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My First American Tradition Sharing here in Laos: All Hallow’s Eve

Posted on November 9, 2024 by connieinasia

As one who enjoys getting out of the mundane office or classroom routine, I’m always looking for an excuse for celebration. Most recently, that had the Center involved in Halloween. When I saw the streets of Vientiane explode in Halloween … Continue reading →

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My Sins in Laos Released

Posted on October 19, 2024 by connieinasia

I mentioned in the last post that after sinning away in my new country of service, I was finally able to release my offensive cultural and personal burdens accumulated over the 10 months I’ve been here. This purification transpired after … Continue reading →

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From Laos, Celebrating My First Boun Ok Phansa

Posted on October 18, 2024 by connieinasia

After 10 months of culturally and personally sinning away in my new country of service, last night, I was finally able to release all my offensive burdens. What has brought this about? None other than Bhoun Ok Phansa, or what … Continue reading →

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Loudspeaker Announcements Bring Big Surprises

Posted on October 11, 2024 by connieinasia

I am used to announcements in Laos blaring over our village’s loudspeakers around the Center. These usually happen once a week but last week, it seemed to be a constant and always during my classes. What in the world is … Continue reading →

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Eyesores Disappear; Purchases Made; New Classes Begin

Posted on October 4, 2024 by connieinasia

The past 2 weeks have seen so many changes here at the Center. Are you ready for the updates? Here we go! Let’s begin with our eyesores Thatched Roof Huts Are Finally Gone The two raised Laos thatched roof huts … Continue reading →

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Last week, We Escaped the Floods

Posted on September 20, 2024 by connieinasia

It was 2 a.m. last Saturday, early morning. The downpour was horrendous! I waited anxiously for the knock at the door, the one from my neighbors telling me it was time to move from our ground floor homes to the … Continue reading →

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The First Week of Center Classes Has Ended: What a Thrill!

Posted on September 13, 2024 by connieinasia

For the past three weeks, the news from my office manager has created quite a stir leading up to the Center’s school year opening this past Monday, on September 9. Every morning or afternoon, Khamxay has been announcing the following: … Continue reading →

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A New Addition to the Center’s Family

Posted on September 2, 2024 by connieinasia

The Center’s opening after a restful summer break is nearly upon us. As mentioned before, we’ve been waiting for our new Global Mission Fellow (GMF) to arrive from Pakistan and arrive he has! We had somewhat of a panic attack … Continue reading →

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Suntisouk Language Center Upkeep: Yikes!!

Posted on August 23, 2024 by connieinasia

“Connie!!” came Suher’s response as he raced to my side. “Are you OK?!” Flat on my back, wet mossy slime seeping through my T-shirt’s back, I stayed put. I was mentally assessing any injuries, broken bones, cuts and scrapes I … Continue reading →

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New Additions to the Language Center Family

Posted on August 13, 2024 by connieinasia

August is fast becoming the month of family here in Laos. We’ve had new overseas arrivals joining the language center family. After me being left on my own for nearly 3 months, three newcomers to Laos are about to grace … Continue reading →

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