Misc. July Pics

A game of "Mexican Train" with the family after 4th of July Parade

This beautiful park is just down the block...walk to it nearly every day. 

My mom's first accident while we were in the car together ☹️ Thankful no one in either car was hurt!

Met my youngest nephew this past month. 

Some of the vegetables that my parents grew this summer.  

...and my dad with his grandson. 

Some of the flowers around the house. 

Bangkok

 Thai hospitals are impressive! 

My little adventure...exploring the "green lung" of Bangkok- "Prapradaeng"

Renting a bicycle and riding on the narrow cement elevated sidewalks. 

Hanging out at a beautiful park. 

The reminder of idolatry and strongholds are everywhere. 

Doing some last minute shopping for family & friends in America. 

One of my favorite Thai meals...so good! 

Misc. June Pics

Leaving my current hometown at the beginning of rice planting and headed to America. 

Never get tired of seeing these beautiful mountains (as long as I've taken car sickness meds already!) 

 Visiting a new place in the country with a special friend and long time teammate. 

A beautiful guesthouse on the river!  

 Lots of boat traffic. 

Many vibrantly colored flowers.  

 One of a few different goodbye meals. 

One of the final foggy morning walks in the neighborhood.  

Waiting for the cows to get out of the road. 

Misc. Pics May 2018

  Bridal shower for my roommate...her favorite color is pink!

  Our new school staff photo.

And our current team photo!  (not sure what my expression means 😬)

Horses in the rice fields during a Sunday walk.

End of Term...and a Season...

Since I've been sensing that this is my last term as a full-time teacher at our school, I was surprised with a certificate recognizing 9 years of serving at this wonderful school (and of course some tears to go with it)!

 My director and team leader invited some of my past and present students who are still attending our school to join me for a picture.

    And a few more tears signing my certificates.

I've also been blessed to have the same classroom for most of my 9 years of teaching here!

Birthday 2018

I have the best team! 

These cakes always look prettier than they taste.

These sweet girls surprised me!

A FRUITcake from my teammates...delicious too! 

New Year holiday & break

BBQ on the grill 

A local waterfall. 

Just a neighborhood bull fight. 

Joining in the water fights around town with some visitors.

Celebrating with students on the last day of class before a week and half long break. 

 

Relaxing with a little watercolor set. 

A special meal in Thailand...spinach, salmon in a cheesy garlic cream sauce, and artisan bread!

Easter Event With Students

Coloring crosses and talking with students.


Some games of Uno!


Origami cut-out crosses.


Decorating cookies.


Students hearing how Jesus can transform our hearts and lives.


Ending the evening with some salad rolls and conversation.