So, its the start of week 3 of teaching, and I think I'm finally settling in. The first two weeks of teaching were rough, like... really rough. It had me questioning every major decision I have made thus far (I mean who lets me make my own decisions), but now I have a routine and I'm starting to enjoy the little things. I think all it really took was an attitude adjustment on my part. I was looking for the negatives because I wanted to go home, instead of looking for the positives because this place is now my home for the next 9 months. Instead of being annoyed by the kids who follow us as we run, I find it endearing when they ask where I am when I don't go running. Instead of focusing on the students who obviously could not care less about learning English, I focus on those who are truly trying. Instead of looking at my placement and saying, "Holy crap I am in the middle of bum(whoops) no where" I see it as an opportunity to leave my comfort zone and learn how to explore on my own.
I don't know if I will ever truly adjust to being in Thailand, but now I am hopeful that I can begin to enjoy my time here, doing something I believe in, with people that have already begun to seem like family.
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Melina
6/13/2016 07:33:01 am
You are definitely right- attitude is everything! You've got this. Love you!
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Aunt Kim
6/13/2016 12:09:55 pm
I am so glad you are settling in :) Although we missed you at the birthday party we loved the video message !!!!
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Carley
6/14/2016 06:22:28 pm
I was upset I couldn't be there, but I'm glad everyone loved the message!! Thank you!
Carley
6/14/2016 06:21:31 pm
Thank you Melina!! Love you too!
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Lari Rampy aka Mom
6/13/2016 02:26:46 pm
That sounds more like the daughter I know. Say hey to all the Thai-tots. Love you more!
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Carley
6/14/2016 06:22:52 pm
Love you ❤️
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Tabetha
6/14/2016 07:04:26 am
So so proud of you! Danny and I can't wait for you to post your journey...
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Carley
6/14/2016 06:23:17 pm
Thank you Tabetha!!
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Nancy Dumas
6/14/2016 08:17:09 am
Praying for you, sweet Carley.
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Carley
6/14/2016 06:23:35 pm
Thank you! ❤️
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