charter school. i've enjoyed my time there and will miss everyone so much. i can't wait to see what they've accomplished there when i return to minnesota, whenever that will be. i am proud of how hard my students have been working this year.

on another note: i went to see one of my favorite musicians, chris koza, last night, again. he and his band are so talented and i want them to be successful, so check them out! support them. see them live. buy their cds.
their opening acts were pretty fantastic, as well. i particularly liked the brass kings. they were so awesome! support local music!

what i've learned lately about thailand...
the head is sacred. the feet are "dirty." never point your feet at someone. never touch someone on their head.

they teach their children that thailand is shaped like an elephant bowing his head. sometimes the shape is also described as a leaning tree. both work for me.

they eat insects as a snack. it'll be a snap decision on whether i venture a taste. *shiver* as i sit here it's feeling like a NO thanks. on the other hand, i have to remember that etiquette and politeness are of the utmost importance.

i have to wear insect repellant. mosquitos are rampant. i won't discust you with the details of the diseases they carry. you can look that one up for yourself.

i'm learning new things every day. i'll share them as i do.

thanks for reading my blog. mom and dad: you're the BEST!