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  1. Paula. Agins
    June 18, 2017 @ 06:20

    So happy you were able to purchase so many supplies. You are doing so much for so many. PMS is so proud of you.

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    • Tim Flanagan
      June 18, 2017 @ 06:35

      Thanks for helping to make it all possible!

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  2. Denise Zalaski
    June 18, 2017 @ 06:49

    Hey Timmy,
    This post certainly reminds me how grateful I am for all that I have! Students here in the US should feel blessed to have the educational systems afforded to them… for free!!! It’s too bad that some don’t take full advantage of these opportunities. What you are doing is AMAZING!!!! God Bless and take good care!! Safe travels!
    Love,
    Denise

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    • Tim Flanagan
      June 20, 2017 @ 02:59

      Thanks, Denise! I’m so impressed with the self-discipline of students here. It’s just part of the culture I guess.

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      • Brent
        May 22, 2020 @ 07:31

        Its like you are one with the karen people. Im very impressed mr flanagan. id actually wanna get to know one of the kids.

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        • Tim Flanagan
          May 26, 2020 @ 21:26

          Thanks, Brent. Even three years later, my memories of the camp are very vivid. I can tell you will be a traveler in your future!

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  3. Lori
    June 18, 2017 @ 07:43

    So impressed with how important education is to the students…..it is something our students certainly take for granted. Thrilled you were able to bring much needed supplies! You continue to inspire me, Tim!

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    • Tim Flanagan
      June 20, 2017 @ 03:00

      Thanks, Lori! I’ve been having lots of conversations with students in Laos this week. They are on vacation and are spending their free time studying. Can you imagine?

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  4. Ron Levis
    June 18, 2017 @ 14:00

    I love reading your your blog and I enjoy learning from your detailed observations. It makes me eager to return to Mae Ra Moe! The commitment to “help my people” is a theme in camp and that persists among the Karen people who have been resettled in third countries by the UNHCR. Thank you so much for all you did at Mae Ra Moe and for continuing to help the Karen people by raising awareness!

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    • Tim Flanagan
      June 20, 2017 @ 03:02

      Thanks, Ron! I hope to stay connected to the Karen community and continue to learn from them.

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  5. Vicky Ann Deledda
    June 18, 2017 @ 14:28

    Raising awareness here and using education as a most powerful tool is a great accomplishment. And by the way -half way around the world- Happy Father’s Day!

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    • Tim Flanagan
      June 20, 2017 @ 03:02

      Thank you, and yes, I did hear from my sons. Happy Father’s Day to you, too, since I know you did it all.

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  6. LInda A Wight
    June 18, 2017 @ 20:13

    Reminds us how truly blessed we are in this country. Enjoy your blogs and very interesting about the students and different schools. Happy Father’s Day Tim.

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    • Tim Flanagan
      June 20, 2017 @ 03:03

      Thank you, Linda!

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  7. Rosie
    June 19, 2017 @ 20:01

    Hi Tim,
    I am behind in my blog reading! Your journey makes me again realize the value of education in other cultures. We take so much for granted in America. I am sure you are helping to change lives.

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    • Tim Flanagan
      June 20, 2017 @ 03:04

      I hope so, but I know my own life is changing!

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  8. Diane Weisman
    June 24, 2017 @ 08:55

    Another wonderful and moving blog post. I’m inspired by the people you encounter in other countries. I feel silly for my frustration when trying to get errands done. You go through so much to get school supplies and other basic necessities. I hope the transportation was better than what you had in the Philippines. I’m going to encourage my sons and David to read your blog from start to finish. I hope it will especially educate Jared and Ethan on perseverance, and to appreciate all that they have in opportunities, family being together, and making the world a better place.

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    • Tim Flanagan
      June 25, 2017 @ 05:52

      Thanks, Diane. I’m also writing so that I remember these lessons when I return home.

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