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| 22nd August 2008 Jude | Rock on honey buns - From: Breakfast With The President Glad to see you are living life!!!!!! Jeana is thinking about Africa next year......that was until I told her how much airfare costs. |
| 19th August 2008 Nicole (sister) | Logan - From: Beginnings and Endings Hey toots....Jaclyn and I are going to wait in Medford for you to arrive vs. go to the airport. Believe me, this is killing me. But I think with Jaclyn waking up at 7 or later I would never make it to the Bailey's in time. I hope you are having a great flight. You should be landing in San Fran within the next few hrs. Which means USA USA USA! Phew!!! See you in the morning ~ ahhhh~ Love you!!! |
| 19th August 2008 Lucille | Home Sweet Home - From: Beginnings and Endings HI, Welcome home. I will miss you explicit blogs. Be sure to add on now that you are home about how you are feeling. Get some well needed rest, See you soon. Love Lucille |
| 19th August 2008 Andrea | - From: Beginnings and Endings Wow, Kristin, you have learned so much this summer. What an amazing experience! You are so lucky to have been able to do this. Thanks for sharing all of your adventures with us!! Have a safe trip home and I can't wait to see you! |
| 19th August 2008 ralph | Good luck - From: Three Weeks To Go Good luck on your travels and have a safe trip. As people are fortunate enough to travel to different parts of the world and truly see that most people no matter where they are from are alike as you said.So why do we continue to have wars?????? I have traveled to enough parts of the world while i was in the service and enjoyed every place we visited. Have a safe trip home and get pleny of sleep! I am a friend of you sister Nicole. |
| 19th August 2008 ontheroadEandS | See you on the other side - From: Beginnings and Endings Well, wasn't that special. I am so glad I could be your inspiration ;) (that is an inside joke people, sorry) Thanks for having me along and I hope you aren't planning on any new dress code at our meetings just cuz you got some new clothes! glad it was great! |
| 19th August 2008 Jane | Heart and Soul of a Friend - From: Beginnings and Endings How beautiful and insightful. Reading this blog I felt like I was looking at a soul stripped and exposed for the world....You are so Awesome. Save this Blog for the ending of your book it is just perfect. Thank you. Welcome home my friend. Jane |
| 19th August 2008 Phyllis Arouth | - From: Beginnings and Endings Hi Kris, God bless and love you; you are an amazing young woman. How very fortunate your students are to have you for a teacher. I thank you for sharing your adventure and inner most thoughts and emotions. Wishing you a safe journey home. Love you, Phyllis |
| 19th August 2008 TEENA 1 | The Heart Grows Stronger - From: Beginnings and Endings Well said my friend...and I'm not that big of a pain in the ass! I loved taking this journey with you...and it's true our hearts are stronger! Until next one... love, THAI TEENIE |
| 19th August 2008 Cousin Maureen again | Anne's Wedding - From: Beginnings and Endings Can I just add one more thing.....can you give us an update on Anne's wedding and the dress issues???? Don't keep us in suspense? |
| 19th August 2008 Cousin Maureen | It's just the beginning - From: Beginnings and Endings Kristin, You have brought tears and laughter to our days and nights of reading your truly remarkable adventure. As much as I want you home I don't want you to end this journey. I am amazed at myself for the lump in my throat knowing this will be coming to an end. I feel you have brought all your following closer to you and to each other, never even meeting the others. You have given us all a wonderful 6 weeks of summer. I am grateful for learning so much about a culture I never even thought I would care about. I called you a crazy woman right from the beginning, oh you are crazy, crazy for going after that something that none of us would even dream about. We all have our dreams, and thank you for letting me into yours. I truly enjoyed every minute of it..........love you and stay safe. I want a blog as soon as you get home! |
| 18th August 2008 Mary | that which does not kill us only makes us stronger!" - From: Beginnings and Endings I envy and admire you so much Kristin. Though I haven't been there with you physically I have been fortunate to be there on your journey in spirit. What a wild ride! You truly are one of the best people I know and I am lucky to know you. May your journey home be as safe as your journey there. I can't wait to see you! |
| 18th August 2008 Mary | Back from Maine - From: Sales and Purchase Dept Maybe I should have come with you...sounds like I could have furnished my whole place at the flea market! Miss you lots. Travel home safely! |
| 18th August 2008 Mary | Kristin Howell is my Hero! - From: The Kayak You must do the thing you think you can not do! Way to live up to the quote! I am proud of you. Maine wasn't the same without you. There's always next year. Miss you! |
| 18th August 2008 Lori McGuire | Have a safe trip home!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! - From: Beginnings and Endings I am so happy for you and your friends. You have done what so many people say they will do, yet never follow through. It is exactly what the graffiti said on the wall in that picture "Live in the moment, or your life will pass you by" or something like that.. but in any case, I can't wait to hear your stories at girls night! Have a safe trip home.. and from reading your blogs, your plane ride may just be the 1st good sleep that you'll have.. rest up and we'll see you soon!!!!! |
| 18th August 2008 Suze and Gia | - From: Beginnings and Endings Once again, commenting although we've never met. Thank you so very much for the special glimpse into this journey - it has been enlightening, touching, thoughtful, as well as quite fun to read! As a bystander, I think it was as interesting to read the comments of your friends and loved ones as it was to read the blog entries themselves. Each of you have so many in your life who love and support you and I can tell that your adventure has made an impact on them in so many ways as well. I am hoping that my own 15 year old daughter has similar journeys in her future....sharing your trip is quite the inspiration for what (hopefully) is to come for her. Thank you again and have a safe and enjoyable trip home! Best, Suzanne (and Gia) (friends of Mike and Eric's) |
| 18th August 2008 Maureen | - From: Beginnings and Endings Hey Kristin! I just caught up on your travels. I can’t even imagine what a life experience this must have been!! Safe journey home! |
| 18th August 2008 dre | hi - From: Beginnings and Endings Have a safe trip home..... cant wait to see you when you get back and settled .... Andrea |
| 18th August 2008 karen | the more we travel the less we really know... - From: Beginnings and Endings You have faced your fears and discovered something beautiful in return. Do you know how lucky you are? Do you realize how many people travel, and how few really "see" the world. You have opened your mind and heart to new experiences and in return you have learned more about yourself than you could have ever imagined. You should feel proud and accomplished. You had tremendous couage on this trip. Not only physical courage, but spiritual as well. It takes courage to expose yourself to others, and you did that in each and every blog. Good for you! I am counting days until you return. I went to school today and started to pack up my classroom. It is much harder than I thought. I need your help! Be safe. I can't wait to see you! |
| 18th August 2008 Lucille | Lessons learned - From: Beginnings and Endings Kristin, this entry just says it all and is very well said. Great lesson(s) to share with all of us and and teach to many others in the years to come. I know this is only the real beginning for you. Safe travels home and thanks for allowing me to following along with you and everyone else on this journey. See youreal soon, Love Lucille |
| 18th August 2008 Nicole | Welcome Back - From: Beginnings and Endings Welcome back! Right now you are probably on your long flight home! I hope your flight is great. Miss you lots, I am off Thursday and Friday! Hope to talk to you soon! |
| 18th August 2008 Nicole (sister) | Congratulations! - From: Beginnings and Endings Seems as though you have learned so much in just six weeks. You are wiser then you realize. That's for sure. You make me proud to hold the title "Kristin Howell's sister!" Enjoy the rest of your time there and your journey home. You will be here before you know it. I can't waaaaaaaaaait, this last week has been the toughest for me. Knowing you are so much closer to coming home and all. Be safe and God Bless. Love and miss you so much! P.S. Anne is dropping your dress off to me today, it's black and halter. Not even the dress Momma and I had thought she got, the one we suggested had a whole in it or something!?!? But it's also a way bigger size then we suggested so I'm sure you'll need to take it in. I'll fill you in on the rest when you get home. Poor Anne, not what you want to be doing the week of your wedding, reordering every dress and your own gown! YIKES! |
| 18th August 2008 Dale | Many Thanks - From: Beginnings and Endings I commend the four of you for your goals and many accomplishmnets. It has been our pleasure , thank you for allowing us a window into your adventure, and into your hearts. I am so proud of you! Be safe! |
| 18th August 2008 MOM | - From: Sales and Purchase Dept By the way....You look like you may have lost a few pounds..You didn't need to but I understand...The jackets are lovely...You will wear them I am sure...By the way we got you strapless on the gown...I had said strapless rather then halter and your sister confirmed. Kiss Kiss |
| 18th August 2008 MOM | - From: Sales and Purchase Dept I know you dislike pink but you and your sister always looked so cute in it...Like it or not..Be safe coming home..and your new clothes look great...Are you packing them in your back-pack?? Just curious. Love Mom |
| 18th August 2008 Debbie | How smart you are! - From: Beginnings and Endings You are wise beyond your years!!!! Have journey back!!!! Debbie |
| 18th August 2008 Janis | Be safe - From: Beginnings and Endings I think you missed your calling Kristen. You're blogs put together would make quite the short story and I bet there's a novel in there if you include all the details I'm sure were left out. I'm glad you found what you were looking for and have a safe trip home!! |
| 18th August 2008 Susan Niles (Macaela's aunt) | Thank you! - From: Beginnings and Endings thank you for sharing your trip with everyone who has logged onto your blog and couldn't wait for the next episode! I am so happy for all of you that took part in this wonderful journey and I hope you'll continue with your writing - I know I'm not the only one who has gotten a a very small but enlightening glimpse into a world where we've never been. thank you so very much - safe journey home. |
| 18th August 2008 Eric B | Come on home! - From: Beginnings and Endings After all the stories are told, you will have so many memories of all the great times exploring the world. I am envious of your travels and stories, but I am happy that I know someone like you that dares to test her own fears. Safe Flight. And thanks for letting me travel with you. |
| 18th August 2008 carol | - From: Beginnings and Endings Kristin, You really should consider writing a book. You are an excellent writer. I will be so happy, along with everyone else, when I hear you are safe and at home. Be careful and have a safe flight. God bless. Love, Carol |
| 18th August 2008 Shayna (Courtney's Sister) | - From: Beginnings and Endings I'm sure that is all true. Have a safe trip home! I know EVERYONE is looking forward to seeing you all. Be safe, and have a nice (long) flight home. Thanks again for doing these blogs...they have been a joy to read each time! |
| 18th August 2008 Howell | Patty - From: Sales and Purchase Dept It's just that the color pink turns my stomach and I know it's selfish of me to request the bride to not consider a color, but pink. Sounds like Anne is a champ though and put me in grey. Can't wait to see the mystery dress. My fingers are crossed. |
| 18th August 2008 Howell | Debbie L - From: Sales and Purchase Dept You'll see me every morning for breakfast. I'm a 4th floor girl at heart. Although I'll be completely loyal to my new floor I'll secretly be wishing to once again be part of the penthouse. See you VERY soon. |
| 18th August 2008 Shayna (Courtney\ | hey - From: Sales and Purchase Dept Court, I love the suit!!!! You should buy a puppy for dad :-) I finished all 60 miles!!! Can't wait to see you on Wed!!! :-) |
| 18th August 2008 MOM | - From: Sales and Purchase Dept Hi...Before you know it you will be home...I hope you are looking forward to it as much as everyone is having you back. Don't worry Kris no pink for you...You really are a great writer and many people have followed along with you and sometimes been with you...Amazing..I hope the next trip is a bit shorter..I have tears in my eyes on how much (more or less) I have enjoyed following along with all the others...See you soon...Love Mom |
| 18th August 2008 Debbie | I'll miss the Blogs and you on my floor!!! - From: Sales and Purchase Dept I'll miss reading your plays, and stories.....but most of all I'll miss seeing you and speaking to you each morning. I wish you could stay up on our floor!!!!! Come say hi each day!!!!! |
| 18th August 2008 Howell | Candice - From: Sales and Purchase Dept Who knows what else YOU would have bought. I'm sure something strange and unusual. |
| 18th August 2008 Howell | Candice - From: Sales and Purchase Dept Who knows what else YOU would have bought. I'm sure something strange and unusual. |
| 18th August 2008 Howell | Candice - From: Sales and Purchase Dept Who knows what else YOU would have bought. I'm sure something strange and unusual. |
| 18th August 2008 Howell | Kim L - From: Sales and Purchase Dept Oh, I really hope you are right about sleeping for 20 hours. Maybe the pit in my stomach would go away if I knew that were true. Ready to be the mom of TWO middle schoolers?! |
| 18th August 2008 Howell | Jude - From: Sales and Purchase Dept Macaela just peered over my should and said "Of course she commented on your jacket. That's my mom." Can't wait to meet you! |
| 18th August 2008 Howell | Debbie T - From: Sales and Purchase Dept Hey Debbie! I'll see you on the 30th, right? At Cop's wedding? |
| 18th August 2008 Howell | Nicole - From: Sales and Purchase Dept SO, you and Ma chose my dress for Anne's wedding? PLEASE tell me she didn't put me in baby girl pink. If she did, I swear I am NOT leaving Thailand. Should I be scared? Glad you got the larger size.... who knows what it will be like to be in real clothes again. |
| 18th August 2008 Howell | Hagan - From: Sales and Purchase Dept No thanks on Maggie! I would rather have bought the pet squirrel. |
| 18th August 2008 Howell | Camille - From: Sales and Purchase Dept Oh, I bet you were a knock out in that skirt!! See you soon. |
| 18th August 2008 Howell | Marie - From: Sales and Purchase Dept Hello! You def did not want to smell the journey, see and feel it, sure, but no smells. See you soon. |
| 18th August 2008 Howell | Paci - From: Sales and Purchase Dept You mean to tell me that the all knowing Paci was taken for a ride? Today will be a good day. Enjoy Bali and your surfing. See you soon! |
| 18th August 2008 ontheroadEandS | Ugh what a trip - From: Sales and Purchase Dept I have to say that I wasn't all too thrilled to leave Thailand. Bangkok maybe, Thailand not so much. I got completely screwed by my taxi driver. After driving for 30 minutes I realized we were nowhere near the airport and had only been driving in circles. First the bed on the floor, now this...what next? Enjoy your last 24! |
| 18th August 2008 Marie | Thank you - From: Sales and Purchase Dept Thank you so much for a great summer excursion...I only wish it could have been in smellivision and feelivision...for the most part...Have a safe journey home see you in a couple weeks.. |
| 18th August 2008 Camille | homeward bound - From: Sales and Purchase Dept I am looking forward to seeing you. Your blogging has been an added bonus to my days at home with the kids... bored with NOTHING to do. I wore my comfy white skirt at Columbia!! The best outfit of the week by far! L, Camille |
| 18th August 2008 carol | - From: Sales and Purchase Dept Kristin, OMG I sure hope you have some peanut butter and crackers left so you don't have to eat any of those snacks you sent pictures of. By the way, do not buy a puppy, I will gladly hand deliver you Maggie. Look at the bright side, she's already potty trained and Jaclyn would be able to ride her:) I'm so glad your adventure is almost over, but I will miss reading your blogs. Have a safe trip home. Be safe and careful. God Bless!! |
| 18th August 2008 Nicole (sister) | Anne's wedding - From: Sales and Purchase Dept Nope, Anne's dress never came in and none of the bridal party dresses are in. She called again today - me and Ma have been figuring out what size you are. Based on not seeing you the last 6 weeks I told her a bigger size vs the smaller size just incase. You can always take in, but to take out is not as easy. Especially since you'll get this dress 3 days before the wedding. But please, shower before you get alterations. I'm thinking that may be a must. Ma mentioned something to me about strapless. She called me while I was working today but I couldn't answer thinking she was going to talk cake anyways. But nope, more dress issues so she called the house and Momma told her the size and style - soooooooooooooo, if you hate it, not much we can do for ya. haa! So yup, "my maid of honor duties" are good - I've figured out the dress for you, doing the wedding cake and doing the rehearsal dinner cake. Not bad! I don't know what Anne is doing about her own dress. Scary. I offered her mine and based on the fact I'm 5 feet and she's closer to 6 we didn't think it would work! ha! So no, we don't have a dress here for you yet. I'll call her again tomorrow. Boy do you owe me - I think I've done more for you from Thailand to Meffa then Meffa to Meffa. I can't wait for the payback! Be safe and love you! |
| 18th August 2008 Debbie | - From: Sales and Purchase Dept Hey Howell. I hope you have a safe flight home. We'll all have to get together and talk about your adventure. I'm sure theres alot more than what you blogged about. I'm going to miss the blogs too. I felt like I was there. Love you. Be safe. |
| 17th August 2008 Jude (Macaelas mom) | Hi girls! - From: Sales and Purchase Dept Kristin, Thank you so much sharing your adventure with us through your blog. It has been wonderful in many ways. You have such a way with words & like someone else said, it was like a good book you just couldn't put down. I can't wait to meet & Nicole @ the airport. Have a safe trip. Hi to Macaela & Courtney. Love mom/Jude PS I love your new white coat! |
| 17th August 2008 Kim | Home again, so soon? - From: Sales and Purchase Dept You have truly uncovered your inner blogger. You should keep going with a non-travel blog, you're good at this, Miss Howell! Here's to sleeping for 20 hours of the flight! |
| 17th August 2008 Candice | Puppies and swords! - From: Sales and Purchase Dept I don't know how you left there without purchasing a couple of puppies and a sword. I can tell you that those would have been my first of many impulse buys. Love the jackets! I can't wait to see how they turned out. |
| 17th August 2008 auntie ginger | - From: Sales and Purchase Dept Well the count down begins. Hopefully you will be glad to be back home with a shower and clean linen. Kris how would you have gotten the puppy home. Do you know how much work that would be for you. I wont know what to do with myself once there is no more blogging. I have looked forward to and enjoyed very much all that you have written. Have a safe trip. |
| 17th August 2008 mike allen | back in Boston - From: Sales and Purchase Dept Enjoy your flight and return to the land of the fat. I'm back in Boston, but I'm heading to GB on Monday. Looking forward to swapping the x rated versions with everyone when next we all meet! mike |
| 17th August 2008 Sarah | Can you smell Mass yet? - From: Sales and Purchase Dept Please don't let this be your last blog. I really enjoyed yur blogging while you away. The clothes look nice, I can't wait to see them and you. I am the only SSCer in Mass today, they are all WWR '08. Your journey has opened my eyes, I may not be ready to adventure to SEA. I am thinking next year, I will go WWR and really raft. One day I will take the BIG jump and take an adventure someplace, that takes me out of my comfort zone and opens my eyes! Thanks for all the blogging, and may this just be the begining of KHo;s Blogs! Have a safe trip back to the states! I can't wait to see you. |
| 17th August 2008 Marie | meal worms - From: Sales and Purchase Dept Looking at that picture of worms I bet hotdogs don't seem that gross. |
| 17th August 2008 Lucille | Adventure comes to a close - From: Sales and Purchase Dept Hi, Well sounds like you all enjoyed your shopping/bargaining ventures immensely. You deserve it. Great way to end your amazing adventures, with all the trials and tribulations that went with it. You have done more than most people. Be proud!!! I can't wait to hear your stories and see you back at school. I'm sure we will all learn more from you then although we have been taught much from your blogs already. I can't wait to see you in the jacket(s). Did you get enough????? Enjoy your last day and safe travels. Love Lucille P.S. How are you going to get all this stuff in that backpack home, or are you leaving all that old stuff now back there.????? |
| 17th August 2008 Howell | Karen "White" Bonanno - From: Sales and Purchase Dept You may just be the lucky winner of one of my suit jackets, seeing as I bought 5 total. At least now I can return the jacket I borrowed from you last November. I can't wait to hear about Columbia. My ears are open and waiting to learn your lessons. |
| 17th August 2008 karen | homeward bound... - From: Sales and Purchase Dept don't fret k-ho this will not be your last blog nor your last chance at writing. After the week I had at Columbia I am expecting some serious writing from all of you.. this blog was a great introduction! I am so proud of all you have accomplished. I have loved following you as you braved bus rides, train rides, and mice in your room- you have had a lifetime of learning in just a few short weeks. Have a safe journey back- you have a lot to look forward to back here in Medford! |
| 17th August 2008 Howell | Maureen B - From: Small Reflections in a Big World Yes, I thought my new clothes were well deserved. I'm glad you agree because it makes me feel better about buying so much. What was I thinking? |
| 17th August 2008 Howell | Debbie L - From: The Kayak So, your an island girl? Not me. I don't mind it every once in a while, but the beginning part of my trip was more of what I enjoy, minus the terrible rooms! Yes, I will see you soon. We won't be neighbors any more, but I'll still be up every morning for breakfast. |
| 17th August 2008 Howell | Eric B - From: The Kayak We did actually see some fish, more than I thought we would have. The colors were amazing in the sunlight. I wish I had an underwater camera! |
| 17th August 2008 Howell | Eileen - From: The Kayak The funny thing is, I LOVE the water. I love the chlorine cleaned back yard pool with a diving board and floating chairs. Did you get my e-mail regarding your question? |
| 17th August 2008 Howell | Pino - From: The Kayak Well, it's a step in the right direction. Although the fear of being dragged under by the current still makes the hair on my neck stand straight up. I'm getting there though. |
| 17th August 2008 Howell | Jen - From: The Kayak I was wondering if you would have snorkeled. I can't wait to see you and to think I may actually get a few words in really shocks me. Don't worry, you heard my stories, so I want to hear about your summer too!! See you soon. |
| 17th August 2008 Howell | Nicole - From: Sales and Purchase Dept Wait, Anne's desses never came in? Where did she order a dress for me? Do you have it now? Is she flipping out? Do you enjoy being a stand in maid of honor for me? |
| 17th August 2008 Howell | Dre - From: The Kayak I miss you too. Maybe we can sneak in a beach day before school starts. See you soon! |
| 17th August 2008 Howell | Nik - From: The Kayak So, you enjoyed the play? Good to know. Oh, you are off stuffing smores in your mouth right now and I'm more than just a bit jealous. I can never miss rafting again!! |
| 17th August 2008 Howell | Nicole - From: The Kayak I just bought something small for Jaclyn. I wanted to buy her this adorable little asian outfit, but figured you wouldn't put her in it. I have something for her room instead. CAN'T WAIT TO SEE HER!!! |
| 17th August 2008 Howell | Mystery Person Sarah Bloom - From: The Kayak Hello MPSB! Thanks for the comment. I would have felt safer if you were there, but Court was a lifeguard too. I really need you to move closer to me so I can become a strong swimmer. A triathlon is on my "list". |
| 17th August 2008 Howell | Dale - From: The Kayak We all say hello back!! Love your bookmark comment. Haven't even seen the damn thing since I left Pai. See you soon. |
| 17th August 2008 Howell | NJ Jane - From: The Kayak Postcard vacation? Well, some of it was. It's really stuff like this that teachers should get PDPs for or even college credit. |
| 17th August 2008 Howell | Nicole - From: Sales and Purchase Dept No, that wasn't my last blog, but they are numbered. Don't let Janice boss you around. I know she's scary, but stay tough. When in doubt you can call her by any of my little pet names. They include: B, Bailey, J-Nice, Banker Bailey, Ma Bailey, or Dung Beatle Bailey. It's completely safe online because she is incapable of turning on a copmuter, let alone finding this specific address. I'll see you early Wednesday morning. We can hang at the Bailey's for a bit....until you can't stand the smell of us any longer. Looking forward to it! |
| 17th August 2008 Nicole (sister) | Last blog!?!? - From: Sales and Purchase Dept Well I must admit, I will be sad when the blog is over so I'm hoping that this one was not the last. Although I'm thrilled to think that in just a couple days I can hug you. I can't wait! I will see you at Logan and I'm sure I'll cry my eyes out. Have a safe trip home. Be safe and God Bless! Love you!!! |
| 16th August 2008 stephanie | - From: The Kayak ahhhh...nothing to do but be on the beach, now THAT'S a vacation!!! Have a safe trip home!!! |
| 16th August 2008 Dale | Fabulous ! - From: The Kayak Hi to all the kids! I have been reading and following you all along, just not commenting. Loved the pictures, and the bathroom adventures. Have some mountain stories of my own from Greece, some things never change. Glad to hear you bought some clothes you will enjoy them for a long time, try to ship an umbrella or some other kind of lasting momento. Oh yeah you have your bookmark! Take care, See you soon! |
| 16th August 2008 Jane | - From: The Kayak Hi Kristin. I am soooo proud of you! It looks like it is absoultly beautiful there!!!! My Uncle was in Thiland in the service and said it was beautiful. This is a post card vacation. Enjoy!! Love ya. jane |
| 16th August 2008 Sarah | It was ME - From: Short, Sweet and to the Point I totally forgoet to write my name!!! It was me.. I am the mystery person. |
| 16th August 2008 Sarah | I AM SO PROUD of YOU - From: The Kayak Good Blog....I am so proud of you for going under the water!! Way to go K Ho! Enjoy your last few days of you vacation. Have a safe flight. See you REAL soon~! |
