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Why You Don't Have to be a Language Person to Teach English

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Call and Response

Call out! It was the first thing you ever did, and it’s likely you haven’t stopped since. We were born with the... Read More

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Best Week Ever!

April is a special month for Lao people as it holds the biggest holiday of the year. This holiday is called Lao New... Read More

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International Travel — Bridges of Friendship

Much of my international travel is in support of humanitarian work, so, as a result, I see difficult places and hear... Read More

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Our Top 4 Favorite Chinese Dishes

Gathering together for a meal has a deeper meaning than satisfying your hunger. In China, having a meal builds... Read More

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Enjoying the Spectacle

One of the greatest treasures in my life is the kindergarten that sits between the gate to my apartment complex and the... Read More

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The Culture Series: People and Culture of Vietnam

Vietnam includes over fifty recognized ethnic groups. The majority ethnic group is the Kinh (pronounced similarly to... Read More

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The Culture Series: People and Culture of Mongolia

Mongolia has a long history and a rich cultural heritage. Throughout its history, Mongolia has been both the conqueror... Read More

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People Without a Country

A couple of weeks ago, we had to make a run to the border to change and extend our visa. We entered Cambodia on tourist... Read More

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Lighten Up: Tips for Packing Smart

Photo by Erwan Hesry on Unsplash You always set out to pack light, but then life happens. What if you need that extra... Read More

People travel

I Think I Might be a Little Crazy

Today I’m traveling back to Asia. After a sleepless night, I woke up this morning with a paralyzing thought… “Who does... Read More

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Building Friendships in Challenging Places

One of the great joys of living and working overseas is the opportunity to build friendships and interact with the... Read More

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