I don’t have a job, but apparently, I have Reverse Culture Shock. I’ve begun moving back in with my old roommate, back to Indianapolis, closer to my old life. The best part of this move is that I’m talking with my roommate again, someone who’s traveled a significant amount. Today she asked me if I … Continue reading »
Floating
The writing continues, and for the next short while (I hope it’s short, anyway) it may be quite rambly, at times resembling a journal. I won’t apologize, because I think every writer needs these moments. This is my reverse culture shock honesty…enjoy! I’ve been stateside now for exactly three weeks. I’m still at my parents’ … Continue reading »
Learned in Cambodia
I went to Cambodia with my old roommate last week and had a few adventures. It wasn’t exactly a fun trip. For her it was a business trip, to make contacts for Liz Alig. For me it was an ultra-budget vacation and a chance to see another developing country. Things I have learned: 1. I … Continue reading »
The situation
A few people have messaged me regarding my current situation. Sorry for the silence. First off, I arrived back in the USA last week, the 17th of April. Since then I have been staying with friends in Florida. On the 25th, I fly back to Indiana. On the 29th I begin a small flurry of … Continue reading »
Public transport
The thing about public transport, is that it’s never quite as simple as one believes. Especially in a mega-city, on busy days, when you don’t live close to the main lines. Which is why, I am wearing a sundress and running shoes at 9 pm at night, on my way to the airport while carrying … Continue reading »
These days
These days of travel are coming to an end I find myself urging the hours to hurry up. I HAVE PEOPLE TO SEE. These days of travel are coming to an end and I find myself dragging my feet. WHAT’S GOING TO HAPPEN? These days of wandering are taking a pause and I find myself … Continue reading »
These days
These days of travel are coming to an end I find myself urging the hours to hurry up. I HAVE PEOPLE TO SEE. These days of travel are coming to an end and I find myself dragging my feet. WHAT’S GOING TO HAPPEN? These days of wandering are taking a pause and I find myself … Continue reading »
What do you see?
Kuhn Thai, What do you see when you see me? Do you see a girl who left her family, friends, culture and life for a half-planned adventure across the world? Do you see a girl who is living frugally but fully? Do you see the girl who cannot ask for help because she lives in … Continue reading »
Facebook Copies
I shared this on Facebook. It’s long enough to be a blog post. Also, Elizabeth is coming on Tuesday. EEK! Last year on Easter, I was hunkered down in my living room, trying to complete 9 perspective renderings for my Senior Thesis Presentation, three days later. That’s 18 hours of work, on Easter Sunday. I … Continue reading »
The horror of leaving
I can’t describe my emotions, the experience, the sensation of leaving all of this. This life that I wandered into, purely through a series of friendships and connections. I am grateful beyond words that I have had the honor of living in Bangkok for 9 months. I am heartbroken in a way I would never … Continue reading »
