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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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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 surprise visit from our Village Chief

Posted on August 1, 2024 by connieinasia

Khamxay and I were all alone in the office this Thursday afternoon when suddenly, through our glass door, we saw someone wandering around the Center’s courtyard. With the summer break currently underway, there are no classes and thus the place … Continue reading →

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“We’re at the Chinese Embassy. Where are you?”

Posted on July 24, 2024 by connieinasia

Well, folks, it’s been some morning.After numerous back-and-forths with the Guangzhou China Shipping Company agent for the last 3 days, my things from China finally arrived. They left Chengdu on July 11, arrived into Laos on July 21 (Sunday) and … Continue reading →

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Buddhist Lental season tomorrow; Monday Holiday

Posted on July 19, 2024 by connieinasia

“Connie,” Khamxay, a wide grin on his face, reported to me with his cell phone extended. “I have something to tell you. We have a holiday on Monday. Women’s Labor Union Day. No work.” He showed me the official announcement … Continue reading →

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Some Fun Last-week Experiences

Posted on July 16, 2024 by connieinasia

Friday had me once again at the primary school, from 8:30 t0 11:00, teaching Grades 1 and 2. A new experience for me was during the 30-minute break between the 9:30 – 10 a.m. class. The children were allowed to … Continue reading →

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