Thailand Journal 2010 #9

As we come to the end of the first week tiredness is creeping up on us. For those at the English Camp, it is their first time teaching, and they have come to a appreciate teachers even more. Even though they love the kids and find it exciting, they find it to be hard work. On the farm, it is hard work hoeing and pulling weeds from among the corn in the hot sun and very high humidity. I’m sopping wet when the morning is done. This morning I took a wash cloth to constantly dry my face. I was intrigued at how creative Nang built little fires to give off enough smoke to keep the mosquitoes away as we worked in a particular area. Rural folks are so creative and filled with inexpensive common sense. At the English Camp, the students from the 12^th grade are using part of their lunch hour to interview team members as part of a class project. Again, great relationships are being built; Facebook friends are being added!