The weather has changed seasons just since I have been in northern Thailand. When I arrived I was afraid that I had not properly prepared for the very cool nights and mornings. It seems as though it is a bit warmer everyday. Now I require a cold shower mid day and enjoy the beautiful summer evening we all love so much, when the heat is gone but the temperature is so perfect that you don’t require a jacket. I’m thinking I planned well, summer all over the world.
It is really nice to be somewhere long enough to watch the scenery change around you. Its hard to believe how fast time passes no matter where you are. I have seen the rice fields bare, flooded and now a full crop. I have enjoyed the extremely popular “green mango salad” in the off season and now the mangos at their very best and ripe. It’s possible that is my new favorite fruit. And as not enjoyable as it may be I see the controlled fire burns to maintain the jungle around the villages (which many of the outdoor volunteers help out with). It is very understandable to take care of it before the wet season starts in late March to April, but leaves the air feeling dirty and a bit foggy sometimes.
The kids have all just ended their school year and now have almost two months off, similar to our summer. We will continue at the temples, hospital and community centers but will also start a summer education camp for the hill-tribe village kids from 6 to 14.
Change is all around us. It is something that used to challenge me greatly and I would do my best to resist but I am learning to embrace it and appreciate so many things about it.
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