Monday, October 16, 2006

Developing in the developing world

Development is the buzz word over here in Camboland. If you're not teaching English, then you are most likely involved in some sort of development work in the NGO world. Just what that means is a very obscure thing. However, personal development has been the issue for me, as it should for any Jesus Freak.

Key word: attitude. (Things are always key words for me since students have trouble identifying them and getting the point.)

I went introspective at the end of last term and the transportation journeys to Phnom Penh, Bangkok and Ventienne provided ample contemplation time for some things that have been weighing on my mind. I felt I was in a tailspin and needed to find a way out.

I turned over a new leaf, turned my frown upside down and marched forward re-invigorated with a fresh sense of purposeful direction. I also eliminated unnecessary curiosity (7 lives out of 9 to go).

1 comment:

  1. Hi Nikki!
    This is Kirsten (Seim) writing...I'm so glad you have a blog - now I can keep up with what you're doing these days :)

    I haven't read it yet - wanted to say Hello first, but I will definately be catching myself up as soon as possible!

    Take Care,
    Kirsten

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