| 16th August 2008 Nicole (sister) | Uninvited - From: The Kayak Ok, you all heard Kristin. If you were coming over, you are now uninvited!! :)) Sorry sorry sorry! Believe me, I told Janice I'd rather see you once you were debugged and showered myself but you know her, bossing me around and I've only met the lady once! Tell Courtney that one!! haa! I talked to Janice yesterday anyways and we are going back to her house for coffee and pickies if you want. Totally up to you. You can come here and crash if you want or I can drive you home or you can drive your own ass home. Feel better!!?!? Jaclyn and I are going to Janice's to meet Macaela's parents there, head to the airport and then whatever happens happens. How come you let all the questions I've asked go unanswered but you finally respond back just to scold me???? I'll remember that. See you guys on Weds!! Love and kisses! |
| 16th August 2008 Howell | Nicole - From: The Kayak Please please please stop inviting people over to come see me. I am leaving on a plane at 5PM, 6AM your time and not arriving until 7:30AM, 25 hours later. It has been six weeks since I took a really long hot shower or had a bathroom all to myself, or anything to myself without my fearless travel companions. PLEASE, I would like nothing more than to sit down, say hello, and then go to bed....maybe a, meal some place in there. |
| 15th August 2008 Nicole (sister) | A play... - From: The Kayak ...written by you was a great idea! Loved it and could picture it very well. Think I'm going to write a play.. Jaclyn: Momma Momma: Jaclyn stop it. Jaclyn: hitting Momma: Do you want to go in the naughty chair? Jaclyn: naaaaugghy chair! Actually the hitting has stopped, think she was just overtired during the day but you get the drift. Anyways, I'm starting to get butterflies about seeing you. I want to know your plans until you get on the plane. I think Jaclyn and I are going with Janice to pick you up at Logan. Is that cool?? Obviously I have your car here and your phone/keys etc. Oh, I spoke with Ann again, she got you a grey dress the other dresses did not come in. She put the rest of the bridal party in pink but got you grey knowing you hugely detesting feelings about pink. :)) And I was serious, if anyone wants to come here to greet Kristin the morning of the 20th, you are invited. Ok, be safe. No more kayaking, it makes me nervuos and I'm with you, stay close to the shore. Miss and love you and CAN NOT WAIT FOR WEDS!!!!! |
| 15th August 2008 Nicole | The Play - From: The Kayak I loved, Loved loved the play blog. I was dying laughing here, K-ho, you are not afraid of anything! I am surprised to your reaction to this. Glad your friends took care of you! I won't have any fun this weekend. Promise. |
| 15th August 2008 Andrea G | hello - From: The Kayak haha that was really cute I was worried cause you sounded a little home sick but you sounded much better :) I am kristin sick...... Come HOME :))))))) Love Dre |
| 15th August 2008 Auntie Ginger | - From: The Kayak Hey there; now the count down begins. I wish I was going to be home to see you. I guess I have to wait until Oct. U.B. sometimes goes fishing in a Kayak. Of course not the ocean I don't think Na. Enjoy the last days before bedlam sets in back at school. Have a safe trip and know where all thinking of you and your friends. Love ya. |
| 15th August 2008 Jen | Yay! - From: The Kayak SOOO glad to hear you snorkeled! I was terrified too...but after doing it, I LOVED it...it's so worth it! Did you see lots of fish? This trip is going to be something you talk about forever! So many adventures! But I must say, I'm glad it's ending! You will be HOME in LESS than one week! :) I have a bunch of info. on classes for us and anyone else interested. What do you think we should do first?! I can't wait! |
| 15th August 2008 judy | - From: The Kayak I.m so proud of you going into the ocean!! Maybe I will get you on the beach in Wildwood!!! The pictures were beautiful! Safe journey home. Love judy |
| 15th August 2008 Eileen B | YIPPEE!!! - From: The Kayak Kristin - you did it!!!! You got in the water. I know how HUGE that is for someone who is terrified of the ocean. I've always been a water person - but that is because my father basically threw me in it when I was little so I had no choice! I'm very proud of you! I'm proud but not surprised - you do anything you set your mind to. I have one question though - how come there have been no blogs about "ping pong"?? I thought I would be scared to read them once they were posted, but now that there haven't been any....I'm kind of curious! Are we skipping this part of the trip?? Plus, I have gone and told a few people about you possibly viewing a live "ping pong" show and they are DYING to see if you went and if what people say about it is truth or fiction. Ha Ha Ha! You sound like you are having an experience of a lifetime. Stay safe and get your courageous butt home soon! Can't wait to see you and hear everything in person. |
| 15th August 2008 Eric B | Story - From: The Kayak OH! And I think its amazing how you write something to us all the time. I think if I was on this trip I would have given up after the first week. Thanks for taking me on this trip with you. And making each entry interesting to read. Your very creative. |
| 15th August 2008 Eric B | White Sands - From: The Kayak Looks like the best part of the trip is the end. Sitting on the beach enjoying the ocean and sun. Finally some nice blue water, very clear. Snorkling is like float in space. You can see forever and just be. I am glad you are enjoying the warm waters. Have you seen any fish yet? After seeing those Cig boxes, I wouldnt buy any. They are just sick. Enjoy yourself. |
| 15th August 2008 Debbie | Now that's my kind of vacation!!!! - From: The Kayak Hi Kristin, I've enjoyed these blogs!!!! You have had a very interesting vacation, if you can call the mice, bugs, and some of those hotels a vacation!!!! This island looks more my speed. I did do snorkling in Bermuda and it was awesome to be up close to some of the fish. Have a safe trip back. See you soon!!!!! Love to you all, Debbie |
| 15th August 2008 Howell | Hagan - From: The Kayak I did chuckle at Jeana's Africa comment. I'm not so sure I should be the one with her. Judy would handle her much better than me. I would listen to her complain and Judy would stop her from complaining. I love her ambition though. AND yes, the others were out in front of me. It made me feel safer to be in back. |
| 15th August 2008 Howell | Lucille - From: The Kayak Yup, give me a backyard swiming pool any day. I enjoy swimming, just not in any water you can't see through. I think I watch too much Discovery channel. |
| 15th August 2008 Howell | Nik - From: Small Reflections in a Big World All moved in and now you are away for the weekend!! Enjoy rafting. Don't have fun without me. |
| 15th August 2008 Howell | Mrs Dugan - From: Small Reflections in a Big World Keep me posted on Colleen's adventure. Have you started back at school yet? Excited, anxious, sad? |
| 15th August 2008 Howell | Michael Simon - From: Small Reflections in a Big World If you could only have seen Eric, Christina and I reading your message. I saw it first, ran back to tell everyone, then we all got on the bed and huddled together to read it again from Christina's iPhone. Remind me to tell you the little trick Eric played on us. It involes a "fake" e-mail from you, to him. See you soon! Thanks again for the message. |
| 15th August 2008 Howell | Steph - From: Small Reflections in a Big World No talk about any of this to Gram. Actually, the clothes, yes, everything else, no. |
| 15th August 2008 Howell | Melissa M - From: Small Reflections in a Big World Thanks for the info. I tried doing something before through the AIDS Action Committee but at the time I was too young to do the stuff I wanted. |
| 15th August 2008 Howell | Lucille - From: Small Reflections in a Big World Has Rosie been around? I added her, but wasn't sure if she has been checking the blog. Can't believe in two weeks from today it will already be the third day of school!! See you soon. |
| 15th August 2008 carol | - From: The Kayak Hi Kristin, I love the play. You sure have more nerve than I do. Never in a million years would I go kayaking in unknown waters. Murphy would have had to go in the water first so I could see how deep it was. (It's so nice having a tall friend.) I'm so happy your adventure will be over in less than a week. How about Jeana wanting to go to Africa. I'll believe it when I see it. Continue to stay safe and be careful. God Bless. Love, Carol |
| 15th August 2008 Lucille | Wow!!!!! - From: The Kayak Kristin, Glad to hear from you again. Figured you were all very relaxing and enjoying yourself as you should be. Great play, new it was based on reality. You are very adventurous and I couldn't believe that you....were afraid of doing t hose things. Very proud of you with the snorkeling and now you love it. You can do anything if you want to. Hello to everyone for me. enjoy snorkeling. You are on your way. Safe travels home. See you real soon. Love Lucille It is true most people are not scared of the ocean it is what is in the depth of the ocean. Most of us have never seen it . |
| 15th August 2008 Nicole | Salem Resident! - From: Small Reflections in a Big World Hey K-HO....All moved in, counting the days til your return. Leaving tomorrow for WWR. You will be missed. Stay safe. Nic |
| 14th August 2008 Maureen | From mice to designer clothes - From: Small Reflections in a Big World Well, Kristin you certainly deserve to bring home custom designed clothes made with fabulous fabrics. Consider it a reward for what you have endured for the past 4 weeks. Love, Maureen |
| 14th August 2008 dugan | africa trip - From: Small Reflections in a Big World Africa sounds much better than where you are...Col is in Timbuktu...will let you know if that is where you could have another adventure...just give me a nice island...in the bahamas and I am at peace...your adventure has given me nightmares...and I will be so happy when you are back on solid ground...God bless you for being such a humanitarian...everyone enjoyed your travels...you are my hero... |
| 14th August 2008 Michael S. Simon | Greetings from the Brooks - From: Small Reflections in a Big World Dear Mike, Eric, Kristin, Christina, and 'fellow travelers'-- Following all of your trips has been fascinating and educational. I truly feel as if I've learned so much about the world that I would never uncover on my own. Not only are your individual exploits interesting, but your connections, both through meeting up and through discussions of shared experiences, add an incredible depth to the experience. You can't imagine how exciting it is for me that four teachers from my school are out there experiencing the world in ways that most of us will never be brave enough to try. When we say that we like to have teachers who bring different experience and backgrounds to a school, we don't realize what the potential really is. What you're doing this summer adds such an amazing dimension to our community! |
| 14th August 2008 cousin steph | from auntie ginger - From: Small Reflections in a Big World my mom said to ship them to grammy's ! :) Don't tell said grammy you want to work with Aids victims in Africa if u want her to live! |
| 14th August 2008 Sarah | I miss you! - From: Small Reflections in a Big World Hi Thai KHo I wish I gave a quick swim lesson before you went. I owe you one. I hope that you went deeper into the water. You are talking to a swimmer, who does not like going too deep in open water. I can't wait to see you new clothes. Enjoy your last few days. |
| 13th August 2008 Dad | - From: Small Reflections in a Big World Hi Kris ........ Glad to read that everything is going well for all of you. I, like all your other readers, wait for your next blog. It'ls like reading a fantastic book but you can only get one chapter at a time. You never stop to amaze me. I think this trip has been a learning experience that you will never forget but I must admit that I'm overjoyed to hear that your home sick. See you on the 27th. Love Dad. P.S. Be Safe! |
| 13th August 2008 melisa | africa - From: Small Reflections in a Big World hey krisitin! if u r interestedin doing AIDS education I can put u in touch with a girl who has gone several times to help~ she actually reminds me a lot of u, you'll ge along great |
| 13th August 2008 Mary | Wish I was at the beach... - From: The Dharma Initiative The weather here has been horrendous...I think we might be in Monsoon season and not you! Anyway...Picture it...Golden Girls episode where they are stranded on an island during their hell vacation! All I can conjure as I was reading this email was that episode for some reason. I thought you would get a kick out of that. Remember to truly enjoy the islands you have to embrace the feel of it...that means you need to just BE and RELAX!!!! Hint Hint Hint! Miss you lots. Can't wait for you to come home! |
| 13th August 2008 mary | - From: Small Reflections in a Big World Kristin you said it best when you said your a saver not a spender. You have the mentality that you need to save every penny and while that is admirable I don't think you need to be upset about spending some money on yourself. You are one of the most decent, humble, selfless people I know and its only right for you to do something for yourself. Kudos to you! I am proud of you that you will not be letting your fear of the ocean impact your decision to snorkel. Remember to relax...the rhythm of breathing comes with relaxing in the water. This weekend we are leaving for Maine. It will not be the same without you but I trust you will be laughing to yourself at various times over the next few days recounting our tales on the wild river and our "only in Maine" encounters. Enjoy your last few days and hurry home safely! Miss you lots!!!! |
| 13th August 2008 MOM | - From: The Dharma Initiative Hi...sending everything home that you bought is a great idea...I hate to think you are rolling up some of that stuff. Everone is right...The rain (or storms really) have been a daily routine..I wanted to tell you that my friend Gerald at work has been reading all of your blogs everyday and everyone keeps asking. Always have someone over my shoulder at work. You do write wonderful. Sometimes I want to cry and sometimes I want to laugh...See you soon...Love Mom I'm still trying to get over you spending $450 on clothes...I hope this is a new beginning.. |
| 13th August 2008 Lucille | New Wardrobe - From: Small Reflections in a Big World HI, You can wear them all home as to not worry about putting them in your backpack. Layers girl layers.... You deserve the clothes even though you are a saver. You will never get the chance to get them again. Rosie and I just met for drinks and we were discussing you and your blog. We are ready for a 3 week or so trek next summer. Let us know. Stay safe and enjoy and savor every last moment of this amazing adventure. See your real soon. Love Lucille |
| 12th August 2008 Mo(cousin) | Loving Silk - From: Small Reflections in a Big World I am sure you can find a post office and send the silk items to my house, I'll be happy to hold them for you! :) I just noticed I spelled throw wrong in my last blog, ugh! I hate that! Listen not to dampen your next summer plans but there are so many Habitats for Humanity in the States, don't you think you could spread all your generosity, caring and good will in the good ol' USA. I would really appreciate it. Now did you ever find out what was in thatpond........ |
| 12th August 2008 Camille&Karen | Hello from NY - From: Small Reflections in a Big World Hey you, we have been anxiously awaiting your next blog. I love your "deep thought" reflections..very powerful. Camille and I are in New York. We have been having an adventure of our own. Maybe not as exotic as Thailand but interesting none the less. The program here is amazing. Really, it has transformed the way I view myself as a teacher. You are coming next year! Camille and I have some news to share with you, but you will have to email me back to find out! Sorry I know this is mean but I miss you and want some one on one time. Seriously though, who are we kidding? You will probably already know what I am going to tell you. We miss you tons. Camille and Karen P.S. Didn't we talk about measurements before you left? Stacey and Clinton are going to be so impressed with your new fall wardrobe. |
| 12th August 2008 cousin steph | - From: The Dharma Initiative sounds like you are ready for your adventure to wind down! yay for toilets showeres and sheets-lol! :-) You should definitely keep blogging, maybe we can all help you plan the next trip we'd like to take vicariously through you! Safe travels , Love Steph |
| 12th August 2008 mike allen | First to comment - From: Small Reflections in a Big World I'm only writing really because I will be first to commenyt. I don't have much to say, to be honest. I did get servrd a meal by a movie star yesterday, so that's a worthy comment I think. As for the sea, it's a good job I'm not there because you would definitely be in by now! As for backpacking: you don't have to approach it in the constantly moving way you did on this trip. You can stay in one place for a long time, then move to another you know. See you back in sunny Medford! mike |
| 12th August 2008 Jeana | - From: Small Reflections in a Big World Okay - don't laugh but I think I might be interested in the trip to Africa! We'll have to have a serious discussion because I am 100% positive that I will be unable to sleep in some of the conditions that you have mentioned! Sounds interesting! Glad you're almost home - I'm sure you'll have much more to share. I agree with the blog for school! I think I might like to start one as well.....let others see it for themselves - since apparently we have it sooo easy!! Yeah right! |
| 12th August 2008 MOM | - From: The Dharma Initiative You spent $450 on clothes?? Wow...Please thank the chemist for me...and just maybe Paci...Almost time to come home...Love Mom |
| 12th August 2008 Nicole (sister) | Good night! - From: Small Reflections in a Big World Well I hope you have fallen asleep by now and are dreaming sweet dreams! And I pray that Nightmare on Elm Street scenario I just pictured didn't happen either. (note #6 on the blog) On thought #5 above, I find it completely humorous you consider Africa "not as far" but I do love the "not as long" part. A lot of civil war in Africa so keep that in mind - did you ever here of the Janjawee (spel?) or see the Last King of Scotland?? If not, we will watch that together - dictators are crazy. Anywho, back to my comment. I love that the #1 here is that Mother = Queen basically. I keep telling Jaclyn she can be a princess but her momma is the queen. :) #3 was a huge sigh of relief, keep referring to the chemists suggestions please. #4 was yet another sigh of relief on the karaoke. Everyone says we sound exactly alike (you poor girl) so thinking of my voice thru a microphone is just hilariously funny. Anyone that knows my voice I'm sure would agree - no further projection necessary, especially my laugh. I'm also deathly afraid of the water? Kristin, how did this happen to us, we had a pool growing up and I'm sure I can find a picture of you with your nose plug on! Quite the fashion statement. Which brings us to #2. I know this may be crazy but can you ship the items home to my house? Am I crazy to think FedEx? UPS? What about a second backpack? An actual suitcase? I'm happy you splurged though and it's more ambition for me to lose the last of the baby weight to maybe borrow some of this stuff. Although your frame is still smaller then mine. Ok, I think that is it. Blog again soon please and thank you! Love and miss you still! |
| 12th August 2008 jamian | - From: Small Reflections in a Big World Ok, some of these entries have not made me feel any better about the trip but....As I read about you custom designing your own clothes and for only $450 I began to realize that we are not that different after all!!! And if you still feel guilty think of this, 1. that is a great investment, people pay a lot more money for a lot less clothes and 2. I'm sure you just feed that family for a very long time. p.s. - a tip on how to get them home....wear them all with pride!!! |
| 12th August 2008 Shayna (Courtney's Sister) | glad to hear - From: Small Reflections in a Big World Glad to hear that you are all fully functioning!!! :-) |
| 12th August 2008 chagan | - From: Small Reflections in a Big World Hi Kristin, So nice to hear from you 2 times in one day. As you know Nicole has invited anyone who wants to come to her house when you come home. Wish I could be there, I know Theresa G. is always up for an adventure with me:) There's too much going on around here so I'm sorry I won't be able to go to Nicole's. You know my thoughts are with you. I just cannot wait until you are home again. Hope you can figure out a way to get those clothes home. I'm glad you bought some things for yourself. You sure deserve it after this adventure. Take care, be safe and God bless. Love ya, Carol |
| 12th August 2008 Jen | Interesting... - From: Small Reflections in a Big World I've been wondering where you've been! Glad you posted! I was starting to worry. I can't wait to see the stuff you designed! That sounds like a really cool concept! This might be dumb, but is there anyway you can ship the stuff home through the mail so you don't have to lug it? I'm VERY glad to hear that you will be shortening your trip next summer. I feel like you have been away for too long! |
| 12th August 2008 Melissa Garvey | Love the BLOGS! - From: Small Reflections in a Big World Hi Kristin, I've been reading your blogs everytime you send them and it is so awesome to read about all of your experiences! It has been a pleasure to vicariously live through you and all of your travel adventures! Have a safe trip home and I look forward to hearing more when I see you at the Brooks!! See you soon! Melissa |
| 12th August 2008 Jane | - From: Small Reflections in a Big World Hi Kristin. I love reading everything you write. The insightfulness and emotion is so powerful. I am learning about myself through you (if that makes sense). As for your trip to the Island Boutique don't feel guilty....ever!! (funny coming from me, huh) I can't wait to see your purchases. This may sound stupid....but....... is there a mail or shipping service there? You could maybe ship them home???? Just a thought. Well now for the countdown....1 week.....I can't wait till you are back in the Big Beantown!!!!! Travel safely and enjoy the moments!!!! Love ya. Jane |
| 12th August 2008 Auntie Ginger | - From: The Dharma Initiative Hey there Kris; so glad to finally see your blog. I was getting a bit nervous. I'm really glad that you and your friends are finally staying in a decent place and believe me that price is good. I wish my friend Rita was home as she was in Thailand not so long ago on business Maybe she could have had a suggestion on how to get your clothes home. I know that she also had some things made for her and they were beautiful. Don't be too concerned about the rain. As Maureen told you its raining everywhere. Maine N.H. Ma. and Cape Cod which is where I am as of now and until Oct. Can't wait to hear that your safely in the U.S.A. |
| 12th August 2008 Andrea G | - From: The Dharma Initiative Glad you are ok.... I got a little nervous when we didnt hear anything for a few days..... It must be rainy season here too I feel like the sun hasnt shined in 3 weeks..... Well enjoy the rest of your trip.... Cant wait to see you :) |
| 12th August 2008 Bonnie | Hi - From: The Dharma Initiative Hi Kristen, I can't tell you how much I have enjoyed this blog. You are such a great writer and photographer. I absolutely loved the graffiti. No matter where you go in the world, the message is always the same. I wrote it down, I loved it so much. Did you try the ice cream with corn? That is really an unusual combination. Enjoy every moment that you have left! Did you feel reading the New Earth has changed the way you approached this trip and the actual trip. Thanks for letting me share this journey with you. |
| 12th August 2008 MOM | - From: Short, Sweet and to the Point By the way...How is the internal plumbing coming along for all...Hope everyones blockages have past....A concerned Mom |
| 12th August 2008 MOM | - From: The Dharma Initiative So happy to hear about a flushing toilet that can handle toilet paper,clean sheets,hot showers and even a pool. $16 a night is more than worth it. Is that $16 for each girl? How is money holding up? From what I see and read it's pretty good. I laugh when I think about the sun and the feel of the sand. Glad to hear about the motorcycle ride that went bad. Hope you were able to do some snorkeling and scuba diving...You will be home soon..Love Mom |
| 12th August 2008 Nicole (sister) | I'v been waiting! - From: The Dharma Initiative Finally another blog! I've been waiting patiently. I love that I can log on though and see the last time you checked a comment, which has been every day so I know you are ok. It's sorta like Christmas for all of us also waiting for you to send a blog and see what you have written and discovered, where you are etc. So happy to hear a toilet with toilet paper flushing away is your current situation. Phew! Everything is great here. I am happy to say you'll be home NEXT WEEK! Ya! I was up at midnight letting Sligo out cause he was dry heaving (I think I should have my own blog to entertain people) and I wrote a list of things to discuss with you. 1. Do you need a ride home from Logan? 2. I mailed your check to the credit card like you asked. 3. I will call again today about that vaccine bill. 4. Have you pooped?? (sorry, but I'm concerned) 5. Ann was supposed to drop your dress off last week and I talked to her yesterday and none of the dresses, including hers, has come in. She's in panic mode for sure. Worst case, if the dresses are not in today, she's going to have you all just wear black dresses of your choice. So FYI on that. I could have sworn there was something else but I can't remember now. I must agree, you don't sound as chipper as you have in the past. You are almost here! And to anyone that would like to come to my house to see Kristin when she arrives, you are more then welcome! She flies in the morning of the 20th if all flights go as planned! :))) Love and Miss you -- xoxoxo -- Sister Cole signing off!!! p.s. Why is Paci President?? Hi Paci!! Hi Girls! |
| 12th August 2008 anonymous | - From: The Dharma Initiative HI, I thought the bathroom graffiti was your new t-shirt you made until a read the caption. so sorry about the rain but welcome to our world here all summer. I hope the weather gets better for you so you can go snorkeling, etc and not jsut drink and play cards. enjoy your company. Why don't you have President Paci stop the rain he brought with him. Enjoy this remaining time, you all will now have a special bond no one else will understand. Someday you may wish you were still there. enjoy your remaining time. I have thoroughly enjoyed following along withyou. Safe travels. See you real soon Love Lucille P.S. Awaiting your thoughts and plans for next summer. |
| 12th August 2008 Howell | Cousin Mo - From: The Dharma Initiative I would be more than happy to continue writing as the school year begins. I think it would be a very useful reflective tool. I may miss blogging, minus all the waiting and hassle of finding the internet. You never know, maybe there is a JK Rowling gene within our veins. I'll take a poll and see who wants to venture into the life of a third grade public school teacher with us. It may be a good idea so that teachers can finally get the respect they deserve. I'm off to give the moped another try. I can go straight , I just can't turn. And to think I saw a woman brest feeding her baby the other day while on one. Really makes me feel inadequate. |
