Happy December! We hope you enjoying the holiday season as much as possible while staying safe. We wish we could spend Christmas with you, but are thankful for video chats and opportunities here in Thailand. Jonathan initiated crafting a unique […]
When the first semester break came, we flew (literally and figuratively) up to Chiang Mai to immerse ourselves in nature. Chiang Mai is nestled among the mountains in northern Thailand. It feels quite small and laid back in comparison to […]
New Academic Quarter The new quarter at ICS started up with fresh enthusiasm leading into the Truth, Temptation, and Transformation Week (or “Triple T”). Classes are shortened for five days so that students can attend teacher-led seminars on various topics. […]
This last month has flown by and forced us to slow down a bit and establish routines. Lyndsey was forced to literally slow down when she sprained her foot. Thankfully it’s better now, but the memory felt symbolic for the […]
On August 23rd, we were released from quarantine and launched into our new life! The first day was a whirlwind of signing papers, touring campus, getting SIM cards, seeing our apartment, and shopping for necessities at the crazy Mega Bangna. […]
The site Lyndsey was most excited to visit in Bangkok was Yaowarat Road for street food and its packed-out side streets that constitute Sampeng Market! We spent about 7 hours awe struck by the bustling stores and their goods, had […]
If you have met Lyndsey, you know she loves good food. So of course that is the first thing she started researching when we decided to move to Thailand. It became a hobby to watch street food videos on Youtube […]
Our first tourist excursion as new Bangkok residents was to visit the Grand Palace and Temple of the Emerald Buddha in the old section of the city. The complex is an exquisite example of Thai architecture, rich in history, and […]
J+L take you on a tour of their quarantine quarters! Where we get the food and the fresh air. Most thankful for our little view of the Rattanakosin Island from floor 2 of the Royal Hotel! (Spoiler alert: J makes […]
The most exciting part of our days cooped up in quarantine (besides the daily 45 minute outdoor walk with new friends) was the meals! Some of the cuisine was familiar, while some oh so new. They took good care of […]