Monthly Archives: December 2023

It’s been a somewhat quiet week leading into 2024. The Suntisouk (Peace) Language and Vocational Center staff have been off for a much needed holiday from December 23 – January 3. The current director, Angie, and I have been meeting … Continue reading →

It’s two days after Christmas and the remnants of this Christian holiday are still apparent in Vientiane, the capital city of Laos. Despite very few being Christians, the commercialism still lingers onward with Christmas carols being played throughout malls or … Continue reading →

I’m a bit late with this one but jet lag has really taken a toll on this 59-year-old lady. Today I have been in Laos a full week and am starting to feel back to my normal self I’ve already had … Continue reading →

Before I report on my first visit to the Sunbeam Vocational and Language Center, let me show you my neighborhood here.  Before the visuals, let me tell you a bit about Vientiane, the capital city where I am living. (In … Continue reading →

After over 32 hours, from a 4 a.m. flight out of Indianapolis to Atlanta to Incheon, Korea to Vientiane Laos, I am finally here!! What a relief to have my luggage arrive (100 pounds full of gifts, clothes and personal … Continue reading →

5) Decorating the House My mom and I hunkered down to decorate the house for Christmas. We started by digging through the carefully labeled bins in the garage. 6) The Christmas tree hunt at Danke’s, our nearby tree farm. 7) … Continue reading →

The countdown begins: I have less than 24 hours before my new life in Laos begins. What have I been doing to prepare? Let me give you the updates! Marking off my “To Do” List 1) The first has been … Continue reading →