DC Season

It started out down south in Surat Thani. I went down to help with interpreting. There were 8 of us that traveled down from Bangkok. After the DC we went to Koh Samui, on of the most popular spots for tourists. Back in Feb we found cheap airline tickets and booked it. Two out of 8 of the girls had never been on a plane before so it was a new experience for them. Too bad I had just spent about 25 hours on a plane or I would've enjoyed it with them more.

The DC was great! I went last year also (posted about it, I think). This year the peak attendance was 425 compared to about 380 last year (I think) with 9 baptized. I also got to hang out with K. It was her 10th anniversary for being here 10 years! Her cong threw a surprise party for her which was really nice! She sure has, and does, work hard and deserved a party!

We received all the new releases in Thai and also received the brochure that was just announced in the states. It's perfect for SE Asia and I'm sure will have a great impact.

Koh Samui was ok. I imagine it could be much better, though. The weather was dreary and rainy the whole time and I ended up getting a cold. So I never actually made it to the beach, thus no photos. I spent a good amount of time resting in our room. It was a guest room of a family that invited 3 of us to stay with them. The room had great big windows with a beautiful view of palm and banana trees. So I was content in the room. We only had 2 days anyways, I definitely have to go again to get the real Koh Samui.

This weekend is the English DC. I have M and T staying with me which will be great fun. G, A and C will be down from Chiang Mai. This is the time I revel in all the socialization!

Two weeks later is our DC in Bkk. There will likely be exciting details to post.