| 12th August 2008 Howell | Nik - From: The Dharma Initiative I can't believe today is the day. I'm such a good packer too. I would have been an asset to your day. Actually, I believe I helped you move last time. I'll be thinking of you as I sharpen my pool playing skills. Can't wait to see your place. I'll be over all the time. I LOVE Salem. Miss you too!! |
| 12th August 2008 Eric B | Always good with an Eric - From: The Dharma Initiative Eric will take care of you. We always do. :) Erics know good times like building card houses, sand castles, and snorkeling. You look like you ladies are having a great time, and of course flying high from the photos. :) Kristin, Remember... The beach brings beach drinks. Have something tropical and kick back. East Coast Eric. |
| 12th August 2008 Maureen(cousin) | Count down on - From: The Dharma Initiative Kristin, If it will make you feel any better it is raining just about every day here also. You don't sound as chipper as you have in your past blogs, but then again the rain will do that to people. I can't believe you will be home in one week. As much as I will be so glad you are in your safe little house I will miss your blogs. Can you continue them while you teach? They are just so funny and I'm sure we will learn a lot from your teaching days with 3rd graders! There was an ad in our newspaper "Looking for Authors, send three chapters". I immediately thought of you, think about it! Of course I through the article out but I can find it. Stay safe! |
| 12th August 2008 Nicole (friend) | Miss You - From: The Dharma Initiative Hey Howell. I woke up at 6am this morning, and ran downstairs hoping you wrote today. It's D-Day, yup moving to Salem. I am so nervous, I can not wait for you to come home. I was feeling home sick last night and I was still at home. How are you doing out there? Did you move you know what yet? HOw are your malaria pills? WWR is this coming weekend. It won't be the same without K-HO. Glad you guys met up with paci, I love the pic of you all jumping. Maybe when you come sleep over I will make corn and ice cream for dessert. :) Talke care be safe. Nic |
| 12th August 2008 Howell | Sharon - From: Short, Sweet and to the Point Eric really enjoyed this comment. We are waiting until we get back to Bangkok, sort of our last good bye to the country. What will I do without you at lunch? I'm not sure my new lunch crew can handle this kind of talk. |
| 12th August 2008 Howell | Aili - From: Short, Sweet and to the Point Thank you for thinking of me. Yes, internet places are one thing I will not miss, but I may miss the excitement of looking for comments. It's like waking up in the morning and looking for presents. You just can't wait to see who left you what. |
| 12th August 2008 Howell | Eric B - From: Short, Sweet and to the Point Photos are slowly becoming my specialty. Are you keeping track of all the things we need to do when I get back? I've lost count. |
| 12th August 2008 Howell | Jen - From: Short, Sweet and to the Point You had a tarot reading without me? Where did you go? I want to know everything, and I KNOW you wrote it all down. Miss you! |
| 12th August 2008 Howell | Cheryl - From: Short, Sweet and to the Point How is little baby Bella doing? Are you spoiling her too much? What else have you been doing this summer? How are the kids? I knew you'd be happy for school to begin, seeing as you had September and October planned before summer started. Go team Brigida! |
| 12th August 2008 Howell | Nik - From: Short, Sweet and to the Point A fake bug? Yes, in a country where there are few hospitals and more homeless children then tourists, the locals spend time making fake bugs so Americans can take photos and send them back home. Brilliant idea! |
| 12th August 2008 Howell | Hagan - From: Three Weeks To Go I think you and Murph could have fun just about any old place, even if you are only on three legs instead of four. |
| 12th August 2008 Howell | Patty - From: Trials and Tribulations I was the only one to actually get on the ground in front of the bus, on and off camera. Did I make you proud? PS I blame you for the ocean fears. I was too young to watch Jaws. |
| 12th August 2008 Howell | Nicole - From: Short, Sweet and to the Point No phones on the island, so I won't be making any more unexpected phone calls. Sorry! The next call will be from Logan on Wed 8/20, begging you for a ride home. |
| 12th August 2008 Howell | Karen "White" Bonanno - From: Short, Sweet and to the Point I would have been jealous of that little message you sent me, but now for a chance you can be MY in. I want copies of ALL notes at your week long event with Lucy. She's coming to Boston. Should I go? I want to know everything. |
| 12th August 2008 Howell | Murph - From: Short, Sweet and to the Point So, reruns of I Love Lucy? WOW! When are you freed from your cast? |
| 12th August 2008 Howell | Auntie Ginger - From: Trials and Tribulations Artichokes, you promise? Where did UB disappear to? |
| 12th August 2008 Howell | Eric P - From: Short, Sweet and to the Point Okay, lesson learned on the motorcycle. I REALLY thought I was going to end up inside the 7/11. What mess that would have been! |
| 12th August 2008 Howell | Shayna - From: Short, Sweet and to the Point Did Courtney even bring a camera? |
| 12th August 2008 Howell | Lucille - From: Short, Sweet and to the Point Next summer is on, however, different altogether. I'll keep you posted on the plans. |
| 12th August 2008 Howell | Nik - From: Short, Sweet and to the Point Are you in ? Are you moved yet? Where do I sleep? |
| 12th August 2008 Howell | Nicole - From: Short, Sweet and to the Point Less then 11 days to go now. Next week at this time we will be packing our belongings. |
| 12th August 2008 Howell | Ann Marie and Family - From: Short, Sweet and to the Point It's about time I heard from you. I was starting to think you didn't get the link. Glad you've enjoyed the journey. See you soon! |
| 11th August 2008 Howell | Karen (Mary's sis) - From: Short, Sweet and to the Point Hello Karen! The sounds of a clean bathroom gives me the chills, as does a clean bed and a soft pillow. The comforts of home are calling my name. |
| 11th August 2008 Howell | Babs - From: Short, Sweet and to the Point Babs, what a surprise! Welcome to the blog. How has your summer been? Have you been behaving? Probably not, but that's okay. We'll have to catch a drink when I get back before school starts. |
| 11th August 2008 Babs | Howell - From: Short, Sweet and to the Point Kristin, Your blogs have been great!!! Sounds like you having quite the adventure over there. Enjoy the islands and be safe. Till next time! Babs |
| 11th August 2008 Karen (marys sister) | there is no place like home... - From: Short, Sweet and to the Point WOW your stories get more and more interesting by the minute!! what I wouldnt do to give you a hot shower, and clean bathroom this moment!! i also think you will like the islands you all need a little R&R!! stay safe and keep blogging! I wish I was your student this year to absorb everything you have to offer these kids, how luck they will be!! my best, Karen |
| 10th August 2008 Ann Marie Cugno | Thanks! - From: Short, Sweet and to the Point You are all amazing! You have not only educated yourselves but you have given us an opportunity to share a little bit in your experiences. When I read your blog I've shared your stories and pictures with my family, especially my kids. I try to learn and explain to them how other people around the world live. You have in a way made it more realistic. I can not wait till you come home, and we (you, Breanna and myself) sit down and I could hear first hand about your experiences. Take care and be safe! Also, Breanna had her beautiful baby girl! Hope to see you soon!!!!! Ann Marie, Michael and the boys! |
| 9th August 2008 Nicole (sister) | Comments read.. - From: Short, Sweet and to the Point Yup, I'm reading all the comments and can't beleive one of my blogs made someone cry?? At last, I've gotten my point across! haa! This has been very hard for me to sit here worrying yet exhilerating all the same thanks to the blog. Eleven days to go and counting...... |
| 9th August 2008 Nicole (friend) | Morning! - From: Short, Sweet and to the Point Morning K-HO. It's 6:30 on Sat. Morning. I am up getting ready to head up to Vermont to a wedding with PJ. It's a wedding that I wasn't really invited too. Thought you might chuckle at that. Yeah PJ got invited alone, then tries to tell me they messed up. Cpme on now what bride messes up the invite. NONE! OH well. Miss you. I move in 4 days....I am getting very nervous. Hope you are having a great bus ride. I feel like you guys have spent a good magority of this on a bus. LOL. Miss ya |
| 9th August 2008 Howell | NJ Jane - From: Trials and Tribulations No way can I accept those nicknames. Really, I sound better on paper then in person. Paper makes it sound so grand, when in realy life, I just barely make it through. Thank you though!! |
| 9th August 2008 Howell | Madison's Mom - From: Short, Sweet and to the Point Hi Marie! Thanks for the comment, although now my sister will read it and agree that I can never travel again...ever. I'm afraid to say, I'm the one in the family that everyone is scared to hear what I have planned next. Hope you have been enjoying your summer! Tell Madison I said hello. |
| 9th August 2008 Howell | Mary - From: Short, Sweet and to the Point What, another Beverly visit? Do I need to call you? Send me a message or an e-mail. I'm dying for some major details on this one. |
| 8th August 2008 Maureen | Bug - From: Short, Sweet and to the Point Hi Kristin Was that a dinner plate or a child's plate that the bug was being served up on. If that's someone's idea of a meal, how can we be repulsed--we eat lobsters. I think this trip far outweighs any trip to the Eiffle tower or London Bridge, don't you? Take care |
| 8th August 2008 anonymous | - From: Short, Sweet and to the Point Hi, clicked before I finished. Where are we going next summer? I'd be willing to meet whoever or start but not go for as long...maybe 3 weeks......... or so. Start thinking if not already doing it. Stay safe, enjoy, Love Lucille |
| 8th August 2008 Lucille | Enjoy - From: Short, Sweet and to the Point Hi, Your travels and experiences have only enhanced your outlook of the world as well as allowed you to continue to be an educator to all of us as well as your students. A worthwhile experience you willhave forever.. including good and bad parts which are always anywhere you are/go. Have enjoy the blog and photos. thinkin gof you. enjoy the ned rest and the islands. I'm s ure relaxing and a visit with the President will make it even better. |
| 8th August 2008 Shayna (Courtney's Sister) | Hello - From: Short, Sweet and to the Point Hello Group! These pictures are amazing. Court, I hope you have been taking tons of them! Can't wait to see you in a couple of weeks ~ miss you! |
| 8th August 2008 ontheroadEandS | Motorcycles - From: Short, Sweet and to the Point Steph and I couldn't get one in Indonesia and I doubt I will in Thailand. That whole driving on the wrong side of the road thing scares me. Killing myself is one thing, taking someone with me is another. |
| 8th August 2008 jane | - From: Short, Sweet and to the Point Kristin...How beautiful the art work is. The parasol's are absolutly beautiful. Enjoy the islands and the experience. You are sooooo missed back here. PS Is that bug a real meal???? Love Ya, Jane |
| 8th August 2008 Mary | 6 weeks is way to long ... - From: Short, Sweet and to the Point for you to be gone! I have some interesting stories...some that may even shock you (and I am not even being dramatic!) What I wouldn't give right now to have you back in Mass with a stop at B&N and a starbucks! I'll give you a little clue...I had to drive up to see Beverly at Pyramid in Salem! Not moved in yet...aug 28th...and it can't come fast enough. Miss you like crazy...wish you were here...drink lots of water...going rafting soon and won't be the same without you. Come home soon!!! (but still safe where you are traveling!) Hopefully once you see the islands you will know why I love the Carribean and you MAY even want to take a trip with me somewhere tropical...though I won't hold my breath. 13 days and counting! xoxo |
| 8th August 2008 Madison's mom | had to put my 2 cents in - From: Short, Sweet and to the Point Hi Kristin (Madison fom Paci's class), I have been here from the first couple days. I have to say your sister has made me cry..how could you leaveher I've really been hanging on every word from every one of you I look first thing every morning to see who has updated and look forward to reading every word. You and Christina have been the most reliableI'm so glad to have spent this summer living vicariously through all of you. Thank you. Marie |
| 8th August 2008 Jane | - From: Trials and Tribulations Well Kristin I can't believe this adventure of yours. God bless you. They say what doesn't kill you makes you stronger....so what are you now....Superman+Superwoman+The Incrediable Hulk I think I will call you the Su Su In Hu from now on!!!! You go girl and stay safe!!!!! Keep those super powers of yours in tact. Keep those Blogs coming. I miss you. Love ya. Jane |
| 8th August 2008 Andrea G | Heyyy - From: Short, Sweet and to the Point So if you ate that bug I think I would have puked...... I have your sweatshirt on that you left at my house 3 years ago...Thanks its comfy You must be excited for the last week of your trip to be able to relax... Get some sun for me there hasnt been much of it here.... I sent you an email the other day and I sent it to Cop by accident haha..... Alright stay safe Miss Ya..... Love Andrea |
| 7th August 2008 auntie ginger | - From: Trials and Tribulations Hey there; I'm so glad your trip is almost over. I really enjoyed reading your blog but I still can't see how you and your friends can stand it. Really looking forward to your homecoming. So you really can't wait for school to begin? then you must be homesick. I won't be here when you get back as I will be down the Cape. As soon as I get home I promise to make you some Artichokes. Take care and stay safe. |
| 7th August 2008 Marie | mystery writer - From: Short, Sweet and to the Point Kristen, You know it can't be me since I havn't been able to get off my recliner for the last month. Feeling sorry for myself, you bet I am. Miss talking to you about baseball. Marie |
| 7th August 2008 karen | Here comes the sun! - From: Short, Sweet and to the Point I'm glad to hear your spirits have lightened. BTW I love your metephor of being caught on a barbed wire.. I'll be sure to keep it in mind as I am writing with Lucy this weekend. Next time you see me I will be an Ivy League graduate. As hard as it may be try not to think about school. There is plenty of time to organize your classroom and plan for the year ahead. Be thankful that at least you have a classroom to set up, as I will have only a sad rolling cart to decorate. I am looking forward to hearing tales from the islands. Watch out for fins in the water! |
| 7th August 2008 Nicole (sister) | Chin and spirits up! - From: Short, Sweet and to the Point Hey you! I was panicked leaving the house today in case I missed your call. But realizing you have called only one time in 4+ weeks I wasn't staying home either. ha! Glad you are in a better frame of mind and you will be home in less then 2 weeks now. Loved this blog and the latest pictures. And just remember who has responded to every last blog with a paragraph. :) Rob thanks you for the birthday wishes although the sound of you not becoming a Buddhist is what really had him shaking his head in the yes position. Thank you for thinking of him and your kind words, I think he blushed...a little. He was eating Doritos so we are well stocked and we got Dino's at BJ's yesterday. You are all set. Any other requests??? I don't think I want the aftermath of your first American foods in my house though. haa! And to answer your other blog q's -- Jaclyn sang the whole alphabet in the car ride earlier - counting to 12 when climbing steps and colors are somewhat successful - she knows my toenails are pink!?!? Ok, miss and love you - keep the blogs coming!! |
| 7th August 2008 MOM | - From: Trials and Tribulations Hello.Kristin ..I forgot to tell you how much I enjoyed you laying down in front of the bus in a foreign country or any country for that matter...Hope none of your back-packing friends decided to do the same thing when the cameras were off.......That is every mothers dream....Love You....continuing for all... Hail Mary full of Grace etc. |
| 7th August 2008 carol | - From: Three Weeks To Go Kristin, What are you crazy?? Thinking I may want to go to Peru or Gualtema!! Don't you remember what it took for me to fly to Boston? If you wanted to go on a normal vacation maybe then I would think about it, Murph is doing OK. She goes back to the drs. on 8/18. Of course, she is totally bored. I go up once a week or so to sit with her. Went up yesterday and we watched reruns of "I Love Lucy". Laughed our you know whats off. Be safe and careful. God Bless! Love ya, Carol |
| 7th August 2008 Nicole (friend) | Please tell me it's fake! - From: Short, Sweet and to the Point Kristin, Is that bug real? Do you see those flying around? Oh my god, I don't know how you are able to handle this! I am shocked by that....so I missed you the other day at Coldplay. It was a good show and we thought about you and talked about u. I am going to the Pat's pre-season game tonight with my dad and cousins, and it is supposed to severely storm and rain. You are not missing any good weahter here. It has been horrible. Miss you lots Move in 5 days! Be safe. Nic |
| 7th August 2008 Cheryl | - From: Short, Sweet and to the Point I love reading your blogs. You continue to make me laugh!!!! Believe it or not, but I am looking forward to getting back to the classroom as well. I've been home most of the summer with teenagers so I'm sure you know what I mean. My new addition (13 week old golden) has been quite the challenge. She now goes to training and she is not the problem. It is her owners!! Bob and I try to be stern, but she's so cute it is hard to not laugh at her. Can't wait for you to see her again. On a different note I got contacts for the first time and I needed them so I wouldn't have to wear glasses for my upcoming vacation to Bermuda and for our family picture. But as you can guess I had lots of trouble getting one of them out last night. It was either to the emergency ward or to continue to try with the help of a neighbor. Needless to say I won't be able to use them for my family picture or vacation since my eye is a mess. I scratched it badly and I look horrible!!!! Miss you so much!!! Love, Cheryl |
| 7th August 2008 Jen | Hey hey - From: Short, Sweet and to the Point Can't say that I'm rushing towards school as enthusiastically as you...wouldn't mind if summer lasted a few extra weeks....BUT I know once I get back in the swing of things, I will share your excitement. Went to Salem the other day and had our Tarot done...wished you were there with us. Said I should write a book...interesting, huh? Thanks for the anniversary wishes. We just went for dinner...we figured the cruise was enough of a celebration! ;) I love your pictures (minus the grossly enormous bug). I'm noticing that you are trying to be more of a creative photographer. I looked up some info of classes and stuff, so we can talk about it when you get back. Only a few more weeks! |
| 7th August 2008 Eric B | Clik clik - From: Short, Sweet and to the Point Your photo skills are better and better. Remember to look at your backgrounds as well as what you are shooting. Your doing an amazing job. So.. what does an Elephant smell like? Oh and can you get me 8 umbrellas? You can just carry them for the next 2 weeks, right? :) (KIDDING!) - Eric |
| 7th August 2008 Aili | - From: Short, Sweet and to the Point I'm thoroughly enthralled by your travels and blogs! I just haven't left comments because I know your time at internet cafes is precious. Keep them coming! I'm so impressed and envious of all your travels - even when they are not glamorous. |
| 7th August 2008 sharon | What about ping pong?? - From: Short, Sweet and to the Point I've been waiting and waiting, have you learned how to play it yet? That was the class you were supposed to teach for us when we got back to school.... I already bought ping pongs, darts, balloons, and a really nice pen!!!! love and miss you! Sharon |
| 7th August 2008 ontheroadEandS | Homesick!?!?!? - From: Short, Sweet and to the Point It will only last a day or 2. Remember.... Eat all the foods you've loved, you'll crave them once you can no longer have them. Take in all the smells, they are the things that can NEVER be duplicated. Breathe the people, when you get home no one will understand where you've been, who you've met and what your eyes have seen much less be interested in all the little details of your life in the way that the thai people are. They make you feel really interesting. (not that you're boring, but you know what i mean. To them you're an anomilie(sp)) And most of all... I'll be there soon and everything will be ok. BTW, am I meeting up with you guys? Where are you headed? I have no guide book, instructions would be helpful. I'm sure I'll manage but really, help a president out! At least tell me the name of the island! |
| 7th August 2008 Howell | ?? - From: Short, Sweet and to the Point Mystery person, I have no idea who you are. Enjoy NYC. I probably miss you too, but seeing as I don't know who you are I'm not so sure. |
| 7th August 2008 Kristin | I miss you - From: Short, Sweet and to the Point Hello K-Ho I just read both blogs, I am glad I got this one after I read the one for yesterday. Hang in there, you are almost done. You will look about at this in 30 yrs and think, what a great trip. And think of all of the information you will have for your students. I miss you, have safe travels! I am off to NYC for the weekend, nothing compared to SEA. |
| 7th August 2008 Howell | Nicole (sister) - From: Trials and Tribulations How is Jaclyn doing on the alphabet? Colors? Numbers? Does she still recognize me in pictures? |
| 7th August 2008 Howell | Cousin Maureen - From: Trials and Tribulations I know, but the ups and downs are what make the journey. Love it or hate it. Thanks for being here though. Mwah! |
| 7th August 2008 Howell | Mrs B - From: Trials and Tribulations The rockies, my throat is constricting just thinking about it. |
| 7th August 2008 Howell | Carol H - From: Trials and Tribulations Hey, what's the word on Murph? Will Tiny Tim walk again or what? |
| 7th August 2008 Howell | Slide 131 - From: Trials and Tribulations Thanks Mary, my most compassionate nursing friend. Can't wait to sit down in our B&N chairs talking about life and the future. |
| 7th August 2008 Howell | Karen - From: Trials and Tribulations When can we go back to school shopping? You better not be in MV when I get back. |
| 7th August 2008 Howell | Carol H - From: Trials and Tribulations I'm thinking Peru or Guatemala for next summer. Interested? |
| 7th August 2008 Howell | Debbie - From: Trials and Tribulations Rain and clouds! That stinks. Hope is turns around soon. Don't you worry, we are heading off to the islands and hopefully there will be some waterfall I can dive into and then the fun will really begin. Hope all is well with you. See you VERY soon. |
| 7th August 2008 Howell | Nik - From: Trials and Tribulations Thanks for your words of encouragment. I'll let you know when I've been successful. All moved in? |
| 7th August 2008 Howell | Camille - From: Trials and Tribulations Can you stop! I just looked at your little website. You make every other person seem like such a failure. 4 children, full time career, scrapbooking, writing books and now you are making websites. I wish I had your energy. |
| 7th August 2008 Howell | Steph - From: Trials and Tribulations OR I could continue to teach and have two months off to decide where I want to travel to next. Thanks for the suggestion. Maybe after retirement. |
| 7th August 2008 Howell | CANDICE - From: Water For Elephants You know, I thought the same, but that elephant was way scarier than the bridge. Hard to believe. I saw Scooby Doo in thai yeterday and thought of you. Not sure why, just thought you would have enjoyed trying to make out what was going on. |
| 7th August 2008 ontheroadEandS | Dreams.... - From: The Man on the Bike It is amazing. If you had your students write down their hopes and dreams you will find a few who say things like healthy family, nice house, ets. And then there are the masses that will simply list off playstation games and the like. That is why you had to go on this trip. Now you can REALLY explain to them what it is all about. Not a one of them has ever worked a single day in their life. And in Medford, hunger and poverty don't exist in quite the same vain as in the rest of the world. We have homeless shelters and food pantries and welfare. Our poor live better than most people in Vietnam, Indonesia, and Cambodia. Crazy... and people at home sit in their comfy houses in AC afraid of the third world having no REAL understanding of any of it. Pompous once again, but would you argue now that you've seen it first hand? I wonder if Americans are afraid for their personal safety (nice job George W., you convinced most of them) or afraid of seeing how bad other people really have it. Leaves you feeling guilty when you do. ... |
| 7th August 2008 Candice | Heights - From: Water For Elephants Holy crap Kris. The pictures of the sky bridge made my stomach turn. I can't imagine going over something like that so high up. I'll stick to the wood bridge in the pit at BK. The baby elephant picture is too cute! I want one. If only he'd stay little. I've always wanted to take photography class. I had to drop it at URI because I was too afraid of the dark room. I might be ready to try again though. |
| 6th August 2008 cousin Steph | - From: Trials and Tribulations Your'e amazing Kris! Although I bet when you get back, you'll never want to see another bus again!!!! Have you considered writing for National Geographic? Seriously, then you can travel, AND get paid for it!!! |
| 6th August 2008 Camille Fargo | Kristin Fargo - From: Trials and Tribulations I think that has a very nice ring to it. You know I would adopt you in a second, and I have 3 fine boys to marry off (if you can wait). ;P See you soon! L, Mama |
| 6th August 2008 Nicole (friend not sister) :) | sorry it's been a couple of days - From: Trials and Tribulations Hey Howell! Miss you lots. Goodness I can not imagine. I hope your next few weeks go well, and that things get moving inside out! HA HA |
| 6th August 2008 Debbie | You Poor Thing!!!! - From: Trials and Tribulations If it makes you feel better we have had nothing but RAIN for the past 2-3 weeks.....no tan....no beach.... Please have some real FUN on your last weeks! Be Careful!!! Love to you all. Debbie |
| 6th August 2008 MOM | - From: The Man on the Bike Hello...Kristin...why does that net have to come home with you?? Are you lending it to someone??Don't think that back-pack is coming in the house either. Are you planning more trips with the net as a bed???...Dear Lord Kris...haven't you girls had enough....Please stay somewhere where the toilet isn't in the ground>>>Love Mom |
| 6th August 2008 Carol | - From: Trials and Tribulations Hi Kristin, Nice to hear from you. That picture of you laying in the street is so sad. Why don't you come home now? Glad to see you realized 6 weeks is too long. Worried about the 3-4weeks next year. I'm afraid to hear where that will be. I am counting the days until you are back home in MA (wish it was NJ) Sorry Nicole:( I've never wanted the summer to go by quickly, but your trip has certainly changed that. Stay safe and be careful. Love you, Carol |
