Put Another One on the Barbie

It has been a great start to my training here in Thailand.  Last week was a good introduction to culture and how we adapt to it.  We read the book Foreign to Familiar, which was able to explain why we respond they way we do to culture.  Where we live and how we are, relates to how we adapt to the new culture we are in.  It was our first book of 10, and our first report of 5.  The next book we are to read is From Buddha to Jesus.  It should be an interesting read - and yes, I will have to write a report!

Friday night was a BBQ at IHOP...you can see some of my pics on facebook! It was a great time of fellowship and a chance for me to meet new people.  One of the cool things about IHOP is that the majority of people are missionaries from around the world.  It is so cool to hear their story and hear their heart for ministry in Thailand and beyond.  PLUS - eat great food!!

This week we are learning about the Holy Spirit at MTI.  It has been extremely interesting and eye-opening.  I have had to put aside a lot of my misconceptions due to my western culture.  I know that God is working on me and showing me who He is.  Pastor Vickers does a great job teaching.  He has laid a good foundation, which is helpful.  He is always going back to scripture...I love that!!  My brain is hurting after the end of the day but it is a good hurt!

I am finally getting adapted to Thailand.  The food is awesome and really inexpensive.  I am looking forward to learning how to cook Thai food.  There are several courses I can take from a Master Chef, so hopefully I can bring that back as a memory to share with you!  My Thai language studies are slowly coming around.  I am getting really good at saying "Thank you" and "How are you?"  I hope to expand a little more!  The Thai people are happy to help you if they don't understand what you are saying.  Actually, they want to practice their English, so it works on both ends.

There are a few pictures on my facebook that I have posted.  I was able to get my settings on my blog to change to English, so I will hopefully get some pictures on here.  If not, you can always check there.

I love hearing from all of you!  It is so great to keep up with you even though I am far away!

Have a great week!

~Kari