life
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It’s a lovely cool day in Bangkok today after a blistering hot few weeks. It’s 25 degrees celsius outside, lovely breezy winds and just heavenly. Perfect for reflecting and today thinking about my life journey these few years. Its been a little over five years since I lost my unhealthy me and 15kgs worth…
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It’s been a busy busy year and am glad to have a few days off year end. It’s amazing what just a few days off can do to your soul. It’s wonderful to wind down and hear yourself think for a few days. It’s wonderful to have ‘me’ time. Today, I want to share with…
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They say that when you look back on life, it is the little things that you’ll remember and cherish. I agree for it is indeed the little things about Grandma that put a smile on my face and gives me a warm fuzzy feeling. To me, Grandma embodied warmth, kindness, and happiness. I remember…
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Today at the supermarket I overheard a conversation between a young boy of about ten years old with his mom. They weren’t Thai and were most probably expats living in Bangkok. The young boy made such a funny and pleasant remark that I want to share it with you. As you know, ever since I…
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Whenever I am traveling, I always try to find out where the farmers’ market is and make a note of visiting it. Many times I’d even plan the trip so that on Saturdays or Sundays I am in cities where there are markets. There’s something about walking around rows and rows of fresh food,…
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When I read the news or turn on the TV I don’t really want to know all the details of beheadings, attacks and killings. I can’t get away from it though. It’s everywhere, it’s sad and I pray for all affected. No one should have to experience such horrific events. Yet they do because there…
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It’s Friday and the weather is just lovely in Bangkok today. I’m sitting outside watching the sunrise whilst the dogs play and birds chirp. This afternoon, Alex and I will board a plane to visit the land of the Lord of the Rings: New Zealand. It’s been on our bucket list for as long as…
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Last week I wrote about cleaning up and purging things. The next question then is always where should I donate the clothes I no longer where or other stuff I no longer need? Below I’ve compiled a list of places you can donate your things to for reference. Pankan Society: www.panakansociety.com . They accept…
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It’s May and it’s hot in Bangkok. Thailand broke an all new record for electricity use the other day. My thermometer reads 36 degrees celsius but yahoo weather says it feels like 45 degrees. I agree. There’s not much I feel like doing in this heat except stay indoors, out of the heat and with…
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In the wee hours of this Sunday morning we had a summer storm. I woke up and lay in bed listening to the sounds of howling winds and raindrops pouring down on the roof and garden. I loved it. I love listening to sounds of rain, of course when I’m not stuck outside, and blissfully…
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