| 6th August 2008 karen | MH2 - From: Trials and Tribulations Awww...Kristin. I feel your pain, I really do. I can imagine that feeling; heart in throat, sweaty palms, the thought of loved ones left behind. Now that it's over you can add it to your growing list of : "Things I'm glad I did, but never want to do again". I am counting down the days until your back. Come on, I know you can't resist the fresh smell of cleaned floors. Imagine all those desks newly waxed and the bulletin boards just waiting to be decorated. I get all gitty just thinking about it. I miss you. Be safe and stay at sea level! Enjoy your last few weeks! |
| 6th August 2008 Mary | If kristin won't come to the mountain, the mountain will come to Kristin! - From: Trials and Tribulations Chances are you were feeling even worse because you are chronically dehydrated. I urge you to drink as much water as possible...after reviewing your email and the "symptoms" and what you've written here my "medical" opinion is to get in more water! Hang in there kris. I have a feeling you will love the islands. Can't wait till you get home. Safe travels to all of you. p.s. That snail looks about as big as a baseball...that would have made me throw up!!! |
| 6th August 2008 Maureen | Mountain climber - From: Trials and Tribulations Having crossed the Rockies a few times, I feel for you--it's always best to have an empty stomach. That snail could have been an entire meal, yum! |
| 6th August 2008 Maureen(cousin) | I feel nauceous! - From: Trials and Tribulations I'm sick just thinking of you being there. This journey you are on is making me crazy, I hate it but love it. I look forward to these blogs and when I don't receive one everyday I get nervous. Honestly, it takes a lot for me to even think that you are experiencing some horrible conditions there and it does not make me happy at all. I know you WANT to be there but say the word and I do believe your whole family will board a plane and get you out!!! Say the word, come on say it!!!!! HAIL MARY AND OUR FATHER ARE STILL WITH YOU! |
| 6th August 2008 Nicole (sister) | Something in common??? - From: Trials and Tribulations Do we actually have something in common? Rob and I did the Road to Hana on our Hawaii Honeymoon and it's a van ride up the side of a mountain, peering over a cliff, so close to the edge of falling to your doom. And yup, people were pulled over to the side of the road vomitting with dizziness and everything else you can think of. It was not pretty but we both survived and I was not one of the sick ones. Although I felt like my head was going around and around in mountain circles for a day or two. ICK! I must say, if you didn't call, this email would have me very concerned. And about your call, THANK YOU!!! Hearing your voice, well, from my bawling the "ugly cry", I think you know how I feel. I am so happy to know you are homesick and not moving to SEA any time soon. Two weeks from today hunny and you'll be here. :)))) (I told you six weeks was too long.) You sound wonderful but I can hear in your voice how ready you are to come home. We will be waiting with open arms for you......once you shower...... and debug. I'm happy that you left the bathroom situation the way you did in the blog. Cause what you described on the phone will give me nightmares for weeks to come! We miss you very much and feel free to call asap again. Thank God I answered and didn't think that weird 20 digit # wasn't someone selling something. Thank God I was home, OMG, I may not leave now thinking I could possibly miss your call. Love you very much!!!! xoxoxoxoxoxoxox P.S. I would take a photography class possibly cause my pictures don't do my cakes justice and I keep saying.."if I knew how to use a "bleeping" camera!!" ha! |
| 6th August 2008 Howell | Mike A - From: Trials and Tribulations What fins? Oh, I don't like this already. I'm not an island girl. I thought I was more of a rugged mountain girl, but I guess that is out too. Does this mean I'm a city girl? Geez, never saw that one coming. |
| 6th August 2008 Howell | Emily R - From: Water For Elephants Hey Em! Sorry about your news. Hope you mom is back now. I went to the dentist before I left. No cavities! I saw the picture of you and your sisters, too cute. I tried the cotton candy fluroide-- YUCK! I knew I should have stuck with my regular marshmellow. Bad news though, they are kicking me out of the office. They told me I'm old enough to find an adult dentist. I may be able to sneak in one more visit. Let me know when you are going. Tell Mary , or any one else from class, I said hello. |
| 6th August 2008 mike allen | Tribulations - From: Trials and Tribulations You poor thing! Donīt hate the mountains, hate the van. Nothing worse than that travel sickness feeling - but think positive, at least the van driver stopped for you! So youīre heading to the islands next. Iīm sure youīll have a great time there. When do you guys return home? What about Paci? Iīm starting my last week in Brazil now. Feeling a little tender today after a bit of a night out last night. Flying to Rio later. Enjoy the lovely fish - but watch out for those grey dorsal fins! mike |
| 6th August 2008 Howell | Aili - From: Water For Elephants Thanks for the message! There is always next summer, not for 6 wks though. I'd go some place for 3 or 4. Would love to go to Peru! |
| 6th August 2008 Howell | Billie - From: Water For Elephants Thanks for the message. You are too sweet. Have not really given any thought about arrangements for KC's wedding. I'll call you as soon as I get home. I'm assuming I'm sleeping over at least one night. I'll check in with Dave and Andrea. |
| 6th August 2008 Howell | Sarah Bloom - From: Water For Elephants No worries, you haven't lost me yet. Miss you! |
| 6th August 2008 Howell | Karen - From: Water For Elephants Please, don't go buying some big fancy camera just yet. Lets look into the classes and go from there. Miss you! |
| 6th August 2008 Howell | Mike A - From: The Man on the Bike Amazon hasn't eaten you up yet? Yup, 3rd grade for me...possibly right underneath you. The 3rd and 5th science curr is similar, so you haven't gotten rid of me just yet. I'm a 4th floor resident at heart. |
| 6th August 2008 Howell | Mary - From: The Man on the Bike I was listening ot my iPoa yesterday at 10AM my time, so 11PM your time. Coldplay was on. It kinda made me said b/c I knew I'd be with you and Nik and Alyssa. I want to see them. I really want to go to more concerts when I get home. Oh, and you need to get the Feist CD. I think you'd really enjoy it. Love you! |
| 6th August 2008 Howell | Camille - From: The Man on the Bike What? A Fargo in my grasp? I LOVE it, but be warned, I already have a strong thing going with you Fargos so I may end up Kristin Fargo when all is said and done. You've been warned. |
| 6th August 2008 Howell | Katie - From: The Man on the Bike Hey Katie! Hope you have been enjoying your summer. Get ready ofr some walks, because we'll have plenty to talk about. AND do your classroom now...I'll need help moving mine. |
| 6th August 2008 Howell | Nicole - From: Water For Elephants Yup, I also think Gram should not be told about me possibly becoming a Buddhist. Not yet anyways. Let her focus on the Sox, then we can break it to her. |
| 6th August 2008 Howell | Nicole - From: Water For Elephants Yup, I also think Gram should not be told about me possibly becoming a Buddhist. Not yet anyways. Let her focus on the Sox, then we can break it to her. |
| 6th August 2008 Howell | Patty - From: The Man on the Bike Oh, you kill me. In fact, we were all admiring how LARGE our bellies have gotten. We were def losing weight in Cambodia, but now that we are back in Bangkok, eating out three times a day, well, you can only imagine. My bug net needs ot come home, sorry. I'll leave it outside though. |
| 6th August 2008 Howell | Jen - From: The Man on the Bike Hello! Yes, I got your message. I KNEW you'd be up for classes. I just knew it. Always looking for something new. Miss you tons. Can't wait ot hang out again. 6 weeks IS too long....3-4 next summer. |
| 6th August 2008 Jen | Don't think it worked... - From: The Man on the Bike I sent you a private message but I don't know if it worked...among other things, I said that I would be up for a photography, painting and/or piano/guitar class. I will look into some options. Sounds like we might be able to get a good group to attend! |
| 5th August 2008 Mom | - From: The Man on the Bike Hello Kristin Van Gogh...I was wondering if any of you have thought of coming home sooner??? Just a question. Have any of you eaten any real food?? There has to be alot of weight loss there...make sure you all leave your nets in South East Asia Just a curious Mom...Love |
| 5th August 2008 Eric B | Pictures - From: Water For Elephants I am so glad that you posted the photos. I imagined the train so much more stylized elegant. Didnt think it would be a baby blue with metal railings. I would have gone nuts on that train. Your all looking great, but I bet your very tired. You hide it well. Be good. Eric |
| 5th August 2008 Nicole (sister) | Classes.... - From: Water For Elephants Hey hunny......Miss you so much and am counting down the days until you get home. These pictures are incredible and your interpretation of everything through the blog has really had everyone glued to their computers this summer! It's the best summer read - we should have put it on Oprah's Favorite Things show!!! Jaclyn ran to the computer to see Auuuuuuntie and an "ehaphant" or so that's how it sounds. I finally got Rob to sit and read a page and let me tell you, he sat in amazement of the pictures and read quietly while I changed J's diaper and got her into her jammies. Then he hit the sentence and read out loud "talking about the Buddhist religion (which I am seriously interested in)." He got up shaking his head! Haaa! Good thing he hasn't read any other blogs - he's not into summer reads. haaa! ssshhhhhh!!! Ok, keep us posted and am so happy we are on 8/5 and you'll be home in 2 weeks. AMEN! God bless, be safe and you girls watch out for each other. All our Branley love!! :))) |
| 5th August 2008 Nicole (sister) | GOOD! - From: The Man on the Bike I see your love of eating absolute junk food has not been lost on this trip! Good, that means this trip has not completely changed you!! :) Miss and love you!! |
| 5th August 2008 Katie | Hey - From: The Man on the Bike Hey Kristin, I've been away for a couple of days so it was nice to come back and hear the stories of your trip. Sounds like your having a great time. Miss ya can't wait to see you and talk about your stories in person. |
| 4th August 2008 Camille Fargo | yahooooooooo! - From: The Man on the Bike You go girl!! Get ready for a Mr. Jack Fargo if you'll be teaching third grade! I want him to have the luck of the Kristin Howell experience, because anyone would be very fortunate to have you as their teacher. :) Miss you, Camille |
| 4th August 2008 Camille Fargo | I'm always up for a class!! - From: Water For Elephants I want to take a photography class and I want to learn how to play guitar. I also want to learn sign language!! I am glad you are having fun! Take it easy!! :) Camille |
| 4th August 2008 Mary | - From: The Man on the Bike As your sitting there remembering the man who could only pedal with one foot I am sitting here thinking maybe you could have got me a bike lesson for free? Still miss you lots. Nicole, Alyssa and I are heading to Coldplay tonight. We'll have a drink in your honor. Wish you could be here with us but your on a much bigger, better and BADDER journey then we are. Be safe and hurry home (2 weeks to go and I am counting down!!!) |
| 4th August 2008 Mary | ...and the journey continues - From: Water For Elephants You truly inspire me Kristin! I can't wait for you to come home but it seems you are getting everything out of this adventure that you should be. And just as an aside what do you think the chances would be of having me try on one of those necklaces and it not coming off??? I say its a very HIGH possibility! Miss you lots. safe travels to your next destination to you and the girls! |
| 4th August 2008 mike allen | 3rd grade - From: The Man on the Bike Hi. Just saying hello - Iīm back in civilization! 3rd grade eh? Got any other rumors? Glad weīre all having fun. See you soon, mike |
| 4th August 2008 MOM | - From: Water For Elephants I CAN IMAGINE EVERYONE IS EXHAUSTED. VERY TIRING GOING FROM PLACE TO PLACE WITH A BACK-PACK ON YOUR BACK..ARE YOU JUST EATING CANDY?? ARE YOU ENJOYING ANY OF THE FOOD THERE?? |
| 4th August 2008 karen | eat, pray, love - From: Water For Elephants Kristin, I am amazed by all the things you have seen and done. I am continuallly impressed by your courage (there is no way in hell I would have gotten on that zip line in the middle of the Thai jungle- did they have a certification?) I am happy that you have found a creative outlet (should third graders next year plan on making their own Batik paintings?). Funny you should mention photography because I have been looking up classes online after a beautiful sunset made me feel I had a "calling"(I'm in if you want to take a class). Anyway, I am so glad to hear all is well. Rest up, enjoy the rest of your trip and I can't wait to see you when you get home. |
| 4th August 2008 Lucille | Art - From: Water For Elephants Hi, well your day of art class sounds quiet interesting and probably also just the break you needed from your travels. I bet it refreshed you and now you are allready for the nxt round of travels. why did you go on the raft????? you've tried everything else. Feeding the elephants is an art too you know. Continuing to follow along with you and thinking of you. Continue to have fun and stay safe. GREat memories and learning experiences are happening every day now...keep up the good work. Teachers are the best learners and educators as you are. If your rumor is true at least youg et tostay at the Brooks. If you are in grade 3 you will be on my floor and I willget to see you more then. Enjoy and thanks for sharing your photos and memoirs. time to write a book before allthose other classed , don't you think. Love Lucille |
| 4th August 2008 Jen | - From: Water For Elephants Love the pics! The baby elephant is adorable! I have to ask...are you all really that talented, or were you outlining an already drawn picture? |
| 4th August 2008 Sarah | I miss you! - From: Water For Elephants Thai K-Ho, I hope that you are doing well. That blog made me a little worried. I hope that you are feeling better. The picture is beautiful and sounds like a lot of fun. Enjoy the rest of your vacation! I miss you. Mary and I were on the phone fore over a hour last week, we both cant wait for your return! |
| 4th August 2008 Howell | Lori - From: 15 Hours Worth of Random Thoughts While Riding on a Train Pictures, check! See what I can do. I may need to wait until I'm back in Bangkok cause the service there is way better. |
| 4th August 2008 Howell | Miss Liu - From: Smiles Are Universal WOW! I'm so so so excited you are here. How did you find me? Now, no grading my little entries as I'm already reviewing and editing for the majority of the time. |
| 4th August 2008 Howell | Karen - From: 15 Hours Worth of Random Thoughts While Riding on a Train I thought I'd LOVE riding the elephant. I felt terrible and your little comment did not help. I could not believe how scared I was. I thought for sure I would want to become an elephant trainer in my spare time, but no way. |
| 4th August 2008 Howell | Andrea G - From: Breakfast With The President The net hangs, so it doesn't touch your body at all. Christina was just panicing. Been to the beach lately? What's been going on? Fill me in on things |
| 2nd August 2008 Bonnie | Amazing - From: 15 Hours Worth of Random Thoughts While Riding on a Train You are all truly amazing!!! I am enjoying the blog and the details and sights of your adventure. I am sure you have experienced such growth during this trip. Stay safe!!! I am sure you will truly enjoy and look at differently a clean bed, hot, long shower, no bugs and/or mice when you sleep, and all the small comforts we take for granted. Have a great rest of the the trip! |
| 2nd August 2008 Jude (Macaelas mom) | Hi Girls! - From: 15 Hours Worth of Random Thoughts While Riding on a Train Wow...that was a very long train ride! I don't know, I give you girls alot of credit, what an adventure! I googled Jungle trekking in Chaing Mai, how cool! I wish I could do something like this but, off to the Vineyard ..lol right Macaela..Be safe& blog alot Love mom/ jude |
| 1st August 2008 Andrea G | hi - From: Breakfast With The President Dave is on his way to pick up our computer FINALLY yeahh.... I was lost without the thing..... Now I will be able to see your blog and pictures Umm How do you sleep with that net over your head it must make it hot when you breath. I am glad you guys are safe and enjoying yourself Love Andrea Miss Ya |
| 1st August 2008 karen | deep thoughts.. by Kristin Howell - From: 15 Hours Worth of Random Thoughts While Riding on a Train Do you remember that Saturday Night Live Skit "Deep Thoughts"... well that was what this blog reminded me of. I found it rather entertaining.. I like how you're mixing it up a bit. I can't wait to hear about the elephant rides. I just saw an Animal Planet special on elephants.. they are the most amazing creatures. Kind of makes me a little sad that they have been captured and now used as recreation for tourists.. but enjoy your ride anyway. Don't forget if they get nasty.. they LOVE beer so keep some handy. Be safe. |
| 1st August 2008 Jody Liu | - From: Smiles Are Universal Hi Kristen! I see you are having a thoroughly authentic time of it. Who knew this was in store for you when I saw you at the end of school. Enjoy the rest of your adventure. |
| 1st August 2008 Lori McGuire | Long ride aye... - From: 15 Hours Worth of Random Thoughts While Riding on a Train If you got anything out of that train ride, I hope it was at least a chapter of A Thousand Splendid Suns.. One of the best books ever.. I want to see more pics though.. I love reading but I need more visual!! Be safe! We have girls night tomorrow and we will without a doubt be chatting about your blogs!!!!! You will be missed but we will see you in September! |
| 1st August 2008 Nicole (friend) | Suicide? - From: 15 Hours Worth of Random Thoughts While Riding on a Train So you saw a suicide today? How depressing! I love K-Ho and miss you so much. I still can't believe you won't be at WWR this year. So sad. My rugs are coming tomorrow. 2116-Home missing my running buddy! |
| 1st August 2008 Nicole (sister) | Manny being Manny... - From: 15 Hours Worth of Random Thoughts While Riding on a Train .......in LA! Manny was traded to LA Dodgers this afternoon Kristin. See what happens when you leave, Manny was so upset he left too! |
| 31st July 2008 kathy k -nj | hi!! - From: 15 Hours Worth of Random Thoughts While Riding on a Train WOW! I HAVE FINALLY READ ALL OF YOUR BLOGS...THE PICTURES OF THE CHILDREN REALLY TOUCHED ME. I BEGAN TO ENVY YOUR EXPERIENCE AND THEN I READ THE MICE BLOG! I GIVE YOU SO MUCH CREDIT. I DON'T THINK I WOULD BE ABLE TO HANDLE IT. CAN'T WAIT TO TALK TO YOU (IN PERSON) ABOUT IT. BE SAFE AND ENJOY THE EXPERIENCE!!! |
| 31st July 2008 Candice | Elephant Rides - From: 15 Hours Worth of Random Thoughts While Riding on a Train Oh my! I can't wait to see pictures. That sounds like so much fun. Not sure if you ever watched America's Next Top Model, but if you have, I expect photos like theirs. =) |
| 31st July 2008 karen | - From: Breakfast With The President No, you are probably not underestimating me. I think our ideas of vacations are different. I'm not sure I could survive something like the "mouse incident". |
| 31st July 2008 Marie | bathroom - From: 15 Hours Worth of Random Thoughts While Riding on a Train Kristin, don't you know that Carol and I can pee anywhere,anytime in anything. |
| 31st July 2008 Jane | What no candy on the Pillow???? - From: 15 Hours Worth of Random Thoughts While Riding on a Train Hi Kristin......and you call this vacation......a little R and R......(that is rest and relaxation) (Not roughing it and rough railroad).... I would have to report the guy who turned your beds down for not placing a chocolate and a flower on your pillow.....or at least securing the bug nets. Thanks so much for the blogs...what a different world and one I am glad to be able to appreciate through your eyes...I deffinately see a book deal in your future....I have put in a call to J.K. so she can set you up with her publisher...Take care of yourself...love and miss you!! Jane |
| 31st July 2008 Mary | Deep in thought... - From: 15 Hours Worth of Random Thoughts While Riding on a Train Seems like your mind was racing as fast as the train. Hope you enjoy the next leg of your trip. |
| 31st July 2008 Beth | - From: 15 Hours Worth of Random Thoughts While Riding on a Train I hope the elephant doesn't pee while you're riding it! Kristin please don't get talked into buying a necklace from the Long Neck Tribe (I hear they don't come off)! |
| 31st July 2008 ontheroadEandS | So sorry - From: 15 Hours Worth of Random Thoughts While Riding on a Train I thought that train was so cool. Sorry I misled you. I hope you find the rest as great as I did. |
| 31st July 2008 Nicole (sister) | What the f??? - From: 15 Hours Worth of Random Thoughts While Riding on a Train In a 15 hour train ride you don't think of ME ONCE!!!?!?!?!? Not even ONCE?!????? Do you know how many times I've checked my email looking for a blog in the last 15 hrs????? Do ya??? Apparently not?? I can write a comment every time I do if that'll make ya think of me a bit?? Or at all!!!! Kristin Howell!!! Something is wrong with you. Not even Jaclyn???? Tell me ONE minute undocumented went to us??? You are killing me - six weeks gone, not one phone call, eating other peoples cake, not thinking of me. RRRR!!! Love and miss you - how about you??? |
| 31st July 2008 Sarah | The BEST blog so far - From: 15 Hours Worth of Random Thoughts While Riding on a Train Kristin, this one made me LAUGH out loud! Do you write these out before typing ? Or was this all from memory? I hope the boxing match is fun. Red Sox update-The boys are playing Bad, I mean VERY Bad. It's kind of sad. They are home and I believe only have won game on this homestand. We are in Second place 4 games behind the Rays and 1/2 game in front of the Yankees. Today is the trading deadline, and Manny has been misbehaving. He might be traded. Enjoy the rest of your adventure. I love reading your blogs!!! |
| 31st July 2008 MOM | - From: Breakfast With The President 31st 2008 - Author's Reply Howell: Patty Hey, have you found Thailand on the map yet. I'll give you a hint, start in Boston and just keep going right until you get to China, then go down a bit.....IS THAT FOR ME??? COULD THE FOUR OF YOU SPLIT A NICE HOTEL MAYBE FOR YOUR LAST WEEK INSTEAD OF THE LAST NIGHT?? BE CAREFUL LOVE MOM |
| 31st July 2008 Lucille | Mr. President - From: Breakfast With The President HI, glad you were all able to meet up with Eric. An experience and memory to have forever as you all grow old together. How is christina doing? Tell her although I am not a NYP, I'd probably feel like she did. enjoy and stay safe. thinking of all of you LUcille P.s. Eric makes sure he gets the best right....!!!!!!!! |
| 31st July 2008 janelle | in addition to random thoughts... - From: 15 Hours Worth of Random Thoughts While Riding on a Train today at 4pm est we will know mannys fate...just thought id keep you in the loop of the red sox news...he might be gone:( |
| 31st July 2008 Kim | Those eggs have eyelashes! - From: And Then There Were 4 You posted a couple of those pictures for the benefit of the fifth grade boys, didn't you? Enjoy the north. Thanks for taking us with you! PS. Be warned, the Sox are folding like a lawnchair... don't let Christina get to you! |
| 31st July 2008 Eric B | Baht - From: 15 Hours Worth of Random Thoughts While Riding on a Train Did the man jump from the Train cause he didnt want to buy the Baht too? Should have been an option for Christina too. |
| 31st July 2008 Jeana | - From: 15 Hours Worth of Random Thoughts While Riding on a Train As I read this blog, it brought back memories of the boat ride to Mykanos when you and Judy managed to sleep on that awful boat - as I sat and tried to make all kinds of noises just to wake one of you up....now you know how I felt! The picture of the room made me laugh - fond thoughts of the "cement box". I guess I could never handle this trip - right???? |
| 31st July 2008 Howell | Candice - From: And Then There Were 4 Ha ha ha! I KNEW you'd like that picture. |
| 31st July 2008 Howell | Mary - From: Breakfast With The President All on your own? You enjoying it? Do you know where you are staying yet? Fill me in. I know I should be more scared of bears than mice, but at the moment, mice win. |
| 31st July 2008 Howell | Andrea M - From: And Then There Were 4 Yes, our mouse experience was quite different than yours. You ran to yours with open arms and we ran from ours in open arms. |
| 31st July 2008 Howell | Jen - From: And Then There Were 4 Oh, you mentioned Dunkins and my heart beat a bit faster. So, does snorkeling mean you went south on your cruise? I want to see pictures. |
| 31st July 2008 Howell | Auntie Ginger - From: And Then There Were 4 We go elephant trekking in a few days, so there is still time for me to "see it all" |
| 31st July 2008 Howell | Murph - From: And Then There Were 4 One legged Murphy, how you holding up? |
| 31st July 2008 Howell | Maureen (cousin) - From: And Then There Were 4 I know, I feel the fear Gram already. Someone will have to protect me. |
| 31st July 2008 Howell | Nicole (sister) - From: Breakfast With The President We are in the home stretch now! Give J tons of kisses from me. Make sure you are well stalked with doritos and chicken dinos. |
| 31st July 2008 Howell | Karen - From: Breakfast With The President I think you could do a few days like this, but I'm just not so sure you could do it for weeks. Am I underestimating you? |
| 31st July 2008 Howell | Patty - From: Breakfast With The President Hey, have you found Thailand on the map yet. I'll give you a hint, start in Boston and just keep going right until you get to China, then go down a bit. |
| 31st July 2008 Howell | Mike Allen - From: Breakfast With The President Oooo, I can hear the anger and bitterness in your voice. Come on now, SB for two years, you show up three times. Are you committed for the next 30 years? |
| 31st July 2008 Howell | janis - From: Breakfast With The President Thanks for joining! I think our last night will be in a place like this one. |
| 31st July 2008 Howell | Paci - From: Breakfast With The President Seriously, we used the bathroom after you left. We would stay there, on the floor, and still pay. |
| 31st July 2008 Howell | Breanna and Bayley - From: And Then There Were 4 Yeah! I LOVE the name, especially how you spelled it. I def want to go running when I get back. Congrats!! |
| 31st July 2008 Howell | Dugan - From: Breakfast With The President Oh, just the thought of that convent. I never so it's true potential. I would rather have a cot at school than some of these places, but for the most part, most have been nice. |
| 31st July 2008 Howell | Debbie - From: Breakfast With The President Stephanie is already back home. He better have stayed at places like this when she was with him! |
| 31st July 2008 Howell | Camille - From: Breakfast With The President Exactly, some fearless leader he is. So typical!! Hope you are enjoying your summer. Any school news yet? |
| 31st July 2008 Howell | Cheryl - From: Breakfast With The President I can't even begin to tell you how many times your name has come up!! Miss you like crazy BFF |
| 31st July 2008 Cheryl | - From: Breakfast With The President Leave it to Eric to stay in that "palace." Now that's my kind of place..... Seeing Christine sleeping (or trying to) with that net over head made me feel as if I had bugs crawling all over me and that fruit. looked awful.......... Good luck my girlfriends. Be safe!!! |
