Learning Thai

Here's a quick update on some recent happenings...

-I decided not to take the teaching job at the Thai school. Through praying, hearing from other teachers, and realistically evaluating my gifts, I came to the conclusion that it wasn't the right option. It is hard to turn down the one concrete visa option available to us, but I've felt a sense of relief since making the decision (especially when I picture myself trying to keep the attention of group after group of rowdy middle-schoolers!) Thanks to those of you who have been praying for us - and please continue to pray for God's leading. Some new business possibilities have come up and I will be investigating those over the next couple of weeks.

-This past weekend we participated in the Southeast Asian Anabaptist Retreat. It was held at a hotel in a nearby city and included people working in Thailand, Cambodia, Viet Nam, Hong Kong, and Indonesia. We enjoyed the childcare, great food, and interaction with other Christian workers (most of whom we had never met before).

The retreat participants

The view from our hotel room. The pool was fun but the water was very warm!

-Now we're back in Thippawan. I went back to language school this morning, Candice is at her class this afternoon, and we have our English students coming over this evening.

-Tom