This thanksgiving, I had the unique opportunity to volunteer through Caring for Cambodia in Siem Reap with a group of teachers from my school. We went as a team to train the local teachers in Cambodia. Thankfully we had amazing translators that worked with us, so we could present different lessons and teaching methods to … Continue reading caring for cambodia
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The 5 Month Journey
During the last week of school in June, I decided on a whim to sign up for a half-marathon. I was gently encouraged to sign up from a few colleagues of mine before hand, who were planning on the running the race in Cambodia during Thanksgiving weekend. I fully blame it on the end of … Continue reading The 5 Month Journey
no more excuses
After much going back and forth in my mind, I walked out onto my balcony and it felt cooler than the normal 90 degree weather, so I made a decision. I decided to to run outside. I looked up on my google maps, how far the distance was to MacRitchie reservoir and I realized that … Continue reading no more excuses
the surprise
It's official, I'm no longer a plant killer. After multiple attempts over the years to grow and keep plants in my apartment, I was never too successful. Last year, I bought an orchid plant from the wet market near by and it did well for the first month of so. But quickly, I saw it's … Continue reading the surprise
a southern {love} story
The first stop on my summer travels was Memphis, Tennessee. This was my second time visiting Memphis. Last year I had visited, and my brother was starting his first year of residency, settling into a new place and single. It's funny how quickly things can change within a year. Here I was back in Memphis … Continue reading a southern {love} story
Wordless Wednesday: Intertwined
Vietnam Part 2: The Food
Yes, this might be the important of my posts on my trip to Vietnam. This is all about the food I experienced there. I always loved Vietnamese food that I ate in the States. However, I quickly found out that the food that I liked to eat from Saigon Grill and other Pho places were … Continue reading Vietnam Part 2: The Food
A Life on Water
Slice of Life Challenge Day #31 After a week in Vietnam, there were many eye opening moments and memories. One of the lasting things from the trip, besides crossing the scooter filled streets everyday, was seeing the fishing villages in Halong Bay. Halong bay in itself was a beautiful natural wonder. I had no idea … Continue reading A Life on Water
the art of crossing
Slice of Life Challenge Day #30 The Art of Crossing In NYC, you cross the street by looking both ways and if the street is clear of cars, buses, taxis or buses, you cross. A true New Yorker doesn't pay much attention to weather the pedestrian crossing sign is red or green. New Yorkers are … Continue reading the art of crossing
Arrival in Vietnam
Slice of Life Challenge Day #25 After a comfortable 3 hour flight from Singapore to Vietnam, we arrived at the airport in Hanoi. We had gotten our visa forms filled out electronically before leaving. It wasn't the actual visa, but we would pick up our visa upon arrival at the airport. My friend and I … Continue reading Arrival in Vietnam