| 31st July 2008 Camille Fargo | lucky girls! - From: Breakfast With The President Poor Christina. Why did she think their were bugs on her toothbrush? Never mind, I don't think I want to know. So Paci held out on you girls, huh? Some leader! Letting you get attacked by mice while wines and dines!! Hee hee! I miss all you guys and it is so nice to see you together sharing such a cool experience together! Have fun and stay safe! :) Camille |
| 30th July 2008 Debbie | Hotels - From: Breakfast With The President I must say I like Eric's hotel a lot better than yours!!!!! But where's Stephanie?????? Have fun! Debbie |
| 30th July 2008 kathy d. | just like camp - From: Breakfast With The President even my worst days as Camp Director could not compare to this VACATION...I am not jealous of your travels at all...I just do not know how your are handling this all so well...what happened to that young lady who was nervous sleeping at the convent in NJ...WOW...things sure have changed...keep the blog coming...it makes me appreciate what I have... |
| 30th July 2008 Breanna | Enjoy it! - From: And Then There Were 4 Hey Kristin, I am glad you are having such a great time! Enjoy every moment of it! Breanna and Bayley |
| 30th July 2008 ontheroadEandS | Too short but very sweet. - From: Breakfast With The President Well, I think the comment line says it all. Just the pick me up I needed to get through the next 3 1/2 weeks. |
| 30th July 2008 Janis | Hotel?? - From: Breakfast With The President Kristen, why is it you're standing in front of and not staying in what looks to be a very nice, bug/mice free hotel??? |
| 30th July 2008 mike allen | Chopped liver - From: Breakfast With The President What am I then, chopped liver? I know Iīm the newbie at Sound bites, but arenīt you the one who tried to oust the President with a sneaky coup d état involving moi? Now, scant weeks later, I donīt even get a mention. Wait till I see the President, Iīm telling him everything now! mike |
| 30th July 2008 MOM | - From: Breakfast With The President Is the thing with a grass skirt some type of egg??? Why can't you stay at "his" type of hotel?? if all 4 of you are sharing the room?? Please ladies...upgrade....Love Mom |
| 30th July 2008 karen | The Cheese Stands Alone - From: Breakfast With The President I miss you guys so much! I told Ross he's on his own next summer, I can't stand this! I am glad to see you guys in a picture:) I think the picture of Christina sleeping in her net is amazing. I hope you have a safe trip to Chang Mai, and I am looking forward to hearing all about your new adventures in Thailand. |
| 30th July 2008 ontheroadEandS | What a great hotel! - From: Breakfast With The President That picture doesn't even do the place justice. I'll have to post some of my room. I got to thinking about it and realized that I paid all that money for 6 1/2 hours of having that room! Worth every penny, especially to see the looks on your faces! |
| 30th July 2008 Nicole (sister) | Poor Christina... - From: Breakfast With The President Hey girls...Happy to know you are all still well. Just so you know every time I log on and see anything in the inbox I do a little "please be a blog, please be another blog" in my head until I see your name/or not in my inbox. Love the blog! Well I have not met Christina yet and I have to say, this is not a good first impression. haaaa! Shhhh, don't tell her but I wouldn't show that particular picture off at the first day of school. You are lucky she was willing to have you share it on the blog with us. ha! Is that Paci's hotel??? Now that looks vacationesque! Is that you in the picture? Are you wearing a dress? I know that was not in the backpack. Be safe on your travels and keep us posted! I can't wait for August so I can start to count down the days til you come home. We miss and love you! God Bless! xxoxoxo |
| 30th July 2008 Camille Fargo | FRUIT??? - From: And Then There Were 4 can you name those fruits for me please? It looked like two were wearing grass skirts. Interesting... I hope Christina can make it without the gel. I'm sure she'll be fine. Hope you all have many more EXCELLENT adventures! L, Bill & Ted! :) |
| 30th July 2008 Debbie | Great Diet for Me! - From: And Then There Were 4 What a great diet. I'd never touch one bite! Hope the remaining 3 weeks are more fun! Debbie |
| 29th July 2008 Maureen(cousin) | LMAO! - From: And Then There Were 4 I don't know what's funnier, the elephant peeing or picturing your grandmother saying those things to Nicole. Can you just picture her? Elephant picture-funny, Grandmother-Priceless! You are definitely in for some trouble, after she hugs and kisses you. Enjoy but I want to be there when you visit Corrine!!!!! |
| 29th July 2008 Marie | vacation - From: And Then There Were 4 Kristin, I love reading your adventures, They are the only vacation I will get this summer. I like the elephant peeing anywhere he wants, sounds like a plan to me!!! |
| 29th July 2008 Sarah | Is that really fruit??? - From: And Then There Were 4 What kind of fruit is that??? |
| 29th July 2008 karen | Can't wait for the NYP to arrive! - From: And Then There Were 4 Your pictures look great! Although, again I would like to see YOU in some of them. I am constantly getting yelled out about being on the computer too much. I am obessed with your blog. I may have found us a school to teach at next summer in India. whadda say? It's in the slums so it should be right up your alley. I saw pictures of the kids.. oh my god you'll fall in love! |
| 29th July 2008 auntie ginger | - From: And Then There Were 4 Kristin; sorry to bust your bubble but I too have seen an elephant pee. Many moons ago though it was but I have one up on you. Have you ever seen them s t; now that is a sight. They look just like logs. So if you did'nt see that you're very lucky. Hope you're having the time of your life. We all miss you. Love ya. Auntie |
| 29th July 2008 Candice | Elephant Peeing - From: And Then There Were 4 Haha. Thank you for including that. I just giggled like a child at my desk in work. |
| 29th July 2008 Nicole (friend) | UM yeah - From: And Then There Were 4 Boy oh boy, I think I would lose 40 pounds in 6 weeks! What the hell is that....looks like to recently laid eggs in a nest, and some bizarre fish type thing with poppy seeds. God Bless you! Miss you lots. I love the pictures, and I almost peed my pants with the elephant that is funny it's like a flood. Be safe Nic |
| 29th July 2008 Mom | - From: And Then There Were 4 What kind of fruits are they...My stomach started to roll...again...Please let us know if Christinas mousse comes with her....Love and be careful Mom |
| 29th July 2008 janelle | fruit? - From: And Then There Were 4 what kind of fruit looks like eggs with hair? |
| 29th July 2008 Jane | - From: And Then There Were 4 Kristin...I really look forward to your bogs...I am learning so much....I miss you and REALLY cannot wait untill you are saftely back in Beantown..........how does the accent sount with that hint of Cambodian???? Love Ya..always.....be safe!!!!! |
| 29th July 2008 Maureen | How much wt. have you lost?? - From: And Then There Were 4 Kristen, Are those hard-boiled eggs with grass skirts? And exactly what was on that plate, I didn't recognize any fruit! As for the elephant, considering that "good luck." |
| 29th July 2008 Eric B | Elleee - From: And Then There Were 4 Elephants just don't care. Maybe Christina can show them some manors. Cause you 3 are not even close to teaching them anything. And you call yourself Teachers. :) |
| 29th July 2008 carol | - From: And Then There Were 4 Hi Kristin, I am so glad you are doing this blog. I'd really be worried, along with everyone else ,if I didn't know where you were or what you were doing. That fruit doesn't look too inviting. Can't wait to hear from you what the thing is that looks like an egg with hair growing out of its side. Sounds like you really enjoyed that show. The elephant peeing... must be nice to just stop and go where you want. That would be great for Murph & me:) As far as your friend Christina, I'm sure you can handle her. Afterall, you did travel to Greece & Italy with and "Irish Princess:) Stay safe and be careful. God bless. Love, Carol |
| 29th July 2008 Nicole (sister) | A smile on my face?? - From: And Then There Were 4 Kristin, this actually looks like a vacation collage! Could it be?? Although what you told me was fruit does not look like a banana or peach from the US! I'll be sure to show Jaclyn the picture of your peeing elephant when she wakes up - start'r off young! All is well here. We miss you as always and pray for a safe trip for Christina. Keep us posted! I have so many people hooked to the blog!!! LOVE YOU!!!! xoxox (p.s. Grammy took a complete tizzy yesterday over the mouse blog and I believe her words were something like this.."you tell her if she even thinks of "pulling" something like this again I'll stick my God Damn foot down her throat." And then the second part of it went something like.."she better get a God Damn physical when she comes back, I don't care what precautions she took!") You're in trouble, you're in trouble!!! Nanananaananaaaaa! |
| 29th July 2008 Jen | Randomness - From: And Then There Were 4 1. It's 3:50AM and I randomly woke up...how I found myself online reading your blog...I have no clue. 2. These are the most "reasonable" pics so far...it may be the first time I wasn't COMPLETELY horrified. 3. Still about the pics.....VERY entertained/fascinated by the elephant peeing...looks like it DUMPED a bucket of water. I went to the Anheuser Busch Plant in NH for a tour last week and was fascinated by similar experiences with the Clydesdales...we'll talk about that later though (we'll keep it PG). 4. Sad about Estelle..thought of you right away...loved little Sophia. 5. Miss you too much....get home safely. Love, Me xo |
| 29th July 2008 ontheroadEandS | NYP - From: And Then There Were 4 I can't wait to hear here reactions tomorrow. So glad we're gonna meet up! |
| 29th July 2008 Lucille | roaming around as usual - From: Roaming Around Hi, Well glad to hear that youmade it back safely. Well Christina is on her way and you should all be back to business. Roaming around strange places as usual right Kristin. Thanks for the photos. Keep us posted and know Iam thinking of all of you. It was an eye opening experience in Cambodia. We here don't know how luckywe are and soemtimes we complain becasue we can't buy evrything we want but do not necessarily need. It's life simple necessities that we all really only need. Pass it on to all the folks in the USA. Stay safe, thinking of you. Love Lucille |
| 29th July 2008 ontheroadEandS | Bangkok and Thailand - From: Roaming Around A note on Bangkok... Try to appretiate it for what it is...a huge city. People there have seen than their share of tourist over the last 20 years and are very well versed in making money from them. The only thing that really seperates it from Cambodia is that the Cambodians haven't fully been able to take advantage of tourism because all those years of the Khmer Rouge. If they had a choice they would rather make money from tourist than live impoverished lives unable to feed their children. No doubt that in another 10 years Cambodia will be a lot more like Thailand in that regard. The rest of Thailand is a slower pace than Bangkok and has much to offer. It will be difficult to get away from the endless touts and hawkers though, you will get used to it. If you manage to spend a little more time in the places you travel to, you will get to know a few more locals, like Barb, and it will be quite satisfying to know that not everyone just wants to make your money somehow. I have finally found a few people like that here in Legian and geting to know them has truely made me a better person. Teachers here make $20 a month and they have to pick up their students on the way to school in the morning I know that doing so is tough because you sacrifice seeing as many places. It is a tough balance but you'll find it! |
| 28th July 2008 Mary | Living the dream through you! - From: Roaming Around Kris sounds like all is well. I hope your friend makes it there safely and that you all continue to enjoy this adventure and learn as you go. I am now all "on my own" and I have some good stories for you when you get back. Travel safe, be well and hurry home! xo, Mary p.s. I am STILL waiting for a picture of you all with the masks on...!!! |
| 28th July 2008 Marie M | stopping - From: Roaming Around Kristin, didn't the bus driver stopping to smoke remind you of Carol And I stopping to pee? |
| 28th July 2008 Marie M | stopping - From: Roaming Around Kristin, didn't the bus driver stopping to smoke remind you of Carol And I stopping to pee? |
| 28th July 2008 Marie M | stopping - From: Roaming Around Kristin, didn't the bus driver stopping to smoke remind you of Carol And I stopping to pee? |
| 28th July 2008 Mom | - From: Roaming Around Hi...So happy you ran into Tim. Nice of the people to tell you to leave because of any uprisings..Hope you are far enough away from all of that. ..Did you ever think you would be having massages? That is about the only part of the trip I have enjoyed..How are everyones feet holding out?? I am sure they are pretty tired. So happy to hear about the shower..Love You Mom |
| 28th July 2008 Eileen | Hey Kristin!!! - From: Roaming Around Hey girly, Thanks for all the updates. I've been reading your blogs every time you post them. I am learning so much through your stories. I can't wait to see you in person and hear everything that you experienced. You are def. a braver soul than I! Good luck with the rest of your journey and please stay safe. |
| 28th July 2008 jamian | - From: Roaming Around Thank God You are not in Malasia!! Talk about fate! You are pulling at my heart strings with those pictures of the children in Cambodia, you should bring one home for me to take care of! |
| 28th July 2008 Jeana | - From: Roaming Around This blog of yours really stands up to a good book! I check it daily and look forward to your updates but I also just love Nicole's (sis) responses! I never knew you had to lay low from a drive by shooting. Nothing like Voorhess.....hopefully this traveling of yours won't keep you from Visiting NJ! I think my Mom and Marie would go through withdraw! |
| 28th July 2008 Jen | ... - From: Roaming Around Is 6 weeks over yet? I'm not one to rush the summer, but it feels like you have been gone for way too long already. Sounds as though you are having quite the experience! I can't wait to hear all the stories once you are home safe with a DD coffee in your hands! Miss you! Luv, Jen |
| 28th July 2008 Nicole (friend) | BR - From: Roaming Around Hey Howell! Ok, so I just woke up and was very excited to have another update. I love when you include pictures...I just showed my mom the toilet, and I was thinking there is no way I could squat and "poop" in that. But then I thought maybe they wont' have to, but then I realized again you are away for 6 weeks! Did you take your malaria pills again? Are you sleeping and doing ok? ANy side effects? Be careful on your next adventure, oh and that yellow bus...did you take that for 14 hours? Did you sit on top? Be safe! Love Nicole :) |
| 28th July 2008 Eric B | amazing - From: Roaming Around I am amazed that the writing that you have taken pictures of are in English. I am sure there are a lot of signs that are not, but looks like you have come across a lot of people that speak it and write it. Makes things a lot easier for you. Sorry you are missing the canopy. But on the bright side, you have had a great time with the things that you have done. Keep up the great photos and stories. |
| 28th July 2008 Debbie | Are you having FUN YET !!! - From: Roaming Around I don't recall you ever saying you had FUN!!!!! I hope there is some fun along the way! I have heard that the beaches are beautiful. I'm watiing for a beach photo! Keep up the good work, and I hope you finally get a nice, clean, mice and bug free room soon! Love for now, Debbie |
| 28th July 2008 Nicole (sister) | Deep breathe... - From: Roaming Around Ok, these pictures aren't too disturbing so I took a deep breathe! ~~aahhh~~ Although that toilet I could really do without and will not complain the next time I have to clean my 3 "real" toilets at home. I think I'd go the Jaclyn route if I were there -- diapers! haa haaaahhaa! Now the first picture of the bus.....tell me you sat inside and not on top for 14 hours??!? Do they get a discount if they are on top, tell me yes??!? Please burn the bug net upon exiting whatever country you leave when coming to the USA. We miss and love you, can't wait for the next blog. It really is a great summer read, totally enjoying it!! Grammy says I should "save these "letters" for your sister so when she gets home she can add them to her memoir!" I'm not sure if she thinks you are mailing me letters and apparantly she thinks you are writing a memoir?!?!? I don't know, take it as you want! Happy to know you showered too! Phew! xoxxoxoxoxoxoxo |
| 28th July 2008 Howell | Jude - From: Smiles Are Universal Hey Jude! I've heard so much about you, and the rest of the family. Macaela is very well adjusted and has been thriving. We are slowly taking her lead. Keep in touch!! |
| 28th July 2008 Howell | Nicole - From: Smiles Are Universal It was in Scotland I slept outside in the rain and was almost peed on by a drunken football fan. Yes, it was when I was in Camden I had to duck and hide on the floor behind a couch during a drive by shooting. And yes it was in Amsterdam that...wait a second, I don't think I told you about this one. It all really sounds a lot worse than it was. Chins up! |
| 28th July 2008 Howell | Mrs Hagan - From: Smiles Are Universal I know, my sincerest apologies for including NJ in a negative way, but it was the only way to get my point across. Did you really have to mention Wawa and Dunkins? You are killing me. |
| 28th July 2008 Howell | Karen H - From: Smiles Are Universal Hey Karen! Welcome to the blog. Sponge Bob sounds like a rougher path than the one I am on now. Good luck to you. We have the same initials...I love stuff like that. |
| 28th July 2008 carol | - From: Smiles Are Universal Hi Kristin, Nice to hear from you again. I am so happy you decided to upgrade your sleeping quarters. Can't wait to see the picture of the nets you are talking about. Sorry to hear you couldn't make it to the top of that mountain. Now you know how I felt about the steps at Bunker Hill:) By the way, leave Camden, NJ out of this. At least they can take a shower, if they want, and most of all they have a WAWA and a DUNKIN DONUTS:) :) Keep safe, be careful and God bless. Love Carol |
| 27th July 2008 Karen (Marys sis) | no need for summer reading - From: Smiles Are Universal Kristin, you are an amazing girl!!! Mary has me hooked on you incredible journey. It makes my days of camp, cleaning and kids seem like nothing and makes me more greatful everyday for the things i have. It is like a summer novel for me except i am not on a beach or at a pool just sitting here while the kids are watching Sponge Bob and loving every moment of your stories!! Be safe!! Karen |
| 27th July 2008 Jude (Macaelas Mom) | Hi Girls! - From: Smiles Are Universal I'm so happy to hear you're safely back in Bangkok. Kampot sounds so beautiful, I can't wait to see the pictures. That was "so cute" of Barb to make a cake for Courtney... Happy Birthday. Macaela you sounded so good this morning, we miss you so much. Girls be safe & enjoy every minute of your adventure! Love mom/Jude |
| 27th July 2008 Nicole (sister) | Faith?? - From: Smiles Are Universal Well we are happy to know Malaysia is out. Is Christina already flying? Per your itinerary you are to be picking her up on Tuesday. I'm assuming that is as planned. Are you meeting up with Eric P at all? And of course I have faith in you. But you have traveled to Camden NJ more times then you have traveled to Disney. You tend to gravitate towards the Camden's of the world. Did you not have to duck down in Camden NJ at a Habitat for Humanity house due to a driveby shooting? And did you not sleep in the streets during some part of your European trip a few years back? So although I may have faith in you 100%, it's the rest of this crazy world I fear. Stay vigilant and keep us all posted. The blog is awesome! Miss and love you!!! xoxoxx Your very loving neurotic about you to the core sister! xxoxoxoxoxxo |
| 27th July 2008 Howell | Nicole - From: Smiles Are Universal Don't worry, Malaysia is out now anyways. We were too caught up in Cambodia. On Wednesday we are heading north. I'll blog again tonight or tomorrow. By the way, there was always a travel warning, not for the entire country, just an area. Just like in USA, there are good parts and bad parts. Wouldn't want a family to stay away from Disney because Camden, NJ is not a good area. Have a little faith....:) |
| 27th July 2008 Howell | James - From: Smiles Are Universal Where in the world have you been? I was hoping you and the fam were following along. Yes, I'll look for your new e-mail address and add it to my blog. Keep in touch. What have you been doing all summer? No footballs in this area. I'd give anything to toss it around a few times though, don't want to lose my edge. Tell everyone I said hello. |
| 27th July 2008 Nicole (sister) | 4:05 am.. - From: Smiles Are Universal Good morning! It's 4:05 am here and I just woke up thinking/worrying about you. Thought I'd come downstairs to pee and check the blog. Looks like you haven't been online since my last comment. With the 11 hour time difference it makes it midafternoon there and I wonder what you are doing? Hoping you are well. I can't wait for you to come home. Jaclyn's had a fever and rash since Weds due to her 3 newest teeth arriving. It's been hell to say the least. Wish you were here to hold her too!! Blog again soon, gonna try and get a few more hours sleep before Jaclyn starts her day. Love you!!!!! xoxoxoxoxo |
| 27th July 2008 James | long time no see - From: Smiles Are Universal Hi Miss Howell,,,,I was wondering what happened to you. I was thinking those mice got you :o). I'm glad to hear your doing ok I was wondering have you been playing football :)...?? I miss seeing you,,be safe and hope to hear from you soon...love James |
| 26th July 2008 Nicole (sister) | Per Mrs. Bailey - From: Smiles Are Universal Hello guys...soooo happy to know you are back in Thailand safe. There has been a warning put out to "Westerners" like yourselves to NOT NOT NOT travel to Malaysia. State Department issued. I just read this blog to Mrs. Bailey and she would like Courtney to call her asap. I think she's really worried and would like you guys to cut your travels short. Kristin, I'm begging you to please stay vigilant. Please keep me posted, where are you traveling to next??? I'd like detailed info if you have it. Thanks!! LOVE YOU!!! |
| 26th July 2008 karen | :) - From: Smiles Are Universal thanks for my shout out i feel much better now. |
| 26th July 2008 Mary | No Happy Ending Massages for you huh? - From: Smiles Are Universal Kris I am glad your loving life over there. You make me greatful for everything I have as I read your blogs. I hope your trip back to Bangkok goes smoothly...all 14 hours of it! I hope these next 4 weeks fly by...and I am right there with your sister! What are you doing eating someone elses cakes??? Miss you terribly. Hurry home (safely). p.s. Meet any monks yet? p.p.s Does the Mice incident trump the Bear incident??? |
| 26th July 2008 Howell | Nicole - From: Smiles Are Universal Your true colors are shinning! Take it easy, all is well. Made it to Bangkok after 14 hours with no food and no bathroom. We splurged and spent 15 dollars each on our room for tonight. |
| 26th July 2008 Howell | Nik - From: Smiles Are Universal Bottom line kiddo, when is the first sleep over? It needs to be before school starts so we can get our bonding in before I disappear into the world of school. |
| 26th July 2008 Howell | Suze and Gia - From: Smiles Are Universal Thanks so much for checking in. Trying to keep up with Eric and Mike has been tough. Completely different trip for women! |
| 26th July 2008 Suze and Gia | Hello! - From: Smiles Are Universal Hi Kristin....we don't know each other....Gia and I are friends of Mike and Eric. I found your travel blog through theirs and have been peeking in from time to time...I hope you don't mind (we aren't stalkers, really!!). I was intrigued to follow the adventure of another Brooks teacher, even one I've never met. I must say I'm glad I did...it's been a pleasure reading your entries! Definitely gives me more inspiration for taking my own grand journey at some point and for Gia...to take many, in the future. Thank you! Best wishes for a safe and healthy remainder of the trip and continued fun! Suzanne |
| 26th July 2008 Nicole (friend not sister) :) | Goodness.... - From: Smiles Are Universal Hey I was like freaking out too. Glad to hear from you. Very intereseted to hear about the "massages" HA HA HA. So, I am sorry to hear about Sophia, my condolences. Update on my end. My wall is being fixed by association, Rugs being installed on 8/1, moving shortly after. Miss you come home. PS my parents basement flooded yesterday. We go insane Rain, thunder and lightening storms and there were funnel clouds in Taunton and Rhode Island. :) Later gater |
| 26th July 2008 Nicole (sister) | Two weeks down, four to go - From: Smiles Are Universal Well, two weeks have passed since dropping you off at the Bailey's for Logan and four weeks to go before I hose you down in the driveway before even handing you your car keys and sending you home to mom's to shower before I give you a nice big hug!!! I wish you a safe 14 hr ride out of Cambodia. I know you said it could be dangerous with the election so please be safe and get the hell back to the USA! I'm so over this trip!!! Miss and love you so much. I wish you'd answer my blog questions - have you showered and what are you eating?? Ohhhh and how the hell dare you eat someone elses cake!!!!!!!!!!! I AM THE CAKE LADY, right Mary??? How dare you!!!! Like this trip has not been devastating enough for me and you are eating other peoples cake. You are trying to kill me, huh?? |
| 26th July 2008 Howell | Pino - From: Rope, Duct Tape and Mice, Oh My! Thanks for the comment. Watcha been doing all summer? Down the shore I suppose. |
| 26th July 2008 Howell | Cousin Maureen - From: Rope, Duct Tape and Mice, Oh My! I'd like to think of this as a non-fiction adventure story, but there have been days I questioned it. |
| 26th July 2008 Howell | Nicole - From: Rope, Duct Tape and Mice, Oh My! I know, I know, I know! |
| 26th July 2008 Howell | Sarah - From: Smiles Are Universal Sorry to worry you Bloom, but you were correct about the internet. Hope all is well with you! Miss you. |
| 26th July 2008 Lauren | Words I've always wanted to say - From: Smiles Are Universal Kristin I've always wanted to say "it is essential that I be out of the country by Sunday". Sounds so sophisticated and James Bondish. Political Intrigue, I'm sooo impressed. You, brown, I don't think so but I could be wrong. Hurry up to the next breathtaking adventure, honey. My love, Lauren. |
| 26th July 2008 Howell | Karen - From: Smiles Are Universal From the shores of Cambodia to the shores of the Vineyard. Sorry for being neglectful and not giving you all the love and attention you deserve. I miss you tons. What will I do without you next year? Maybe we'll still end up together. If not, we have another 30 years left to be reunited. I'll keep my fingers crossed. Can't wait to go back to school shopping. |
| 25th July 2008 Sarah | So glad to hear from you - From: Smiles Are Universal I was getting worried, then I thought you must be in a part of the world that has no internet. I look foward to your blogs. BE Safe |
