Have arrived safely in Bangkok. Carmen picked me up at the airport with Pe Mink, her older host sister from exchange, and we spent the night at her apartment in Bangkok.

Getting out of the house the morning I left was an ironic adventure. I had to hike down our icy hill through the snow to the pre-parked car a mile away. Mom and Dad drove me from there to the bus stop at which point I parted with my over coat, mittens and hat, and embarked on the chilly 2 hour ride to the airport. From the time I left my house to the time I set foot in Mink's apartment the trip totalled 28 hours.

The flight was uneventful, which I guess is good. It's been really great being with Carmen again. I'm so lucky to have a friend I can make a complete fool out of myself in front of, (eg: scream and cry and pick her up and shake her upon greeting) and still be loved in return.

Over the next few days Carmen and I will commute between Angthong and Bangkok visiting our favorite people and places from exchange. We'll head south before this week is out.

Thanks for checking in!!