Hi! I have decided to recap the month’s events as well as some things that are going to happen. Since I couldn’t find one particular event for a full post, I thought it would be fun if I combined what’s been happening over here. I definitely will still be doing singular posts if something exciting happens, but if not I still want you to know what’s going on!
First of all, I think I mentioned this in an earlier post, but my Mom has been in charge of growing her own little garden for the Green Earth Centre. I am happy to say that it is going well! Although there was a little conundrum earlier with the ants eating the seeds of the plants. Luckily it all got sorted out, and now there are even some cucumbers that are almost ready to harvest.
Next, while I was doing my schoolwork up at the GEC office, Mom was down at the farm, watering her plants. She noticed that some of the Lao locals were harvesting snails, clams and fish from the pond, and managed to take a couple of pictures. Among these people, Mom spotted a lady who we see a lot in the morning as we ride to the GEC. She is so sweet, and always calls out “Saibadee!” whenever she sees us.
While my Mom was gardening, Omo came to visit her. But there was a bit of a surprise….
Luckily it wore off in the span of the couple days and Omo is now back to her old self! We’re still not sure exactly how she gained these fancy new eyebrows though.
I also would like to share a little update on how the kids in our neighbourhood are doing. They still come to our house after work everyday and sometimes on the weekend. We have fun drawing, playing soccer and volleyball, and I was even taught what seems to be a Lao variation of duck-duck-goose!
Finally, I wanted to announce that I am going to start attending the Lao school here very soon! Next Monday will hopefully be my first day! I am a little nervous, but also very excited! I will be sure to keep you posted.
*Word of The Day: Sii Faa (Pronounced: See – Fa), It means the colour “blue”
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Sa-baai-dii Taya ….. Khwap jai for this beautiful post ….. The ma with the siifaa eyebrows – were they bothering him ? he sure is a beauty ….. Exciting news to be soon at the village school – what an amazing experience for you !! ….. Moms* garden – WOW – so nie and ngam ….. The children are so precious – I like the way you are with them in your kitchen – your home is like a community centre for them – so wonderful for you all ….. so much love here for you & mom, missy taya – LOVE & BIG HUGS – ….. yours & moms* little Christmas presents I sent a while back never made it to you & were returned to me ( what a journey they had & came back in one piece, hehe – oh well – I will give them to you in time for this next christmas xo ) ….. I think of you & mom often – take care – have fun xoxoxoxo
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I don’t think the eyebrows were bothering Omo, she still seemed pretty happy to me. Hopefully they weren’t! I am so glad to be going to the village school, and it is always fun to have the kids over. Mom’s garden is growing even more, and I will be sure to update on it’s progression! The Christmas presents you sent sure had a little adventure didn’t they? At least they are back with you now, it’s good they didn’t get lost! Love you so much, xoxo!
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Hi Taya. So good to hear from you!
Gardens and seafood- what a productive and beautiful place you are in. Your Mom’s garden looks awesome.
It’s great that you two have had such a positive affect on the people there. It must be tiring to have the kids there so much, but what an impact you have on them and they on you. Good for you.
Good luck in school!
Miss you two,
ME
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It sometimes can be a bit tiring, but I do really love having them over at the same time! Hope all is well 🙂
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I am dying to know how school is going for you Taya. Give us an update when you can. Hugs!
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me too *** love & hugs
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Coming up 🙂
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Me too
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I will do a post on school very soon! Very exciting!!!
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Lol! Take your time.
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An update is on the way!
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love you …
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