I have so many random thoughts, sentences, and experiences
and I am struggling to find the connection between them all. Since I do want to
share with everyone, and of course not forget everything... here comes THE LIST
version 1.0
1.
Linfield came to Yaowawit on part of their study
abroad trip, and I could not have been happier to see a few faces from home! I
was able to spend a few days with them here at Yaowawit and at the beach. Like
I always say to my dad “Forget Disneyland, Linfield is the happiest place on
earth!” What a great few days to have them here.
2.
I officially now eat ham and raisins. For those
of you who know me well, I don’t think I have eaten either in 15 years besides
the occasionally bite because people don’t believe me that I don’t like ham. I
suppose sometimes ham and raisins sound more appetizing on days I’m not feeling
so adventurous.
3.
At
Yaowawit we have volunteers and teachers from many different countries. I am
lucky enough to have made some great friends from all over the world! It
absolutely cracks me up when we are all speaking English and we are stuck on a
weird we all have a different pronunciation for it. Cough cough ANNA!
4.
I am so thankful for a good Internet
connection!!! In my mind this would be a good time for me to be separate from
my phone and not as dependent on facebook. Although I am not as obsessive as I
am at home, it has been a lifesaver being able to talk to friends and family
from home J
5.
We had a girl’s night with the high school
students at Yaowawit on Monday night. It made me realize teenage girls, are
teenage girls no matter where in the world you are. Topics of conversation:
boys, painting nails, music, movies etc. Such a good night with the girls!
6.
Did I mention the high school girls chose to
watch “Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory” one of my top 10 movies of all
times?!?! I knew I liked Thailand haha.
7.
As much as I tell myself I am getting accustomed
to spicy foods, I am absolutely not. The Thai teachers are constantly laughing
at me and warning me when I eat spicy things! One day I will be able to handle
the heat!
8.
I have never heard the song “Gangnam Style” so
much in my life. Since being in Thailand I have a new appreciation for the
song. The other night we had guests so the students did a few of their dances
in the theatre. When it was the kindergartens turn, they showed up dressed up,
make up and ready to go. They began to dance Gangnam style, which turned the
entire school into a dance party. It was one of those moments when you just
stop, smile and think how is this wonderful life mine?!
9.
Never did I realize how much I like food from
home. I am craving turkey sandwiches, Mexican food, pizza, and the list goes
on! Yesterday while in Phuket, I spent the equivalent of almost $7 on a regular
sized box of Cheez-its #whoops they just looked toooo good to resist!
10. From as far back as I can remember I have been
obsessed with music. Constantly having music playing in the background, jamming
in my car or the shower, discovering new artists, or playing one song on repeat
until everyone else likes it as much as I do haha. I have made a Thailand
playlist that I loveeeeeee so I thought I would share in case you are in need
of some new music. Here is what I have so far:
-
The ENTIRE Biebs acoustic CD
-
Windows, Bones, Nothing, and What about today by
Lewis Watson
-
Let Her Go by Passenger
-
The Ground by Orla Gartland
-
High and Dry and All At Sea by Jamie Cullum
-
Cups by Anna Kendrick (Pitch Perfect Soundtrack)
-
And of course whatever Taylor Swift I choose for
the day
