And YOU'RE the lucky winner

I was given 12 hours notice to attend a meeting in Chiang Mai a few days ago. It was with a funding group that had raised money from a gala for school supplies and equipment for the elementary school on site. I was so ready for this to be a somewhat long and complicated meeting, with talk about finances and report writing. As it turns out, they just wanted someone from the organization to pose for a picture with a presentation check and the charity group. Those same kindof presentation checks that are 2x5 feet, given to lottery winners at their front door. It was so hokey and awkard. I can't believe I spent 8 hours on buses for that. But it was nice to have the opportunity to meet them and thank them all in person.

On another note, if you haven't read or seen this book, it's time: Two If By Sea
http://www.amazon.com/Two-if-Sea-Anne-E-Wood/dp/1889292125/ref=pd_ys_qtk_rvi/002-9825026-5973642?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=center-2&pf_rd_r=0EF8J7XFPKZV3TTF4NYA&pf_rd_t=1501&pf_rd_p=186412001&pf_rd_i=home