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The last lesson of the previous term continues to bring us rewards

Posted on June 19, 2025 by connieinasia

Toward the end of April, I had just completed the last lesson of the Book 2 Let’s Go series which our Center uses for our younger learners. Book 3 was next on the agenda but starting it with only 2 … Continue reading →

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Mango Mania

Posted on April 29, 2025 by connieinasia

                                    Laos has exploded in mangos. All throughout the city Vientiane, numerous mango trees offer their flavorful items. These tropical juicy gifts dangle … Continue reading →

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Facebook Page Links for our Center: Enjoy!

Posted on April 14, 2025 by connieinasia

Sharing two Facebook Links below: Easter Celebrations at The Center: https://www.facebook.com/connie.wieck.5 End-of-Term performances: https://www.facebook.com/suntisouklvc More to follow as Laos New Year is upon us. My 3-day holiday began today. My goodness! What a wild and crazy time with streets erupting … Continue reading →

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Watch our performances on Facebook

Posted on March 11, 2025 by connieinasia

Enjoy these! https://www.facebook.com/suntisouklvc/videos/1164546791434059 And be sure to follow the Suntisouk Language and Vocational Center at all times. https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=suntisouk%20language%20and%20vocational%20training%20center Director Connie in Vientiane

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The Center’s International Women’s Day Activities

Posted on March 7, 2025 by connieinasia

Saturday, March 8, is International Women’s Day. For a majority of Asian countries, and that also included China, a day off is given as a celebratory day remembering women around the world. Due to the official day being Saturday, the … Continue reading →

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Farewell Lessons to My Junior High Students; Hello to My New Adult Learner

Posted on March 1, 2025 by connieinasia

This new term has found me a tad busier than usual. Aside from co- teaching junior high with Shaloom, then my own Level 1 elementary ed students, a new adult evening class came into my schedule beginning February 10. This … Continue reading →

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Updates from Vientiane: Valentine’s Day in Connie’s Classroom

Posted on February 15, 2025 by connieinasia

My silence has been due to a hectic beginning to the school year. We are now entering Week 5 of the new term. More students, more classes and even private classes for me added from 7 – 8:30 p.m. has … Continue reading →

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Hectic Last Week; Hectic This Week

Posted on January 19, 2025 by connieinasia

I attended a conference last week, thus the long silence. The promised picture of my birthday sihn is below. I chose the golden one for my golden 60th. What do you think? And would you believe it’s time for classes … Continue reading →

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I’m “sinning” my way to 60

Posted on January 11, 2025 by connieinasia

My 60th birthday on January 12 is a day away but I’ve already gone decadently overboard in my celebrations. Yes, I’ve been “sinning” away. By that I mean I’ve been ordering numerous sihn (pronounced “sin”) which are traditional Laos skirts. … Continue reading →

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Time to Celebrate! I’m turning 60

Posted on January 9, 2025 by connieinasia

Where have I celebrated my birthday on January 12? I certainly never imagined my chosen profession as an English teacher would have me celebrating birthdays in so many different countries and cities around the world: Kyoto, Japan; Nanchang, (Jiangxi Province), … Continue reading →

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