Monthly Archives: April 2014

Put Jesus on your skin

Posted on April 28, 2014 by lizolson

“Put Jesus on your skin” is a common phrase that my Thai boss, Emmi, says to all the teams coming through. What she means by this is, fall in love with Jesus. Make spending time with Him your number one … Continue reading →

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What I LOVE about Thai Culture: Respect & Honor

Posted on April 22, 2014 by lizolson

I love how they respect each other, people of higher status and the royal family! I’ll admit; when I first came to Thailand, I assumed their love for the king was false or unhealthy. I couldn’t have been more wrong! … Continue reading →

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LIA April Newsletter

Posted on April 17, 2014 by lizolson

Here’s the latest of what’s going on here at Lighthouse in Action!   Will you consider buying a square to help us put an end to sex trafficking? If we work together, we can accomplish a lot! If you want … Continue reading →

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What I LOVE about Thai Culture: People

Posted on April 11, 2014 by lizolson

So this is similar to them being generous but there is so much more too! They are people full of life and not afraid to have FUN! They are sassy, FUN and silly. What country stops for 3 days to have … Continue reading →

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What I LOVE about Thai Culture: Language

Posted on April 9, 2014 by lizolson

Thai is unlike any other language that I have studied. I love the simplicity of the language. It’s comprised of many compound words. They do not over-complicate anything. ไทยไม่เหมือนภาษาอื่น ๆ ที่ฉันเรียนแล้ว  มันเป็นภาษาที่ง่ายๆค่ะ Good ดี+ heart ใจ= happy Make ทำ + body ตัว= … Continue reading →

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What I LOVE about Thai Culture: 7-Eleven

Posted on April 7, 2014 by lizolson

Yep you read that right! I have come to really love 7-Elevens (or “Seven” according to the locals)! You can get most of your daily needs here. You can get bread, drinks, diapers, office supplies, beauty supplies and all the … Continue reading →

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What I LOVE about Thai Culture: Generosity

Posted on April 4, 2014 by lizolson

gen·er·os·i·ty : the quality of being kind, understanding, and not selfish : the quality of being generous; especially : willingness to give money and other valuable things to others  (Merriam-Webster Dictionary) I love that what is yours is actually for everyone in Thailand! … Continue reading →

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