| 25th July 2008 Maureen | Blind masseus or masseur - From: Smiles Are Universal Kristin, you said those who give a massage are blind, but were they male or female??? I'm glad to see you are having some light-hearted moments mixed in with the trama of seeing life in a third-world country. It takes traveling anywhere outside the U.S. to realize that on the world stage "we" Americans are the Paris Hiltons of the world. This has been such a rewarding experience for you. The only thing that would have been worse then finding mice in my room would have been snakes. I would have been on the next plane home. Take care, Love Maureen |
| 25th July 2008 karen | I'm glad your back! - From: Smiles Are Universal I've missed your blogs. I 'm glad to see your back in action. Sounds like the past couple of days have been amazing. Sun, surf and "happy ending" massages.. what more could a person ask for. Be safe on your journey out of Cambodia. I look forward to hearing from you again real soon. |
| 25th July 2008 Nicole (sister) | Hurry up and blog! - From: Rope, Duct Tape and Mice, Oh My! People are emailing me at an alarming rate since it's been a while since the last blog. Get to a computer and update us will ya!?! We are all anxiously awaiting! We miss and love you and are so depressed that tomorrow is only TWO weeks you have been gone! We want it to go by much quicker. xoxox |
| 24th July 2008 Eric B | Mice are nice - From: Rope, Duct Tape and Mice, Oh My! I bet they were looking for a tasty treat from America. Who can resist a good old fashion Cupcake. :) Hope your rooms are better now, and you don't have any more surprises like that night. |
| 24th July 2008 ontheroadEandS | Well....? - From: Rope, Duct Tape and Mice, Oh My! I gotta figure out where I'm going next and you're not helping. Let me know if you want to meet in Bangkok and then head to greener pastures for a few days. I gotta make arrangements today or tomorrow! |
| 24th July 2008 Maureen | OMG I can't bare it anymore! - From: Rope, Duct Tape and Mice, Oh My! I'm not sure if this book is a fiction, non-fiction, thriller or cartoon.....I'm not even sure I like it but I can't stay away! What is wrong with you, don't you like to vacation at a nice beach resort with a nice margarita in your hand.....Oh boy Kristin, I love you dearly but I certainly don't know where you came from! Please be careful, Hail Mary and Our Father are looking over you..... |
| 23rd July 2008 judy | - From: Rope, Duct Tape and Mice, Oh My! What a humbling experience for all of you and for those of us who are in our comfortable homes reading your blog. Thank you for reminding us that we are lucky and blessed to live in the US!!! Please stay safe!! love Judy |
| 23rd July 2008 Dre | - From: Rope, Duct Tape and Mice, Oh My! So Dave, Dante and I went to York zoo in Maine..... We saw lots of animals that were from South East Asia..... and I was thinking of you..... Umm not sure what to say about the mice thats just gross....what if they nibbled through your net YUCK !! Be Careful Love Ya Andrea |
| 23rd July 2008 Andrea | - From: Rope, Duct Tape and Mice, Oh My! OH MY GOODNESS!!! I had the chills as I read this! I can't even imagine seeing mice in the middle of the night...sooo creepy! Did you find another place to stay? I would have ran out of there screaming!! Hopefully the next night was better. Looking forward to reading more! |
| 23rd July 2008 Andreas | - From: Khmer Rouge It is really interesting to learn about the history of other places. It sounds like you are definitely having quite the experience. I love following your journey. Stay safe and enjoy! Miss you! |
| 23rd July 2008 Andrea | Wow - From: I'd Rather Be Swimmin' in the Mystic That water definitely looked interesting. I would have been scared to go near that boy too...I don't like snakes! Thanks for the updates and pictures!! Stay safe! |
| 23rd July 2008 Dutch Uncle | Quite An Education! - From: Rope, Duct Tape and Mice, Oh My! Kristen-This trip is something that will stay with you forever, including all the stuff that your tender relatives back home are cringing over. Travel at the level you are experiencing is far better than the cardboard Disney World most Americans gravitate to. Enjoy every part of it-have fun! Ciao, ~UB~ |
| 22nd July 2008 Nicole (sister) | Bad News Kristin! - From: Rope, Duct Tape and Mice, Oh My! Well, I was thinking of so many things that may get you to come home early. Then today, I realized what would put you over the edge. Bad news Kristin, Estelle Getty from Golden Girls died. For those of you who don't know Kristin's Golden Girls obsession, cats outta the bag now! Maybe you can come home early to mourn?? Send another blog please!!! |
| 22nd July 2008 Katie | - From: Rope, Duct Tape and Mice, Oh My! OMG I would have died if I woke up and there were mice al around me. I would have stayed up all night too. Hey but thats what adventures are for. Love the stories keep them coming. |
| 22nd July 2008 Cheryl | - From: Rope, Duct Tape and Mice, Oh My! I feel sick to my stomach....mice!!!! I would have had a heart attack. I still love my idea of a vacation... 5 star...on the beach...sipping a nice cold beverage and listening to island music. I'd love to travel with you sometime, but on my idea of a vacation!! Love, Cheryl.....Be careful |
| 22nd July 2008 auntie ginger | - From: Rope, Duct Tape and Mice, Oh My! Kristen; I'm with you sister on this one. Get your ass home now. I had been really enjoying your blog and looking forward to your next adventure but I'm sorry this is just too much. Please Please before you come home get a nice room with a bath. Your grammie is going to have a stroke as will everyone else. Please take care we love and miss you. |
| 22nd July 2008 MOM | - From: Rope, Duct Tape and Mice, Oh My! Hi...Between the killing fields and the m - - - I could not sleep last night. Like your sister M - - - and S - - - - - and R - - - .I don't blame your sister for hosing you down. Leave all your stuff at the airport when you come home..Please mention this to the rest of your troupe as well..Your living it and I have insomnia because of it...Love Mom |
| 22nd July 2008 carol | - From: Rope, Duct Tape and Mice, Oh My! OMG Kristin! Mice crawling on you. I would have definitely been home by now. God bless you for your courage. Maybe the Cambodians from the so called hotel you stayed in sent them to get the money you owed!!! Please be careful. Stay safe and God bless. Love ya, Carol |
| 22nd July 2008 ontheroadEandS | Lions and tigers and....mice? - From: Rope, Duct Tape and Mice, Oh My! So courageous of you to fight off the beasties. You're travelling now! let me know where you'll be on the 25,26,27. i can't come to cambodia though. how's thailand? |
| 22nd July 2008 Kim | Oh. My. God. - From: Rope, Duct Tape and Mice, Oh My! Even in my bed here in Medford, I'll have one eye open, and every bit of me under covers. Someday I'll tell you my Russian mosquito hotel horror story, though it pales in comparison with the nets keeping the mice off you last night. Small price to pay, though for this amazing experience you're having. Thanks for taking us with you!! |
| 22nd July 2008 TEENA 1 | Uhhh... - From: Rope, Duct Tape and Mice, Oh My! Maybe with my five dollars going into the pot...we can get a room without mice? |
| 22nd July 2008 danielle marino | Diet - From: Rope, Duct Tape and Mice, Oh My! So your basically saying..If you want to loose wieght head to Cambodia for their pizza!! hahha.. No seriously, i should have come..i mean it would have been perfect , right b4 my wedding i could have shed a couple LB's..hahaha |
| 21st July 2008 Nicole | OMG - From: Rope, Duct Tape and Mice, Oh My! K-HO, NO FREAKING WAY!!!! Right then and there I would be up and to the boat or bus to get to the nearest airport. I don't do rodents. God bless you all. I can't believe it. Your spirits still seem high. Keep them up as you have 4 1/2 more weeks! :) PLEASE SEND THE NET PICS ASAP. Be safe. Love Nicole-friend |
| 21st July 2008 Maureen | - From: Rope, Duct Tape and Mice, Oh My! Geckos and mice . . . . you will kiss the American soil the minute you touch down at Logal. I just hope you come back with all your fingers and toes. Maureen |
| 21st July 2008 Maureen | Dearest Cousin! - From: Rope, Duct Tape and Mice, Oh My! I just can't wait to hug you when you come home....there better be a big party for you and tons of NICE photos, no snakes or mice please! |
| 21st July 2008 Jeana Hagan | Crazy - From: Rope, Duct Tape and Mice, Oh My! Okay Kristin Howell........you have officially been labeled as insane!!!!! I would be on the first plane home heading to NJ if I saw mice! I am laughing and screaming inside at the thought of this little experience. You really make us feel like we are there with you - although I can't imagine that some of us would want to actually experience it! Continue to enjoy your time.....wow Jamaica sounds so exciting for me! |
| 21st July 2008 MOM | - From: Rope, Duct Tape and Mice, Oh My! Hey...I am curious why people were throwing trash at you....Was that because you were on the wrong side of the beach??? I got a little confused on that one..Rope,Duct Tape and - - - -. I can't even say it...Please make sure when you come home empty everything before you come upstairs...Oh My!!!!! |
| 21st July 2008 Sharon | Good God! - From: Rope, Duct Tape and Mice, Oh My! I Hate mice! I'm so tired and grossed out for you! I could never travel like that!!! |
| 21st July 2008 Mary | I am visibly cringing...!!! - From: Rope, Duct Tape and Mice, Oh My! What am I afraid of more then anything??? MICE! I think I would have passed out had that happened to me instead of the three of you! It might be best of you continue to pay the 5 or 6 dollars for a chance at not being mice infested! Then again if you can survive a convent Kristin you can probably survive anything! Can't wait to hear more (I think!). Still missing you! Be safe! |
| 21st July 2008 Valerie | I am in complete amazement - From: Rope, Duct Tape and Mice, Oh My! Hi Kristin, Billie shared your blog with me and I just read the whole thing. You are on quite an adventure and I find it completely fascinating. I couldn't stop reading it! Thank you for sharing what MUST be a life altering adventure. I will be thinking you and the stories you have shared with us. I wish you all a safe and fulfilling "vacation". - Valerie |
| 21st July 2008 jamian | - From: Rope, Duct Tape and Mice, Oh My! you have got to be kidding me!! I knew I didn't like this idea! |
| 21st July 2008 karen | Now you're MacGyver? - From: Rope, Duct Tape and Mice, Oh My! Wow, it sounds like you had quite a night! I'm not sure I will be able to sleep tonight after hearing that story. The idea of mice crawling in my bed it probably one of my worst nightmeres. I am proud of your bravery and strength. I am continually impressed by your courage. I miss you. |
| 21st July 2008 Debbie | OMG!!!! - From: Rope, Duct Tape and Mice, Oh My! Your stories keep getting more amazing with each new day! I thought how nice finally a beach and some pizza for Kristin and her friends....NOT!!!! Did you ever find out why the people were laughing at you???? Stay safe!!!! Debbie |
| 21st July 2008 Eric B | Geckos are lucky - From: Rope, Duct Tape and Mice, Oh My! Some people think that Geckos are great luck and they welcome them into their houses. They eat the bugs in the room, and keep things clean. Keep up the great stories and great spirits. Eric. |
| 21st July 2008 Nicole (sister) | Remember I said... - From: Rope, Duct Tape and Mice, Oh My! Remember I said how much I hated snakes??? I hate MICE and RATS equally the same! Ugghhhhh! I literally got the chills, gasped and held my hand to my mouth in an awwwwwwwing motion! Dear Lord Kristin Howell! What is wrong with you!!!???? Get home right now! That is disgusting, I'll reimburse you all $5 if you get a better hotel. PLEASE! Oh Kristin, I'm so not picking you up from the airport and I'm so hosing you down before you even think of getting on my street, let alone anywhere near #54! I'm afraid to even tell anyone this story. I hated this blog although I've logged on 20 times in anticipation of it. Kristin, I've been reading them to Grammy, what will she say now??? She already blames Eric and Mike at school for "brainwashing" you into this trip. (FYI Eric and Mike, Grammy is a sweet old lady but has a vicious streak if pushed!) I ran from a bumble bee this morning, swear to God. But I did sit with Jaclyn and watch a baby bunny eat it's breakfast. Nice of you to share your version of pizza with us ---- or maybe not. Is 6 weeks up???? We love and miss you and I love love love this blog! xoxoxoxox P.S. Michelle and Joe asked Rob and I to be Cameron's Godparents! I'm so excited!!!!!!!! |
| 21st July 2008 Debbie | Howell! - From: Rope, Duct Tape and Mice, Oh My! Sounds like an awesome place. I can't wait to hear where you end up next. I am fully enjoying all of your blogs. |
| 21st July 2008 MOM | - From: Khmer Rouge Wow...This is certainly quite an experience...I remember watching the movie The Killing Fields. Once was enought to watch it...Hopefully your next location will be more uplifting...hey have any of you showered as of yet??? I hope so for all of your sakes...Enjoy and be very careful...Love Mom |
| 21st July 2008 Howell | Nicole - From: Khmer Rouge I don't have a car alarm! Maybe it was our screaming from the mice running around. |
| 21st July 2008 Howell | Debbie - From: Khmer Rouge Vacation is a funny word and I will now use it more carefully than ever before. Hope you are enjoying your summer! |
| 21st July 2008 Howell | Greer - From: Khmer Rouge Welcome to the blog! Macaela is amazing and doing very well. Be warned though, she is talking about building a hut in her backyard to live in. I'm sure your Vermont winters are slightly worse than ours, so I feel this is just a momentary goal. |
| 21st July 2008 Greer( Mac's aunt) | hello to all - From: Khmer Rouge .........wow................you guys are seeing it all.............I wish I could have gone with you..........Enjoy! Macaela- I cant wait til you get back so we can have a BIG party at my house. Greer |
| 21st July 2008 Debbie | And I thought the Snake Farm was Bad! - From: Khmer Rouge I really give you guys alot of credit. This is not how I thought your vacation was going to be! Take Care, and please try to have some FUN!!!! Isn't there a beach or two along the way!!!! Walking on bones, and teeth makes you stop and think!!! Glad I live the good old USA!!!! Take Care! Can't wait for the next BLOG!!! Love, Debbie |
| 21st July 2008 Nicole (sister) | Freaky! - From: Khmer Rouge Ok, I just hopped online in hopes you updated the blog as your email to me yesterday promised. So I was reading everyone elses comments and your fregin car alarm just went off!!?!?! Freaky or what?? Now I'm even more worried about you that that was some sign of something. Be sure to write soon. And even from Cambodia you managed to wake up the neighborhood. You must have woken Jaclyn up out of a sound sleep cause she was screaming/crying but not a peep out of her now. What button do I press on your key chain? I pressed yellow and your car turned on and the alarm turned off. Do you even have an alarm? The horn was blowing like crazy, more like my panic button on my car. But not a sole in my driveway and your keys were tucked away in the cabinet like they have been. I'll try not to use all your gas up shutting that horn off. Let me know some suggestions, I'm shaking, nearly knocked me off my seat it scared the **** out of me. Love and miss you!! |
| 21st July 2008 Lucille | - From: Khmer Rouge Well, you are experiencing it all. As I'm sure you knew this trip would be a learning experience for all of you and possibly life changing in one or more ways. Thanks for sharing and we will hear it all when we see you or you write a book. There was a bit here years back before your time about "The Killing Fields" but who knows if we really got the whole truth about it. Thinking of you. Stay safe. Love Lucille |
| 21st July 2008 Shayna | - From: Khmer Rouge This was the best idea.....I LOVE the blogs! I hope you all had fun at the beach! |
| 21st July 2008 kathy dugan | FUN - From: Khmer Rouge and i thought you were on vacation and having fun...didn't the girls teach you how to relax...this is not what I expected...you sure are seeing the world...but walking on bones etc...the sand in Wildwood is difficult enough...keep safe looking forward to your next adventure... |
| 20th July 2008 Marie | you are my vacation - From: Khmer Rouge Reading your adventures are being used as my vacation. Do all the walking for me since I can't. Still rather be at a Sox game or a Phillies game. Be careful and be safe. Murphy |
| 20th July 2008 Marie | you are my vacation - From: Khmer Rouge Reading your adventures are being used as my vacation. Do all the walking for me since I can't. Still rather be at a Sox game or a Phillies game. Be careful and be safe. Murphy |
| 20th July 2008 Jane | - From: Khmer Rouge Kristin, as I read your blogs I feel so connected to a reality that I cannot comprehend. I cannot imagine the intense emotions you must have felt as you crossed over these killing fields. Thank you so much for sharing all of your experiences. It is amazing how little we all know about what others lived. I hope that you are off to a happy place. Stay safe and keep those blogs coming. Love ya. Jane |
| 20th July 2008 Jen | I'm back! - From: Khmer Rouge Kris! I was so excited to get home to see how things are going for you! Not sure I will need to read any books this summer! Your blog/comments might be entertaining enough! :) Sounds like you are having an amazing time! You've already seen so much and it has been only ONE week! I can't believe your croc photo! Why were you THAT close! I went snorkeling and was freakin out about the little tiger fish swimming within a 5 foot radius! I guess my versions of "adventure" drastically vary from yours! Anyway, now is where it's going to get hard for me bc I'm home and it's going to start to sink in that you are NOT going to be around for another 5 weeks! I'm SO glad you decided to do this blog so I at least feel like you are around! I look forward to your next adventure! Please be careful! And seriously try to do something about the whole stinky thing! Love you, Jen xo |
| 20th July 2008 Howell | Melissa - From: Khmer Rouge Hey, welcome aboard Melissa, or should I call you Mrs. Jeffrey?!!!!! |
| 20th July 2008 ontheroadEandS | Now you got the idea - From: Khmer Rouge Just flip and point...you can always fly when you need to time warp! The killing fields I have nothing to say about... |
| 20th July 2008 Mary | - From: Khmer Rouge I'm learning as your updating!!! Be safe. Can't wait tohear more. Miss you!~ |
| 20th July 2008 Lauren | My young friend - From: Khmer Rouge There are those of us old enough to remember the Killing Fields. We watched every night as Peter Jennings brought the war into our homes. You are wise beyond your years to realize that history forgotten might be repeated. Now you know and will stand guard with others to ensure that genocide is exposed, condemned and stopped for you have walked the fields and the dust is not easily shaken. Ok sweetie, now get to a beautiful spot that makes your heart beat with joy and take a moment to thank God for your life, your courage and your ability to experience all you have and to share it so eloquently with all of us. My love, Lauren |
| 20th July 2008 carol | - From: Khmer Rouge Kristin, What wonderful stories!! You are a very nice writer. Maybe when you decide to give up on teaching, if ever, you can become a historian. These stories are filled with so much info., things that I never knew. Only one question> How could you visit a place with skulls, bones, clothing, UK???? Anyway, stay safe and be careful. God Bless. Love, Carol |
| 19th July 2008 karen | This is some serious stuff! - From: Khmer Rouge I feel that your view of the world is shifting. Your horizons have been expanded. Things just won't look the same upon your return. I'm sorry I missed your last blog. I am really trying to respond to each and everyone. I almost got eaten by a shark that has been swimming in the waters around the island. Well, maybe that isn't entirely true, but it still is pretty exciting stuff. I miss you. I love following you along this journey, and I'm so glad to see that you have started to include yourself in some pictures. Take care and be safe! |
| 19th July 2008 Eric B | Amazing - From: Khmer Rouge What an amazing story. Very moving. Speaking of bones, did you see Posh Beckham at the airport? Now that girl is a walking stick figure drawing. Get some rest. Eric B. |
| 19th July 2008 Melissa G. | Hi Girls - From: Khmer Rouge Hi Kristin and Crew, I have enjoyed reading about all of your adventures! It sounds like you are having an experience of a lifetime!! Enjoy every minute of it and stay safe! =) Melissa |
| 19th July 2008 MOM | - From: Khmer Rouge Hi...What an experince you are having...Not sure I would call this a vacation but certainly a learning experience...I can only imagine how quick ly you wanted to get out there...I hope there are alot of happy and uplifting stories awaiting you..All of you stay together and be safe...Love Mom |
| 19th July 2008 Nicole (sister) | Like I was saying... - From: Khmer Rouge ......well that last comment was finished by Jaclyn as you can see. Then somehow she sumbitted the comment. Sorry about that! Told you she missed you. We all do. I'm constantly asked how you are and where and what you are doing. The "hood" is checking up on you regularly and well to be honest, I think people are checking up on me too. ha! So what is the food like? Any Thai Belly?? I hope not. I had pancakes for bfast and pizza for dinner last night, and you?? Are you craving American food? Have you guys showered? Please tell me yes, it's been over a week? Especially after walking thru that terrible killing field. What a sad place. Be safe on your next leg of the journey. You have no idea how many people have used the word Kristin and crazy in the same sentence this past week. Rob says you have a lot of balls!!! We are all very proud of you!!! We all love you so much and miss you!! We think you are "wicked awesome"!!!! :)) xxooxxoxoxoxox |
| 19th July 2008 Nicole (sister) | Thank you! - From: Khmer Rouge Thank you for sharing that little History lesson to us. As sad as it is. I think I'd rather run thru a field of flowers then skulls and body parts though mmlk;9 4r c v cmmmij j m l,;,[; |
| 19th July 2008 Sarah | - From: Khmer Rouge I love reading your blogs, This morning I woke up and thought there was not blog yesterday, I hope there is one today. Be safe in your adventure. Miss Ya |
| 19th July 2008 Barbara | - From: Khmer Rouge Kristen - I am glad to see you guys are doing well. I LOVE reading all about your travel experiences and thanks for sharing. It is amazing to hear about how other people live in a different part of the world. It's eye opening for me just sitting here reading about while I'm sitting on my couch...I can't even imagine how it's affected you guys. Take care |
| 18th July 2008 mike allen | Bargaining - From: A New Dawn, A New Day Ah, the joy of bargaining. The highs and lows. Itīs quite an artform, isnīt it? I bet you the local paid half that, and in my opinion so they should! I think the trick is to be comfortable and amused while you bargain: itīs a social thing a much as a business thing - itīs not as cut throat as it appears when you start doing it. No such bargaining over here. Fixed prices and thatīs that. Iīve tried to write back to you for most of your entries, (even though you never reply) but after today I wonīt be writing for 10 days or so: Iīm heading into the jungle! Iīll look forward to catching up with your adventures when I get back! mike |
| 18th July 2008 Nicole (sister) | It's hot here too! - From: A New Dawn, A New Day I know it's not Cambodia weather but boy is it hot as hell here. No snakes, no orphanages, nothing adventurous but still, something we have in common right now! Been a quite day here at our house. Jaclyn is napping and hasn't been put in the naughty chair or near the First Aid Kit today - but the day is still young. I loved the picture of you guys. Although I don't remember that man in the middle which means he's a stranger and you should never talk to strangers Kristin!!!! Have I taught you nothing? He may be the type of person Dad warned you about - refer to last phone conversation when he reminded you to never carry a bag on to an airplane for someone else. haa haa haa! We are coming up on the first full week you have been gone and it seems like forever. I think your car in my driveway is depressing me. If it's out there, I expect you in here fighting over who will eat the most chicken dinos and Doritos - you or my husband!! He's winning now! Before I forget, I talked to the woman about that vaccine bill for you, she said they resubmitted to Tufts. Besides that, very quiet. Be vigilant of your surroundings and be safe. Miss you so bad it's starting to really hurt!!! Love you with all my heart! Oh God, I'm choking up! SOB!! Oh p.s. Jeana -- shut up!!! haa haaa!! |
| 18th July 2008 Beth | hi - From: A New Dawn, A New Day Thank god u didn't fall overboard! Swimming in poop with alligators and snakes--YUCK! I love the pictures and updates! Be safe and have fun! We all miss u! |
| 18th July 2008 Jane | Way to go! - From: A New Dawn, A New Day Way to be assertive! You look great! It is so good to see your face. Keep those blogs coming. |
| 18th July 2008 auntie ginger | - From: A New Dawn, A New Day Kristin; you are really good at this story telling. Maybe you can write some short stories and sell them. Glad to hear you learned how to bargain. That's what its all about. Miss you stay well and have fun. Thanks for the pics. Its nice to finally catch a glimpse of you and your friends. |
| 18th July 2008 MOM | - From: A New Dawn, A New Day Hey....Hold up on that $1.98 D.D. coffee!!! You talk about sweat and I instantly feel it...How does a nice cool shower sound ...soap shampoo and body wash..In your travels please find a nice air conditioned hotel. Spend the extra dollar....or Bhat.. Maybe not where you are now but when you get back to Bancock..Stay well Love Mom |
| 18th July 2008 judy | - From: A New Dawn, A New Day I am learning so much from your stories and pictures. I really admire your adventurous spirit!!!! |
| 18th July 2008 Eric and Steph | Are you kidding?!?! - From: A New Dawn, A New Day You didn't really pay that much...did you? You coulda fed every kid in the orphanage for that much money! Don't worry, you'll catch on eventually! Taken from http://www.unfpa.org/ (the united nations) Annual average per capita income is estimated at no more than $290, with close to 40 per cent of the entire population living below the poverty line. |
| 18th July 2008 Eric B | There they are! - From: A New Dawn, A New Day The whole crew all on film. Now your getting the hang out it. You almost a local, if you can just stop saying Wicked Awesome. mmm...naaa.. I like it. Eric |
| 18th July 2008 carol | - From: A New Dawn, A New Day Kristin, I am so happy to finally see you in a picture. All of the others were beautiful, but this last one is even more beautiful b/c you are in it. Sounds like you are really getting tough with those people. Keep it up. Be safe and God Bless. Love, Carol |
| 18th July 2008 janelle | next stop phnom penh - From: A New Dawn, A New Day did you say you were going there???? the former ceo of tissuelink founded the global child (www.theglobalchild.org) with her husband sister and brother-in law...might be interesting...i have no idea how big that city is though |
| 18th July 2008 janelle | damn - From: A New Dawn, A New Day im so gald you are having fun...and who knew what a negotiator you would be...thats great...i love reading the blogs...keep em comming:) |
| 18th July 2008 Jude (Macaelas mom) | Hi girls! - From: A New Dawn, A New Day Kristin, This is such a great idea! I love your blog, the pictures are amazing. Sound like you're taking in every waking moment. I'm amazed at everything you've seen already. Sounds like you're having a great time. Hi to Macaela & Courtney. Be safe girls! |
