Kratie was a time dedicated to research for volunteer placements. It was not as obvious as someone would think in a developing country. I have to say I was being quite picky as to who I would volunteer for. So many NGO's in Cambodia are only after money or do not do anything truly productive or sustainable in their projects. Corruption is widespread in this place, Westerners included. So in the meantime, I got a job at a University teaching English courses…...

I was moving south to my happy place, Tamen Negara. I'll always remember the first time that I was there when I was told, 'this jungle is not like the rest, you'll never find another place like it'. I remember doing the old, smile and nod, thinking, you have not been everywhere and you're just trying to sell this place. I am well aware that I have not been everywhere but this jungle has now and I truly believe will forever have a special place in my heart. It h...

It was as beautiful as you would see it on a post card. Coming up on the 1/2 hour boat ride, the blue water was so clear you could see thousands of fish swimming around the boat as we docked. We picked Coral bay, the smaller quieter side of the island since partying with the mute would have been very tiring for me, having to explain and talk all the time for both of us. Coral bay, small, peaceful, lined with a few bungalows and restaurants was great. However, w...

Well to say that I have neglected this blog is even an understatement. For those of you still checking in once in a while, here is what's been going on the last 8 months.. . I actually had to take a look at my passport for that one. Well, a lot has happened with a lot of nothingness in between. I met a lot of people, some for a short time, others not so much, said goodbye to ones from the past and had some productive efforts towards some important goals. So I ...

After being back into the 'real world' of noise, speech, time and traffic. Many of us needed a transition spot. Suratthani is a hub city for island hoping and connections from south to north. It was perfect as none of us really knew what we wanted to do. I stayed two nights spending time with five others from the retreat, talking about things that happened... and doing a lot of not talking. It was nice to have a small community to practice mindfulness, say food r...