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  1. Millie
    July 3, 2016 @ 07:34

    Enjoyed this post after what felt like too long to hear from our favorite blogger. Sounds like you had a good excuse. Jeff says “keep yourself super hydrated!”

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    • Tim Flanagan
      July 4, 2016 @ 01:10

      I’m adapting. This morning I walked into my room and went for five minutes before I realized I had forgotten to turn on the fan.

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  2. Anne
    July 3, 2016 @ 07:51

    Excellent reading Tim don’t know if you know this yet you should be very proud Of Ricky check out his story on Facebook

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    • Tim Flanagan
      July 4, 2016 @ 01:11

      Thanks for the reminder to check Facebook!

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  3. Betsy Flanagan
    July 3, 2016 @ 07:53

    I wish there was a lady to do laundry for me down my street! Great to hear from you and glad you’re settling in.
    xox Betsy

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    • Tim Flanagan
      July 4, 2016 @ 01:12

      Maybe Erin can fill that role!

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  4. LInda Wight
    July 3, 2016 @ 08:47

    HI Tim, second attempt Great to hear you arrived safely. Enjoyed seeing all the pictures and learning about Honduras. Glad to know that the basics are covered. IT is amazing to me that we can connect by wifi. IT also reminds me of how we take our everyday things for granted and to be thankful for our blessings. Glad you have your “guard dog” remember that hat, always wear sunscreen, drink plenty of liquids – (The mother in me – coming out). Your parents would be proud.. ALso reminded me that I’m not use to writing letters and that you’re a teacher, so excuse the errors 🙂 Love you, stay safe. WIll remember you in my prayers, getting ready for church 🙂 Love Linda and Conrad

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    • Tim Flanagan
      July 4, 2016 @ 01:16

      Hi Linda! Thanks for reading and commenting. I am definitely using my sunscreen and hat every day! This is a beautiful place with warm and friendly people, but there is also a lot of poverty. Thanks for your prayers and say hello to Conrad. Love, Tim

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  5. Lori
    July 3, 2016 @ 08:52

    So happy to hear from you!!! Love that you already “recognize” your students…..the pictures are wonderful…stay cool and safe!
    Lori

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    • Tim Flanagan
      July 4, 2016 @ 01:17

      Yes, it was hard for me not to name specific students, but I’m sure you recognized a few!

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  6. Sharon Eash
    July 3, 2016 @ 12:43

    What an adventure! Be super careful about that heat… it can be deadly!!! Eagerly awaiting more blog posts! Sharon (and John)

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    • Tim Flanagan
      July 4, 2016 @ 01:19

      Start teaching full-time tomorrow, so I’m sure I’ll have a lot more to write. I will have kid and adult classes, plus a computer class and a Spanish tutor some evenings. Keeping busy!

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  7. Paula M Agins
    July 3, 2016 @ 16:00

    Glad to hear you are doing well. The heat sounds awful to me!! Lori would be fine 🙂 Love the pictures and all the stories. Keep them coming 🙂
    Paula

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    • Tim Flanagan
      July 4, 2016 @ 01:21

      Thanks, Paula. I am already looking forward to an air-conditioned apartment in Vietnam, even though I hear the heat there is worse!

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  8. Brandon
    July 5, 2016 @ 13:23

    Looks like you are settling in just fine. The beaches there don’t look anything like the beaches here. I think we have you beat on that one :p. I am glad you are having a good time and I always look forward to reading your posts. You should definitely write a book one day about all of your travels. Maybe it can be called Tim’s Travels instead of Gulliver’s Travels. Stay safe and we will talk to you soon. Everyone says Hi and that they love you.

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    • Tim Flanagan
      July 6, 2016 @ 19:39

      Yeah, the beach here is not the prettiest. I haven’t gone in the water yet. I’m heading to a beautiful beach a couple of hours from here this weekend. I think they can definitely compete with Florida beaches. Let me know when you want to Skype so I can see the kids. I’m two hours behind you.

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  9. Eve Horowitz
    July 5, 2016 @ 21:13

    I am so enjoying hearing your impressions of our community and kids. Thanks in advance for the great work that I know you’re going to do!

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    • Tim Flanagan
      July 6, 2016 @ 19:42

      Glad you’re reading, Eve! It’s been three straight days of classes and I’m already having a hard time remembering which location I was in on which day. We’ve had four going away parties in the last few days, and several new people have arrived. I’m beginning to feel like an old timer already! Love working with the kids and am taking on a little more responsibility every day. I’ll have a lot to write about my experience, as soon as I find more time! Just had my first LUV class and am heading to adult class in a few minutes.

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  10. Diane Gallo
    July 6, 2016 @ 08:27

    Great to hear what you are up too. The heat sounds rough, uggg. Get in that water!! With your clothes on….of course.
    I would love to present a lesson on Vietnamese craft this fall and get you to speak to the class on skype.
    Happy and safe trails. (:

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    • Tim Flanagan
      July 6, 2016 @ 19:45

      I may be daring and wear a bathing suit. Remember how I told you that in India there was always an air conditioned restaurant or hotel around the corner? Not in this little village! We’ll definitely Skype from Vietnam, even if I have to do it at 3 in the morning.

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      • Diane
        July 8, 2016 @ 17:54

        Be daring!! Not speedo daring though…ok?
        Maybe next year Iceland?

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        • Tim Flanagan
          July 12, 2016 @ 00:39

          I know my limits!

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  11. Elaine Temel
    July 6, 2016 @ 10:07

    Sounds amazing. Water is your new best friend. How’s the food? (always one of my favorite parts of traveling). Have you seen any cashew trees yet? I was surprised by those when I visited. Are you speaking Spanish, English, both?
    Thanks for the update. Elaine 🙂

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    • Tim Flanagan
      July 6, 2016 @ 19:50

      The lady down the street cooked a delicious chicken and rice meal, with salad and homemade corn tortillas – all for a little over $2. I’ve already put in an order for fish for Friday’s lunch. I did try a cashew fruit, but haven’t seen the tree yet. It’s here, I just don’t recognize it. Today I got to speak Portuguese with a volunteer who just arrived from Brazil. I do speak a lot of Spanish with the kids (or try to). The most difficult time is when you’re trying to tell them to stop throwing rocks or hitting each other – that’s when I forget all the words I need. They’re good kids – just a little rambunctious at times!

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  12. LInda Wight
    July 10, 2016 @ 13:42

    HI Tim just read some of your blogs. The meals sound great. I was showing one of my friends your blog ,and I was telling her that I didn’t know if you spoke Portugese, but thought you did,and you answered that question. Sounds like you’re busy and making friends, love Linda

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    • Tim Flanagan
      July 12, 2016 @ 00:43

      Yes, I’m getting to know people better every day, and meeting more students as well. The names can be challenging!

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  13. Marika
    July 11, 2016 @ 11:37

    I can’t wait to her more Luis stories!!!!!

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    • Tim Flanagan
      July 12, 2016 @ 00:45

      There are so many, but I have to edit them carefully!

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  14. Cindy Cassidy
    July 22, 2016 @ 08:22

    What a great blog…my favorite so far. If it’s okay, I’d love to use some of the information for when I do my introduction to culture unit. I love to see/hear of the differences between cultures then learn WHY?
    Safe Travels,
    C

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    • Tim Flanagan
      July 25, 2016 @ 14:32

      Definitely. I want teachers to use this. Don’t forget to Skype me with your class.

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