Tender Musings

Elder Dallin H. Oaks said, "If you want to marry well, inquire well." So, here's 5 of many questions I would like to ask my future husband. 1. What took you so long? And by that I mean, "Where have you been all this time?" Hahaha! You should know that when I finally meet you, it's going to be a BIG family event. Being the youngest unmarried child in the family, you can just imagine how many times the subject of marriage comes up in dinner conversations. The pressure is ON! Being 26 and single can be lonely at times especially when you see your friends posting their engagement and wedding pictures on Facebook. However, I learned that being single does not have to mean being lonely. I've learned so many things being on my own. I've traveled, met new people, gained experiences, and learned to be a better person. I think that those experiences have taught and prepared me to be a better wife. So, I forgive you for taking a long time because I know...

After I finished my teaching contract in Thailand, a few of my friends asked me why I'm going home to the Philippines. For them, I'm turning my back on great possibilities. I understand their sentiments. There's plenty of opportunities for me to teach in Thailand and the pay is really good. So, why am I going home? Let's see... First, family. Do I mean having a family of my own? Well, yes... but, that's #2 on the list. I'm relocating to the Philippines because that's where my family lives. My parents are going home soon and I want to live close to them. After Hawaii and Thailand, I'm ready to return home. Besides, there's so many things I miss from the Philippines such as the festive holiday celebration, family reunions, fiestas, and of course the FOOD! Second, marriage. I'm getting older and it's time to settle down. There I said it! However, it's not because I'm getting older that I want to get married. I believe in marriage...

Time's up! In less than 12 hours, I'm Leaving Thailand, and Will BE moving on to my next Adventure. As I ponder on the experiences I've had in the Past year, There Are 7 Things That Will Always Remind me about the Land of Smiles. 1. Isaan Food Thai food in general IS amazing. However, I would say That Nothing CAN compare to the Taste of Isaan food. Living in Ubon Ratchathani, I Have grown to love Tam Thai Which IS Considered  the Staple food in Northeastern part of Thailand.  It's Like Somtam (papaya Salad), but Without the stinky Fish in it. It IS eaten with  sticky rice and meat on the Side.  2. Buddhist Temples WHEN I first arrived in Thailand, I would so Get excited WHEN I See Buddhist Temples.  Now That I Have lived here for a year, I Do not notice Them anymore. There Are so many That You'll probably See One or two WITHIN a Mile radius. My favorite Temple to go to is the One close to the River. They Have a Feeding area where you ...