Settling Down

First impression of Bangkok... I cannot believe I am alive. lol. People
Here are probably the best drivers in the world. They know exactly how big their cars are, know exactly what gap they can fit through, and can telepathically communicate with the other drivers on the road. The mere one day I am here, I have been in the worst traffic jams I have ever seen, and yet the taxis and tuk tuk drivers managed to find their way around. Lanes on the road are just a suggestion, so is the number of seats in a vehicle (or should I say the amount of flat surface on a vehicle).

But don’t get me wrong, this is a great city. So rich in culture. Temples everywhere. Our first stop yesterday was the Grand Palace. That place is massive (I’ll post the photos when I return to Canada). And the amount of work that went into this palace is impressive, and it is all for idol worship. I learn to appreciate that this is embedded so deeply into the culture of these people.

We are waiting for the rest of the team to arrive tonight, and on Monday we will leave for Lop Buri for orientation and training. In the meantime we will apply for our travel visas and then head up to the other country. Keep us in your prayers.

On the last note, PRAISE GOD!!! I got my first full night of sleep in weeks! I slept for 7 hours straight, 9 hours in total. Thank you for all your prayers!