| 18th July 2008 Jeana | - From: A New Dawn, A New Day Loving the blog! You are quite witty..........along with your blog, I am loving Nicole and Patty's responses to your entries. I look forward to reading theirs as well. Sounds like all is well - give you lots of credit! Enjoy......come on Patty and Nicole - I need some more entertainment!!!! |
| 18th July 2008 Howell | NJ Jane - From: A New Dawn, A New Day Hey You! Thanks for the message. We are patiently waiting for the bus to arrive. There is an 11 hr time difference. It's 8:39AM Friday here and it's 9:39PM Thursday back home. What's new with you? Tell the fam I said hello. This time last year we were HP crazy!! |
| 18th July 2008 Howell | Cousin Mo - From: A New Dawn, A New Day I promise, we are all well. No need to worry! Thanks for checking in on us. |
| 18th July 2008 Howell | Barstow - From: A New Dawn, A New Day Yup, I'm gettin tough, too tough. I went to the Night Market and tried to pull the same trick and it didn't work. She wanted $6 for two tshirts and I told her I'd give her a dollar. She brushed me off. It's okay though, my numbers are a bit off, I'll get better at it. |
| 18th July 2008 Maureen | Finally something to smile about! - From: A New Dawn, A New Day Kristin, so happy to finally see you all in good health and seem to be happy! I'm still saying the prayers! |
| 18th July 2008 Howell | Shayna - From: A New Dawn, A New Day Hey Shayna! All is well here. Your sister is fantastic. I can't believe the conditions she is able to sleep in. She just shuts those little eyes of her and we move around her like she's not there. I don't think she was awake for ANY of the 27 hr plane ride. Pretty amazing. How are your parents holding up? Your mom plays tough, but she sat there and waited while we were in line at Logan. Courtney says hello. |
| 18th July 2008 Howell | Mary and Nik - From: I'd Rather Be Swimmin' in the Mystic Yes, I am purposely NOT in the photos. Who knows where they will end up. You never know thoough, I may be brave and post one or two. |
| 18th July 2008 Howell | Camille - From: I'd Rather Be Swimmin' in the Mystic I wish I had my skirt!! |
| 18th July 2008 Howell | Kerry - From: I'd Rather Be Swimmin' in the Mystic I believe you have a birthday coming up, so happy birthday to you! Is Ohio still on? Let me know. |
| 18th July 2008 Howell | Cheryl - From: A New Dawn, A New Day Cheryl, my BFF, miss you tons. The Mary Kay market out here is yours for the taking. You would take them by storm! |
| 18th July 2008 Shayna | Hello - From: A New Dawn, A New Day Nice to see all of your faces-it looks like you are all having a great time! Kristin, great idea on the blog - we enjoy reading it! |
| 18th July 2008 Maureen | Art of negotiation - From: A New Dawn, A New Day So, it's get tough with the natives now. Looks like you've got a new motto "Don't mess with Howell." |
| 18th July 2008 Cheryl Brigida | - From: A New Dawn, A New Day You go girl!!!! Cheryl |
| 18th July 2008 Dre (Andrea G) | Oh Boy - From: I'd Rather Be Swimmin' in the Mystic So I have had no computer since I think you left.... Got a really bad virus and John is trying to fix it for me.... I am at PF and I am sneaking on right now...... to see what you wrote Anyways I have been wondering where you are and what you are doing... I am caught up now.... It reminded me of that show where in the world is Carmen San Diego... only its kristin howell haha I am glad you are safe and enjoying your trip..... I will shower double for you...do you have razors? haha Miss Ya Love Andrea..... Dave misses you too :) haha |
| 17th July 2008 Lauren | Just keep swimmin', just keep swimmin' - From: I'd Rather Be Swimmin' in the Mystic Afraid as in Rech fraid? If I close my eyes I can feel the heat. I think the unrelentless heat invades one and leaves a permanent mark like a souvenier. May it be a memory that you look forward to leaving yet always remember. Southern NJ gets hot and you could come here for a "fix". my love, Lauren |
| 17th July 2008 MOM | - From: Ah Com Tom Tom So glad when you write...That's when I know you are safe...I would have said to that guy with the $20 ok we will not be going on your boat. Turned around to walk away and I wonder what he would have done?? He is a criminal...I bet they would have put the price down...Who knows...I guess it was better to do what you did. I hope you get to the water filled volcano and the water is crystal clear and refreshing...Am I asking too much?? Love and please be safe...Mom |
| 17th July 2008 Camille | Miss You - From: I'd Rather Be Swimmin' in the Mystic Hey Mama! Those kids were so adorable! You are a brave woman, Kristin. Cherish all these moments. THe weeks will FLY BY!! Still missing you and wearing my new skirt OFTEN!! :) THanks Again!! |
| 17th July 2008 auntie ginger | - From: I'd Rather Be Swimmin' in the Mystic Kristin you make us so proud. How you do what you do I cannot imagine. Only once did I go camping but only because I knew there were showers. I imagine it was hard for you to leave those kids. Through your eyes we are seeing the way other people really live. We hear and see it on T.V. but its not the same. Your grandmother would have a fit with the snakes. She can't even look at a pic. of one. Keep up the good work. Stay safe and enjoy. Love ya. |
| 17th July 2008 Mary | Our equivalent to Orphanages are foster homes I believe - From: I'd Rather Be Swimmin' in the Mystic That was a very kind thing to buy them toys Kris. Seeing those pictures makes me greatful. It a call to the Sally Str also makes me want to place a call to Sally Struthers to donate money to her charity! Sounds like your having a great time despite the heat, grfeedy man at the market and the "little" critters in the river (as well as the germs! We miss you lots. p.s. I want a picture of you with your mask on!!! |
| 17th July 2008 Kerry | - From: I'd Rather Be Swimmin' in the Mystic Oh lord I would die with all those snakes there. I give you so much credit Kristin! Miss you and be safe!!!!! |
| 17th July 2008 Nicole (friend not sister) :) | Adoption! - From: I'd Rather Be Swimmin' in the Mystic K-ho, I want to adopt one of those Cambodian Children. It is so sad. They are too cute. Glad the snakes and aligators didn't get you, I probably would have had a complete panic attack at that point! Hang in there. Be safe! |
| 17th July 2008 Nicole (sister) | I hate snakes - From: I'd Rather Be Swimmin' in the Mystic OMG, I hate snakes, hate hate hate. Can't even watch them on tv, like on Survivor when they show them on Tribal Council all the time!! And speaking of which, this reminds me of Survivor. A show I love to watch but know from my couch I could never ever do. I have the chills. Icky! And that water, makes me thankful for my water bill, MWRA and all! God Bless Poland Springs. I think it is beyond admirable of you to visit that orphange with gifts. That is an amazing aspect of this trip. May God watch over them all and you my dear sister. We miss you much and can't wait for you to be home. How come it seems like you have been gone for so long already and it's been less then a week that I cried holding on to you in the street at Janice's begging you not to go! Ughh! I am enjoying the blog. Love you so much!! xoxoxox Oh p.s. Jaclyn fell in the driveway yesterday and clipped her head on the fence, she looks rough but she survived. Her head grew into quite an egg instantly! She's tough as nails though, was more upset about the ice I insisted on, then the fall itself. xoxoxoxxo |
| 17th July 2008 Cheryl Brigida | - From: I'd Rather Be Swimmin' in the Mystic Include some pics of you and the girls!!!!! Cheryl |
| 17th July 2008 karen | you're not kidding! - From: I'd Rather Be Swimmin' in the Mystic That water looks rather alarming! Your pictures of the orphanage were beautiful! Did you sing them our Annie song? Anyhoo, thanks for the pictures and story. Be safe traveling! |
| 17th July 2008 ontheroadEandS | To afraid is to know you're alive - From: I'd Rather Be Swimmin' in the Mystic Guardia and good old fashioned poop! That's what was in the water. :P The things that scare you are the details you never forget. |
| 17th July 2008 Eric B | Great photos! - From: I'd Rather Be Swimmin' in the Mystic Your doing a great job with the photos. Its really giving a perspective of the places that you have been and the depth of the people. Great job. How about some photos of you and your crew as well? It would be nice to see how travelled you are. Be good and take care. Eric |
| 17th July 2008 Howell | Sharon - From: Ah Com Tom Tom It's about time. I was starting to think Maine swallowed you up whole. |
| 17th July 2008 Candice | ps - From: Ah Com Tom Tom Kris, I am in awe of your adventure and pictures but you have to know that your ps made me laugh outloud. I didn't see that coming! Keep on having a great (and safe!) time. Looking forward to the next blog. It's like finally getting those postcards drum uncle traveling Mack that I always wanted when watching draggle rock. |
| 17th July 2008 Sarah | WOW! - From: Ah Com Tom Tom a 3 hour cab ride? It sounds like you are having a ball. DId you get to the orphanage? One of the kids I used to see l(for work) lived in a orphanage in Cambodia! I love the pic! Baseball update; The American League won the All-Star game and our own JD drew was the MVP! Miss Ya Thai KHo |
| 17th July 2008 Josee | Sounds like lots of fun - From: Ah Com Tom Tom Kristen I would never put it past you to take a trip like this especially after going to England with you. Sometimes I wish i had the courage to travel like you but it definately not in me. I happy to hear that you are having a great time and will continue to read your blogs througout your trip. |
| 17th July 2008 Lauren | Smelly? - From: Ah Com Tom Tom Kristin I know a little about smells and frankly you do not come to mind. The snakes were fine by me but an orphanage? I might not make it through this. This could be rough. Like a ripple in a pond, Kristin, leave them with a smile. Do your Helen imitation. It always makes me "Howell" My love Lauren |
| 16th July 2008 steph | - From: Ah Com Tom Tom Sorry you smell, but sounds like your'e having the experience of a lifetime! :-) |
| 16th July 2008 Nicole (friend not sister) :) | Flirting! - From: Ah Com Tom Tom Are you flirting with the Cambodian waiter? Ha ha jk. Glad you got there ok, and are still alive. UM, ya so the shower thing...I don't know how you are doing it! Please in your next blog can you include a picture of yourself with your back pack and fanny pack on? Thanks so much. xo stay safe! :) |
| 16th July 2008 mike allen | Pictures - From: Ah Com Tom Tom P.S. get some pictures with you in them!! Donīt be a wimp about it (like I am)! mike |
| 16th July 2008 mike allen | The magic - From: Ah Com Tom Tom Itīs happening. I can read it between your lines. Youīre feeling it. Youīre more alert than ever. You feel really alive. Youīre catching it - the travel bug. Watch out World, Kristinīs coming. mike |
| 16th July 2008 Nicole G | Hello!!!! - From: Ah Com Tom Tom First, I have to say OMG and what were you thinking. (lol) Today is the first day I read your blogs, other plps comments. And I just can't believe your doing this. It sounds exciting but I could NEVER do this. My idea of a vaca is Aruba... lol -I would of cried just because I could only take a back pack. But your a trooper, I have to tell you. You are amazing and inspiring for taking this trip. I wish you the best of luck. I can't wait to see all your pics and stories/adventures at girls night. Have FUN and be SAFE....!!! |
| 16th July 2008 Karen | Now you're Cambodian? - From: Ah Com Tom Tom Everytime I see you posted a blog I get so excited. Your trip looks and sounds amazing so far. The pictures of Cambodia look beautiful. I love the one of the kids sleeping, it really captures the experience. If you get into the orphanage I am sure it will be an amazing experience... I'm sure the title of your next blog will be.. "I'm moving to Cambodia to work in an orphanage". And the best part is, I bet you would! Be safe.. I miss you! |
| 16th July 2008 Lucille | Cambodia - From: Ah Com Tom Tom Well glad to hear that you made it and youare all well. Sounds like a great experience and what the trip is all about. continue to have fun and stay safe. Enjoy reading about your ventures and the photos too. Love Lucille |
| 16th July 2008 Debbie | Great Photos - From: Ah Com Tom Tom Hi Kristin, You are doing a great job....but forget the snake farm!!! OMG!!! Not for me!!! Your photos are great of An....Wat!!! Keep the photos coming! I hope you get into the orphanage! I hate to think of kids having sex!!! Don't want to even think about it !!! Enjoy your visit. Where are you heading next??? Debbie |
| 16th July 2008 auntie ginger | - From: Ah Com Tom Tom You sound really happy and we're glad that you are having a good time. Was'nt sure if you would like it or not. The pics. are great to see. Don't worry about answering anything just be safe and happy. Enjoy and take in all you can. Love ya. |
| 16th July 2008 alyssa | wow... - From: Ah Com Tom Tom what is angkor wat?? it looks amazing... |
| 16th July 2008 MOM | - From: Suckers Smile! Great to hear from you..I look forward to the blogs...I am with Wendy on this one...Any nice air-conditioned hotels with a nice shower???...Sounds like you ladies could really really use one... Be safe Love Mom |
| 16th July 2008 Sharon | - From: Ah Com Tom Tom Wow, I am envious! I thought backpacking across Europe was an adventure, but since I didn't have one day of body odor, I guess I didn't really "rough" it! Glad you are having fun. Miss you.. be safe.. love, sharon |
| 16th July 2008 Maureen | - From: Ah Com Tom Tom Now these are the stories I like! Nice and peaceful. Glad today is much better. Looking forward to the next blog! |
| 16th July 2008 carol | - From: Ah Com Tom Tom Hi Kristin, So nice to hear from you again. It seems like you are really enjoying yourself. Please take care and be safe. Counting the days until I receive a message that you are back home and safe. God Bless. Love, Carol |
| 16th July 2008 Maureen | Relieved! - From: Ah Com Tom Tom Kristen, I can hear your excitement and sense of complete joy this whole experience is bringing you. But, I am sure there is some heartbreak in there too. You will take away a great deal of compassion (not that you didn't have it already) and a entire new appreciation for owning a U.S. passport. I am so glad you are having a truly fantastic time. There is no better teacher than traveling. You will have to plan my next trip for me. Love this blog of yours. Love Maureen |
| 16th July 2008 Howell | Beth - From: What Day Is It? Hey, any word on where you'll be next year? I still don't know but I'm hoping to be at the Brooks. I really hope to hear soon. Thanks for joining! |
| 16th July 2008 Howell | Maureen - From: Suckers Smile! Back from Colorado! I hate snakes too, but it kinda gave me a thrill. Hopefully, they won't get too close. Thanks for joining! |
| 16th July 2008 Howell | Mary - From: Suckers Smile! Actually, we were told not to suck out the venom or tie off the area. We are to keep the area stable, pray and hope there is a horse close by we can drain for blood. |
| 16th July 2008 Howell | Nik - From: Suckers Smile! No, that movie title DID NOT make me think of you. I thought of it walking in the streets of Bangkok. I could feel the bad air filling my lungs and felt so guilty. I'll need to do something good for my body when I get back. |
| 16th July 2008 Howell | Karen White - From: Suckers Smile! Hey, any snakes on the Vineyard I could milk? I may be able to make a thing of it on the island. |
| 16th July 2008 Howell | UB - From: Suckers Smile! Thai hot peppers? No way. I had something with my spring rolls last night too hot for me. |
| 16th July 2008 Howell | Chucky and Wendy - From: Suckers Smile! Hey Guys! Thanks for checking in. I promise, no eating or drinking until I return in 6 weeks. |
| 16th July 2008 Howell | Jamian - From: Suckers Smile! You kill me! All is well, but it's nice to know you are "on call" if I'm in trouble. |
| 16th July 2008 Howell | Marcus - From: Suckers Smile! Marcus, your shirt has come in handy. I'm wearing it now actually. I promise to take some pictures of it for you. I may need another one when I return so start thinking of some designs. |
| 16th July 2008 Howell | Danielle - From: 5 days and counting Hey Danielle! You should think about going on your honeymoon here. It's becoming a popular destination. |
| 16th July 2008 Howell | Bonnie - From: What Day Is It? Thanks for joining Bonnie! Hope you are enjoying your summer. |
| 16th July 2008 Nicole (sister) | Another sigh of relief - From: Ah Com Tom Tom It is good to hear from you. I've wondered where in the world, literally, you have been and what you are experiencing the last couple days. All is well here. You sound wonderful so that is another sigh of relief for all of us on this side of your vacation. Jaclyn is already calling for Auuunntieeeee so beware! I think I am too!!! We miss and love you, God Bless and be safe. |
| 16th July 2008 Bonnie | Thanks for the pictures - From: What Day Is It? Hi Kristen, I am so exicted for you. Thanks for doing this blog and including me. I feel like I am there, but sitting at home. The pictures of the temple and the Budda are beautiful. I can't wait to see more of your journey. Stay safe!! Love, Bonnie |
| 16th July 2008 Danielle Marino | - From: 5 days and counting honestly, im looking at your pics and reading your blog and there is only one thing i can say.. NICOLE, i definately agree with you post about having a totaly different vacation in mind. Cocktails, beach rest, sleep ,sun, plush bedding...Howell, i do commend you for your courage,but girlfriend you need to pamper yourself next summer. Milan, Paris , flippen Cape Cod.. anything ,but this crazy stuff! |
| 16th July 2008 danielle marino | - From: What Day Is It? Remember do NOT sit on any toilets!!!!,,,hahaha have fun |
| 15th July 2008 Wendy | DEAR LORD.......... - From: Suckers Smile! Is there a nearby Marriott Hotel?????? Because that is where I would be! God love ya Kris! I could never ever do it. Can't wait for you to come home. Chuck says hello and don't eat or drink ANYTHING until you get home. :) |
| 15th July 2008 Christina | Sexy Show - From: Suckers Smile! Today I went to get a pedicure and a sweet little Vietnamese lady kindly did my toes. We got to talking about summer plans and of course me going to Thailand came up. She told me that Thailand was beautiful, however she said the most important thing I should do in Bangkok was go to a Sexy Show to see the tranvestites! It was so unexpected. She then mentioned how I should go get a Thai Massage and take tuk tuks rather than cabs. She was so excited for me to see the Sexy Show I found it quite disturbing. Now, I can't wait to get there! See you soon, Check Yahoo mail if you can...I'm replying to your email you send. Thai- Teenie OUT! |
| 15th July 2008 jamian | - From: Suckers Smile! ok, my maternal instincts just kicked it....snake farms, venom, rude people, possible bus rides!! I'm coming to get you and bring you home! Love you, BE SAFE! Jamian |
| 15th July 2008 marcus | - From: Suckers Smile! Hello Thai Kho, It is marco ko and with nothing to do I am very, very, very, bored i do have some plans were going to mount killington wich is kinda creapy like the snake farm PEace out, marcus |
| 15th July 2008 Kathy N | Not Exactly the Phila Zoo - From: Suckers Smile! Hi Kristin - sounds like you're off to a great start - Snakes???? - I hope that Dramamine fit in that little back pack!! Hope the scenery keeps your mind off the ride - Keep sending those pics - I like to follow in your footsteps from my airconditioned home- Ha! Stay well and TAKE CARE!!! Love, Kathy |
| 15th July 2008 ontheroadEandS | Congrats - From: Suckers Smile! 2 days down...are you counting? |
| 15th July 2008 Lori McGuire | Snake Milk? - From: Suckers Smile! The whole snake milk thing freaks me out a little, but definitely the better of the 2 that you had to pick from... So happy for you Kristin, people say they'll do things like this but time goes by and it never happens.. enjoy every minute and be safe.. We will see you @ Sept's girls night!!! Love reading about your adventures and can't wait to see more pics.. |
| 15th July 2008 Dutch Uncle | First Few Days - From: Suckers Smile! So, you just get there and you become a Strret Walker, then you're off milking snakes-such behavior from a School Marm! Did you try any of the Thai Hot Peppers? Maybe you can smuggle some home from me. ~UB~ PS: You always make me proud... |
| 15th July 2008 Karen | snake milking... interesting choice! - From: Suckers Smile! Your spelling is fine stop obsessing! The snake milking trip sounds eventful.. too bad you missed the actual milking:( You are brave to endure a 13 hour bus ride. I'm sure the sights and smells will make for an interesting story. I'm looking forward more pictures! Be safe.I miss you! |
| 14th July 2008 Nicole | Snake Nightmares! - From: Suckers Smile! Yes, I do believe I will have nightmares about snakes! Ughh, I hope you did not have to pay more then $1.00 to do that. :) Glad you are on this adventure and I am home in the AC house. :) Love the pics, have fun good luck in Cambodia, if you get there. Saying more prayers! PS-why did RUN FAT boy RUN, make you think of me???? |
| 14th July 2008 Maureen | - From: Suckers Smile! You're brave/nuts; I hate snakes!! Just reading your blog was freaking me out! I can’t even imagine what it’s like over there. You're going to have great stories! Be careful!!!! Maureen |
| 14th July 2008 Mary | WTF - From: Suckers Smile! Kristin "Marie" FYI if you were to get bit by a snake you make an x over the bite and suck out the venom with your mouth. That info was per my 7th grade biology teacher just so you know. Who knew Mr Larkin would come in handy at this stage in the game!!! I hope you enjoyed yourself...I think I would have still been waiting in the tuk tuk for you to come out of the farm but thats why your you and I am me. Miss you lots girl! |
| 14th July 2008 judypino11 | - From: Suckers Smile! Sounds like all is going well!! I am enjoying reading your blog and the pictures too. After this, I.m sure Wildwood will be boring!!! |
| 14th July 2008 Lucille | WOW!! - From: Suckers Smile! Hi, Well your initiation period is now almost done....... ? I'm sure there is a way to Cambodia and you will eventually find it. Interesting day to get to the snake farm et al. Can't wait for photos. Enjoy Cambodia, stay safe and keep on blogging. You are amazing with all your ambition. You can and will achieve anything that you want to as well as get to anywhere that you want too. Love Lucille P.S. Your sisters good bye entry did me in today when I read it. |
| 14th July 2008 Beth | u made it! - From: What Day Is It? Hey Kristin-have fun and I can't wait to read your next blog! Be safe! |
| 14th July 2008 Maureen | OMG - From: Suckers Smile! Are you friggin nuts! Why would you want to go see snakes? I love your stories but not liking this one! I just love reading all about your travels however I'm with your mom on this one.....HAIL MARY FULL OF GRACE, AND BLESS KRISTIN! |
| 14th July 2008 MOM | - From: Suckers Smile! WELL WASN'T THAT ONE FUN-FILLED DAY!!! aHHHHHHHHH I WOULD TAKE THE MASSAGE IN A MINUTE...LOVE MOM |
| 14th July 2008 Lauren | I Knew that! - From: Suckers Smile! You are loving it- but I knew that! Please include as many new words as you can. I am studying Thai in case I need to come join you. ?Donde esta' meine jungen ami, en las tuk tuk? Kristen among the many things I love about you, I value highly your rapier insight and insightful wit. Hands, roller coaster, ride. Brilliant, I can see you now. Your blog is making this beauty queen's summer. LOL My love. Lauren |
| 14th July 2008 Nicole (sister) | WHY? - From: Suckers Smile! I've tried to take a deep breathe and really be more open when reading these blogs ---- this has closed me right back up. Why would you travel 28 hrs for a six week trip for this???? Snake milking, horse blood, lizards, crocodiles, a 13 hour bus/roller coaster ride to Cambodia??? ICK! Ya know, they spotted a Bobcat in the woods at the end of my street - let alone the already known coyotes, bunnies, turkey vultures, dogs, cats, turkeys -- see you could have gone for a 28 min walk and had quite an adventure not leaving Meffa! Anywho, all is well here - Red Sox are in first place at the All Star Break. Blog/email again soon - I'm waiting!!! Love you!!!!!!!! |
| 14th July 2008 Eric B | New from Hood! - From: Suckers Smile! SNAKE MILK. What a way to start a morning with a little snake milk in your Lucky Charms. It's that extra kick that you need to get your day started right. Now with extra shot of horse blood, it really keeps the kids happy. Get yours today at your local shopping store. Waring. Snake milk has side effects.... like death. If death acures, please see your local undertaker. |
| 14th July 2008 MOM | - From: What Day Is It? SO HAPPY TO HEAR YOU GOT THERE SAFELY AND YOU WERE OK ON THE FLIGHT...ARE ANY OF THOSE PICTURES YOU SENT ON KHOAN SAN RD YOUR HOTEL ??? HAPPY THAT PART OF THE TRIP IS OVER...HAVE A GREAT TIME AND PLEASE BE CAREFUL..."HAIL MARY FULL OF GRACE" ...........LOVE MOM |
| 14th July 2008 Kerry724 | - From: What Day Is It? Glad you made it there safely!!! I miss you already!! Please be careful!! Love Kerry :) |
| 13th July 2008 Sarah | You made it!!! - From: What Day Is It? I was thinking about you last night. I am glad that your flight was good, and you made it safe. I miss you! Hope you have a great adventure. |
| 13th July 2008 Mary | Happy you made it safely! - From: What Day Is It? Kristin I hope you get some sleep! I am glad you made it there safely. Can't wait to see more pictures and hear more stories. Miss you already! |
| 13th July 2008 Camille Fargo | WoW!!! - From: What Day Is It? Yea! Kristin!! I am so excited for you. You are a trailblazer, and I am going to enjoy living vicariously through you over the next weeks or so. Be careful, take many pictures, and keep up the bullet blogs! I like 'em... your quick wit and character is not lost!!! :) Missing you!! Camille |
| 13th July 2008 Jeana | This is Awesome - From: What Day Is It? I am going to enjoy reading this blog of yours! I hope you're having a great time.......heard you had some visitors from New Jersey this past week. My mother was so determined to get there and of course I just started working that week. Be safe and thinking of your exciting trip - not sure about next year!!! |
| 13th July 2008 auntie ginger | - From: What Day Is It? Hi there; glad you arrived safely. Love the pics. Can't believe it took so long and that the food was not to good. By the way how is the place that you're staying. Well get some rest and look forward to hearing more about your travel. Love ya. |
| 13th July 2008 carol | Thank God - From: What Day Is It? Kristin, I am so happy you arrived safely. Remember what I said, " You better not ever complain about flying to NJ. " Take care and please be careful. I am praying for you everyday. Carol |
| 13th July 2008 karen | You made it! - From: What Day Is It? You write as a seasoned blogger! Your passages are full of description and colorful, humorous detail... I am impressed! It seems as though both you and Eric/Stephanie have lost track of time, a true mark of a world traveler. I am so excited to hear of your adventures. You have seemed to accomplish a lot in such a short time. I can't wait for more. Please make sure we see you in some pictures.. I would have loved to have seen your forehead covered in gold flakes! Be safe and write often. |
| 13th July 2008 Cheryl Brigida | - From: What Day Is It? I'm so glad you made it! I don't think I could last 26 hours on a flight with my jumpy legs....Get some rest, be safe, and have fun!!!! Until next time, Your bbf...Cheryl |
