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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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Laos Updates: Geckos, Licenses, Send-offs

Posted on June 8, 2024 by connieinasia

Do geckos bite? Well, apparently they do. The tiny, itty-bitty ones that are present everywhere (in my home, in my office, in the classroom, climbing outer corridor walls) are darling little things, quite harmless and somewhat of a comfort. They … Continue reading →

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My New Apartment!

Posted on May 11, 2024 by connieinasia

It’s going on Week 3 since my move into my new apartment. I’ve been searching for a more permanent place since January. I needed a new residence, one that would hold all my Covid-abandoned “stuff” that is still in China. … Continue reading →

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A Split in the Laos Team’s Location

Posted on March 8, 2024 by connieinasia

My role as director took a somewhat official turn not long ago.   I’ve been getting my feet on the ground for 3 months now, just figuring out all that needs taken care of.  There’s a lot!   Angie , former director, … Continue reading →

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Village Chiefs in Laos

Posted on February 12, 2024 by connieinasia

I believe I mentioned in a previous post about village chiefs. Here I’d like to expand a bit more. I remember several conversations with Angie, former Director of the Suntisouk Language and Vocational Center, concerning this topic. When she began talking of … Continue reading →

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