Mixed emotions today as we wrapped up our last day of work here in Muak Lek. At the elementary school the team teachers said their goodbyes and the principal treated them to a nice lunch out. At the farm we wrapped up the day fertilizing a large corn field and then picking chili peppers. But before we started working we presented Uncle Prasarn and his wife, Nang, with some gifts. A new work outfit for Nang, souvenir T-shirts from our group, and some food for their pet dogs. Tears were shed on both sides when we said our farewells.
The afternoon was spent running up and down Muak Lek taking care of final business. We had a lovely meal at a little restaurant some of the team had discovered earlier in the week. Then we headed home for the evening. It has been a very very good experience in Thailand this year. Our work projects have gone well, they’ve taken different twists and turns then we might have anticipated, but my goal is that we be flexible and do the work that’s needed, not necessarily the work we think should be done. I believe in scratching where it itches. This team has done a great job working with that philosophy.
Tomorrow we spend the afternoon at a nearby girls’ orphanage. Another unique experience for the team that should be memorable.
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