| 13th July 2008 mike allen | Itīs Sunday, I think - From: What Day Is It? Itīs great to read your blog now youīre finally underway - you seem very excited - Spelling is rubbish though! ( just joking!) Homeland items: 1. Remember to argue about prices - you need to find out from people how much standard things should cost now and be willing to bargain for everything: from hotels, to water, tuk tuk rides to stuff your īīfriendīī was selling. If you take a picture of someone it might cost you on the Khou San road! 2. Be polite but firm if you donīt want something!! Khop Khun Khap for the cat pic! Remember: My Kow Jai! Hurray, sheīs away! canīt wait to read more! mike |
| 13th July 2008 Nicole | Sister sigh of relief - From: What Day Is It? Well I'm breathing again now that you are at least on the ground. Although I do believe you could get some of these same pictures in Chinatown right down Route 93 but I'll let it pass for now. Thanks for the email and the blog update. You have kept your promise so far - hate promise breakers!!! We miss you and love you! Have fun and be very safe! |
| 13th July 2008 Lucille | What Day Is It? - From: What Day Is It? HI, Jsut had to let you know I read your blog then one from Eric and Steph that was done before your and you both had the same title. What Day Is It? Have you been in communication and talking and planned this or what??????? I thought I was seeing things. It goes to show if it was not planned that great friends really do think alike., no matter where they are. Just had to let you know. Let me know if this was planned or just by vibes or something. Love Lucille |
| 13th July 2008 Lucille | What Day Is It - From: What Day Is It? Hi, Well you made it there, I knew you would. Does it seem real yet??? Sounds like an interesting first day . It is only a sign of what is yet to come. Enjoy and stay safe. Can't wait for the next blog. Love Lucille |
| 12th July 2008 karen | and your off! - From: Today is the Day love your before pictures..really sets the mood:) I have butterflies in my stomach for you. I cannot even imagine that plane ride..yikes! I am proud of you and to think you hate to fly. Have fun.. I am waiting for that first true travel blog. |
| 12th July 2008 Christina | Too much fun - From: Today is the Day Thai KHo, You better not have too much fun before I get there. Be safe and calm...I'll be there to take care of you soon. Uh that back pack looks a little full. I hope you upped the amount of clothes you brought. I have a feeling you will be asking to borrow mine! Hope you survived the flight (remember that is the hardest part for you). I have a few fun toys that will keep us entertained. You will love some of the gadgets! See you soon! Thai Teenie OUT |
| 12th July 2008 Jen | Wow - From: Today is the Day First of all..I'm very impressed with the packing for a 6 week journey. I'm packing for my ONE week cruise and I am having a hard time fitting into two large suitcases! You are in the air now, and by the time you get on the ground, I will be out at sea, braving the waves of Hurricane Bertha (I'm trying to make my cruise sound adventurous...but I can't top elephant rides and mosquito nets). Anyway, if I happen to miss you while you have access to a computer, have a great few days in Bankok and enjoy your trip to Cambodia. Please be careful! Love u. xo |
| 12th July 2008 Danielle | WOW!! - From: Today is the Day Kristin, What an amazing adventure .... Have a wonderful time!! Danielle |
| 12th July 2008 auntie ginger | Good Luck - From: Today is the Day Kris; its not unusual for you to feel the way you do. Once. you get there things will look different. Just enjoy yourself and be careful. Love ya. |
| 12th July 2008 Tanya & Marcus | have a great & safe journey... - From: Today is the Day Hi Kristin, Marcus and I are excited for you. I'm sure the nervous energy will lessen once you begin your journey. We wish you the best and look foward to reading about all of your adventures! Tanya & Marcus |
| 12th July 2008 mike allen | Faith - From: Today is the Day You are going to have a great time. All your nervousness will peak at Bangkok airport then slowly diminish. Within a week you feel relaxed, excited, transcendent, revitalized. If Iīm wrong, Iīll buy the first round whern we get back! mike |
| 12th July 2008 eric | HA HA HA HA - From: Today is the Day 2 weeks from now you will be quite seasoned. 4 weeks from now you'll wonder why you were ever worried. 1 week from now you'll probably still be shitting from the culture shock, or the change in food. I'm excited and nervous for you. It will be grand. Steph and I still aren't quite used to indonesia. The people are far more agressive than Thailand and Laos. See you in SE Asia! |
| 12th July 2008 Dre | - From: Today is the Day I cant beleive you fit that all into your bag..... Have a great time.... and be safe.... cant wait to read all your stories..... Love Andrea <3 |
| 12th July 2008 Nicole | Oh boy! - From: Today is the Day Hey K-Ho!Well let's see it's 9pm on Friday night, you have 2 hours down of flying only 1 1/2 days to go. I could vomit thinking about it! Hope you are doing ok! Can't wait to hear about your flight. Saying prayers for you everyday! :) |
| 12th July 2008 Bonnie | Good Luck - From: Today is the Day Hi Kristen, I am really excited for you! I think what you are doing is wonderful. Even though I am not as adventureous as you (not in the least) I will live this journey through you. When I go "down the shore" overnight, I take more than you are taking for your entire trip!!!!! Not that this is a good thing. I did see that you are taking Eckhart along with you. What a great companion. I can't wait to read and see your journey. (Now I can understand how you stayed in that convent when you first came to New Jersey.) Stay safe and have a great time. Love, Bonnie |
| 12th July 2008 Andrea | You can do it! - From: Today is the Day Go get 'em Kristin!! You fit a lot of things into that backpack! |
| 12th July 2008 Lucille | .....and your off!!!! - From: Today is the Day Hey Thai Kho, The time is now, relax, enjoy, have fun and stay safe. I'm sure this will be an amazing experience for you. I will be following along the journey. Love Lucille |
| 12th July 2008 tyla | hi Ms. howell - From: Today is the Day hi miss howell are you excited about your adventure ? i wish i was going but i cant i have a math work booklet to do this summer and 2 books to read you get adventure so i guess the only way i'll get adventure is if i look bat your udated pictures please reply, Tyla Tognarelli |
| 11th July 2008 Eric B | There she goes.... - From: Today is the Day Off to see the Wizard? Don't forget to bring back fortune cookies. |
| 11th July 2008 Eric B | There she goes.... - From: Today is the Day Hey... can you bring me back some chicken fingers and spare ribs? No MSG please. And maybe some white rice. Thanks so much. Have a blast... And don't take any wooden fortune cookies. |
| 11th July 2008 Nicole | Sister Anxiety - From: Today is the Day Ok, she really is going. ~sigh~ Dropped her off to the Bailey's to go to Logan. And yes, I did cry and hold on to her for dear life begging her not to go in the middle of the street. (I have witnesses to prove this happened.) I promised Kristin if anyone abducts her I will search the rest of my life for her. Probably should have thought of something more clever to say or at least nice, like I love you, have fun, we'll miss you. But nope, that was all that I could get out! Then I said Our Fathers and Hail Marys the whole ride home, sobbing, while Jaclyn sang the alphabet in the back. Then thought, how will I ever get thru Jaclyn going on a vacation? College?? Hell, Kindergarten!!!!?? Kristin hasn't even taken off and I'm waiting for the next blog entry. Is it Sun or Monday yet?? This'll be the first summer I wish away. (minus the one I was pregnant and swollen in) Kris, I miss you terrible already and feel so lonely without you. But I guess I could say my farewell now -- I love you, I miss you and have fun! |
| 11th July 2008 Maureen | Be careful! - From: Today is the Day Kristin, Be careful and enjoy this unbelievable adventure. Can't wait to read more. |
| 11th July 2008 Sarah | go Thai K-Ho - From: Today is the Day Kristin, have the time of you life! Enjoy yourself..Be safe. Have a safe flight. I can't wait to hear about your adventure. Love Ya!!! |
| 11th July 2008 jamian | that bag!! - From: Today is the Day are you kidding me!!! my pocketbook is bigger than that! have a great time and be SAFE. |
| 11th July 2008 alyssa | OMG that backpack is the same size as the purse i use every day - From: Today is the Day it is definitely scary to leave everyone and everything for a while to try something new, but i am positive the strong and brave thai-kho will be ready to go as soon as you step foot off the plane! the thing i can't get over is how little you are bringing, when i went to italy for a month i took 2 gigantic suitcases!!! already your pics made me laugh, i can't wait to see more. have a safe and amazing trip!!! love a |
| 11th July 2008 Debbie | Have Fun - From: Today is the Day Have Fun Kristin and be careful. I'll see you when you get back. Love, Deb |
| 11th July 2008 MOM | - From: 5 days and counting I think I got a little teary on the way to work today. This seemed so far away and here it is....Please be careful. After reading some of the comments make sure you keep your shirt on...Love Mom |
| 11th July 2008 Melissa Garvey | Have a WONDERFUL Trip!! - From: 5 days and counting Hey Kristin, I hope you have a wonderful time on your trip!! Stay safe and and I can't wait to read about all of your adventures!! |
| 11th July 2008 Andrea | Wow! - From: 5 days and counting Kristin, you are amazing! Have a wonderful trip and be safe! I can't wait to hear all about it! Keep us posted with your blogs! :) |
| 10th July 2008 Howell | Off Duty Nurse Mary - From: 5 days and counting FYI yourself! If I need a nurse and can't hunt down Cindy, you and Nik are on the top of my list. Any advice you give me is better than me thinking back to my favorite ER episode from 1999. Doug Ross never went to SEA, although Benton traveled after Greene died. Be on alert! |
| 10th July 2008 Mary | FYI I am off duty - From: 5 days and counting For any medical ?'s you will have to reserve Cindy...international medicine is not my specialty! I miss you already. Have a great time and be safe my friend! |
| 10th July 2008 Janine | WOW - From: 5 days and counting Kristin-Wow what a trip. I'm worried about getting sea sick cruising to Bermuda I sure as hell wouldn't want to worry about "Thai Belly" it just sounds scary! You are going to have memories that are going to last you a lifetime. Be SAFE and I can't wait to read about your adventures on the blog! |
| 10th July 2008 Melissa Murphy | have the time of your life! - From: 5 days and counting hey girl, just saw the link to your blog on facebook. what a great idea. i am SO excited for you, you are going to have such an amazing experience. hmm and let's see- frizzy hair or blood-sucking leeches? i think i'd go with frizzy hair, although leeching IS supposed to have health benefits ;) anyways be safe, take TONS of pictures- make sure you have enough memory cards. the last thing you want to do is be in the jungle and see "memory card full" on your LCD screen. OH and as for headlamps- jamie loves his (yes he is a dork) it is his favorite camping supply ever. We'll have to get together after I come back from the west coast and we can swap travel stories, although something tells me yours will be a bit more wild. Happy trails! |
| 9th July 2008 Howell | UB - From: 5 days and counting Hey UB! I'm so glad you joined. Hope I make you proud. Don't worry, I'm really not the type to throw a tantrum or start shouting, but who knows what I'll be like when I'm hot, hungry and dehydrated. |
| 9th July 2008 Howell | Pres and FL - From: 5 days and counting Very funny! I thought I couldn't even show my shoulders or legs while I'm away, let alone topless. I really hope I don't get whipped in the streets. It would make a cool story, but would really put a damper on my travels. |
| 9th July 2008 Howell | Ash - From: 5 days and counting I know, kinda wild! Never know, maybe you can join the next trip. Yes, I'll be able to post pictures. I've been online to review some picture taking tips. Hope to make you proud. |
| 9th July 2008 Howell | Tyla - From: Three Weeks To Go Hey You! I'm SO SO excited you joined my blog. How has your summer been so far? Do you already know what you are wearing for your first day of middle school? I imagine you making that a top priority. Tell Mom, Dad and Hunter I say hello. Talk with you soon! |
| 9th July 2008 ontheroadEandS | Bathing suits - From: 5 days and counting For the record...The First Lady brought 3 and may very well buy 3 more before this trip is over. Just remember, you only need the bottoms in Thailand, tops are frowned upon! |
| 8th July 2008 Tyla | hi Ms. Howell - From: Three Weeks To Go hi Ms. Howell i am so happy that i found you on here i almost gave up but i didn't i hope you send me pictures from your journey also please reply to me .i thought you were bringing toilet paper too LOL please reply, Tyla Tognarelli P.S. don't forget about me L.O.L |
| 8th July 2008 ash | WHAT?!! - From: 5 days and counting hey kris, i know i haven't been in touch in quite some time now, so i am completely shocked and extremely excited for you! you know how much i love to travel, so you can imagine how jealous i am of your trip!! i hope you have an amazing, adventurous, exciting and safe trip. please be sure to take a million photos, enjoy every moment, and be safe! i hope to be more intouch with you other than e-mail when you get back! i will be checking your blog to hear of all your adventures! have fun! i miss you and love you. ~ash |
| 8th July 2008 Jane | Hope you have a wonderful adventure! - From: 5 days and counting Kristin, You are so amazing! I can't wait to hear about all of your discoveries and adventures. Make sure to be safe and careful.....most of all enjoy every minute!!!!! I love you and miss you!!!! Jane |
| 8th July 2008 stephanie | - From: 5 days and counting OK, Tai Belly- *shudder*! I've never considered myself a "girly girl", well, not TOO much. And I love a good adventure, and to travel is awesome, but, GOD forbid I had to pack for 6 weeks, and fit it all in a back pack! You are truly the family daredevil! Please be careful Kris, your'e still my little cousin you know! Maybe I'll get to see u thursday before you go. I'll be back to working in Medford, and I'm gonna try to stop by Corinne's on my break. |
| 8th July 2008 Your Dutch Uncle | Sawatdee! - From: 5 days and counting Don't forget to smile a lot (should be easy for you.) If you get upset about anything, do not make a fuss-stay calm. Thai people will ignore you if start shouting. Have a safe trip and bring back lots of pictures. Sawatdee, ~UB~ |
| 8th July 2008 karen | You're on your way! - From: 5 days and counting Well, Howell it is finally happening! I have to say my stomach is full of butterflies. Mostly, because I am so excited to follow you along this journey(of course, the butterflies are about how I will benefit from this trip:) Anyhoo, it is amazing to watch to you in action. Once you get an idea in your head there is really no stopping you. I know this trip is going to be amazing and you are going to have the time of your life! I still think you should bring two bathing suits! |
| 8th July 2008 Howell | President Paci - From: 5 days and counting Thanks for the info. I'm now starting to pack and repack daily. Blogging is my new favorite hobby!! |
| 8th July 2008 Mr. President | What not to bring - From: 5 days and counting Steph brought: 1 pr zippy pants 1 long skirt 1 dress 2 long sleeve light weight tops 5 tank tops 1 short sleeve blouse 3 pr socks...yet to be worn 7 prs underwear things bought: 1 sarong 1 sun hat 1 pr of funky indo pants The only thing she wishes she had was a hoody (mainly cuz it rained for 16 hrs straight and we were both chilly) a couple t-shirts instead of all tank tops just somethin to think about check it out www.mytb.org/ontheroadeands won't it be funny when these 2 blogs intertwine |
| 8th July 2008 Howell | JOHN!!! - From: 5 days and counting Hey John! It's so wonderful to hear from you. How's your summer been so far? I want to be completely updated on any middle school info while I'm away. Hopefully I'll be able to post some really cool pictures for you to check out. You may even see a familiar face or two in the crowd... |
| 8th July 2008 Howell | Danielle - From: 5 days and counting Hey You! I'm so happy you checked in. I get back right before the big day. You must be so excited! Hope to hear from you again. |
| 8th July 2008 John | Here's Johnny! - From: 5 days and counting Hi Miss Howell, I'm excited to hear you're leaving, but I'll be so sad because I'll only be able to email you :( Have a good trip, and I'll read every blog post that you put up. |
| 8th July 2008 danielle Marino | - From: 5 days and counting Hey Howell, have a great time and be safe... Remember to wiggle REALLY good when you pee. in the jungle!.And do not sit on any toilet seat!!! hahaha |
| 7th July 2008 Howell | Debbie - From: 5 days and counting Thanks for following along!! Should be interesting. Enjoy your summer. |
| 7th July 2008 Debbie | Good Luck and God Bless! - From: 5 days and counting You go girl! Have a great trip! Yes, I must add....be so careful! OK I'm your mother's age!!!! Today I was in a class with Danielle S. Billy's wife. She said he is doing GREAT! She is a doll, just like you! I can't wait to follow your journey! Have fun!!! Love, Debbie |
| 7th July 2008 Howell | Prison - From: 5 days and counting Hey there! I have no idea who you are and hope you yourself have not been to prison. You're more than welcome to join the journey as long as your record is clear. |
| 7th July 2008 Howell | Jeana - From: Three Weeks To Go Good idea Jeana, I will blame this all on Judy. Glad you'll be reading along as I'm away. You never know, maybe you'll want to join next year's trip? |
| 7th July 2008 Howell | Mike - From: 5 days and counting I was actually going to go for less, not more. Feel like I'm bringing too much! What else can I get rid of? |
| 7th July 2008 mike allen | friendly faces and pick up lines - From: 5 days and counting Iīm afraid the number of bad pick up lines is likely to escalate not diminish while youīre away. This will be balanced by impossibly large numbers of friendly faces. One of the things I love about travel is the instant deep friendships that happen when people meet far from home. Itīs like youīve known these people for years, but you only met them yesterday! Iīve got three long sleeve tech fabric shirts, three pair of zip off trousers, 4 pair of socks. Iīd take a bit more if I were you. One of the routines is having to hand wash your clothes, then have them dry in time for travel or use. Consider, long sleeved shirts rather than tank tops - cuts down on the amount of repellant you need to put on. Remember, day biting mosquitos give you dengue, night biters give you malaria. Therefore, avoid getting bitten as much as possible. Donīt necessarily follow the scantily clad hordes, who will swear they never get bit! This was a Homeland Broadcast, brought to you courtesy of mike |
| 7th July 2008 Jeana | Wow.... - From: Three Weeks To Go I hope you have the best time of your life..........now I have to agree with your sister Nicole - give me the all-inclusive islands anyday over nets, backpacks, pills and whatever else you needed to do. I know you will have an awesome time - take lots of pictures and make sure you keep us posted!! Remember - when the place is really bad - think of how I acted in Mykanos and please don't act that way. Enjoy the trip!!! We'll be thinking of you here in New Jersey....I know Nicole - you can curse that Judy, trips around the world and running marathons!!! What next???? |
| 7th July 2008 Wendy | WOW! - From: 5 days and counting I can't believe you are really going. I am proud of you but worrried sick just because that is what I do. I know you will be fine and you will make a difference to everyone you come across on your trip. Take lots of pictures. Chuck has been having nightmares about this trip ever since you told him. He will be fine! He worries like me! Love ya kiddo! |
| 7th July 2008 Buhdayduh | Way more creative than "California" - From: 5 days and counting It's prison right? You are going to prison. If not, then I do think you should consider it as an option, prison will be way more fun. |
| 7th July 2008 Howell | Candice - From: 5 days and counting Candice, speechless?! Oh my! |
| 7th July 2008 Candice | Fanny Pack - From: 5 days and counting A fanny pack?!? I hope it's at least cute. =) You comment about leaches just made my stomach turn. I've lost anything clever I was going to say. Good luck and BE CAREFUL! |
| 7th July 2008 Howell | Dale - From: 5 days and counting You know what, everyone needs their own fanny pack and head lamp, it was only a matter of time before I had to purchase my own. Thanks for the offer! |
| 7th July 2008 Howell | Jen - From: 5 days and counting I am dissappointed I won't have my hair straightener with me, but I'd rather pack salt to easily remove any leeches that may silently cling to me while exploring the rainforest. It was a difficult decision, one I hope not to regret. |
| 7th July 2008 Howell | Nik - From: 5 days and counting I leave Bangkok on Tuesday, August 19th and arrive in Boston Wednesday, August 20th @ 7:30AM. |
| 7th July 2008 Howell | Thai Belly - From: 5 days and counting Thai Belly is just a nickname, but I'll leave it to your imagination to what it does to your insides. Hopefully, I'll never find out! Yes, you are without a doubt my older sister. We just happen to take two very different paths to get where we are going. You make the bed, I jump on the bed! |
| 7th July 2008 Nicole (sister) | Hey, other Nicole.. - From: 5 days and counting Remember to say that you are her friend Nicole and not her sister Nicole - I'm sure our blogs will vary drastically so you may not want anyone thinking you are me!! haa! |
| 7th July 2008 Dale | fanny pack - From: 5 days and counting I wish you had told me, You could have borrowed my fanny pack and headlamp! Love, happy traveling and be safe! |
| 7th July 2008 Jennifer Conti | This is really happening.. - From: 5 days and counting Kris, I finally got the email for the blog!! But now that I am updated...I am beginning to realize that you are really going...and SOON! That makes me feel lots of things, including but not limited to: sadness, anxiety, excitement and curiosity. Coming from someone who doesn't travel well without my pillow and flat iron, I find it amazing/terrifying to read the list of items you are bringing. It also makes me realize how strong of a person you are, and how much you have grown into yourself. And despite my thoughts that you should've have taken a Mediterranean cruise, I am proud of you for following through with your dreams. You have done this over and over throughout the past few years and it truly is inspiring. I hope you have the time of your life and look forward to being mortified/amazed by your adventures. Please be careful! Lots of love, Jen xo P.S. I would have loved a picture of you with the head lamp and fanny pack. |
| 7th July 2008 Nicole | A few more things.... - From: 5 days and counting OK, so when do you officailly come back, I know I have asked you a bazillion times! I think you need to bring hair elastics, a hat, and gum! Those are musts, and should fit somewhere in that 2650 cubic square foot bag! Gonna Miss ya lots....<3 Nicole |
| 7th July 2008 Nicole | Are we really sisters??? - From: 5 days and counting Well just read thru this and have decided although we look so much alike, I question our bloodline!?!? We have such different ideas of vacation. I want to go some place warm, eat tons of good food, poop in a real toilet, sleep in a comfy plush bed, have every meal made and cleaned up for me, every bed made for me and every bathroom cleaned for me all while I'm sitting by the pool with a Pina Colada. I mean seriously - a rope? duct tape? I'm saying the Hail Mary and Our Father now. Please be safe.....I think I may be coming down with a case of Thai Belly myself just reading this blog??!?!? WTF is that anyways!? Ya know what, never mind. If you get it, just stay away long enough to not infect Jaclyn! Miss you already! |
| 5th July 2008 mike allen | Cīmon - From: Three Weeks To Go Cīmon girl, give us an update. Whatīs happening? How many times have you packed and repacked? Do you have your net together yet? Have you got waterproof carry sacks for inside your pack? What ever you think you need, cut it in half. If you try walking a couple of miles with your pack it will get the message through. If you donīt believe me, try it! Remember; your pack is now your home. Are you excited? What about the job update? Cīmon girl, feed me - Iīm a thousand miles from nowhere - give me something! mike |
| 3rd July 2008 Howell | - From: Three Weeks To Go Karen, I expect a blog from the Vineyard or at least when you go to CU. You are my constant...no matter where we end up come September. Oh, and no making fun of my outfits while I'm away. Stacy and Clinton will be so ashamed of me! |
| 3rd July 2008 Howell | - From: Three Weeks To Go I know! Poor Gram... she is so freightened. Luckily she'll have the Red Sox to keep her busy while I'm away. Thanks for checking the blog! |
| 3rd July 2008 Stephanie | - From: Three Weeks To Go I think it's awesome to travel and explore the world! , but please be careful! I love to travel, but I think, comfy hotel rooms with showers, so your'e a braver girl than I! We will live your adventures vicariously through this blog. But don't forget to send auntie corinne a telegram if you get kidnapped by a revolutionary army LOL! |
| 1st July 2008 Eileen | 9 days away from the trip of your life! - From: Three Weeks To Go Hey Kristen, I can't believe in 9 days you will be embarking on this incredible journey. Please be careful....but have the time of your life! I can't wait to see pictures and hear all the stories (although I'm not sure know how much detail I want you to go into regarding certain shows that you may or may not being seeing...i.e. ping pong). I'll be reading your blog every time you post and keeping your sister sane and grounded after she reads them (you know she's a nervous wreck...right!). Have a great time! Love ya, Eileen |
| 30th June 2008 karen | You are my inspiration! - From: Three Weeks To Go You are my constant! I am continually inspired by your drive and ambition. You motivate me to set goals and actually complete them! I can't wait to follow your journey through Malaysia! It is comforting to know you're never but a blog away:) |
| 26th June 2008 Candice | WOW! - From: Three Weeks To Go Kris, I can't believe you're doing this! Sounds awesome. Be careful and have an incredible life changing time! I'll be looking forward to reading all about it. CC |
| 26th June 2008 Mom | - From: Three Weeks To Go Can't say that Malaria Pills, Shots, and Sewing a Net is what I call a vacation but if anyone can do it you certainly can...Please be careful and leave the net there when you come back. Love Mom |
| 25th June 2008 Bonnie | Wonderful! - From: Three Weeks To Go Dear Kristin, How exciting for you!!! I can't wait to hear all about your adventure. You have truly transformed yourself -- body, mind, and spirit. Stay safe! |
| 24th June 2008 Kathy N | HAPPY TRAILS!!!!! - From: Three Weeks To Go Kristen - I know that you'll have a fantastic experience - keep me posted ! |
| 24th June 2008 Lauren | Love to the Long Necks! - From: Three Weeks To Go I have implanted a GPS in your right arm and if things get rough I can reach you in no time at all. I know people. Marie, Carol, Judy, Jane, etc. Otherwise have the time of your life, and remember every single detail for those of us who have always just wanted to be K HO. My love, Lauren |
| 23rd June 2008 Sandy Brenman | WOW! - From: Three Weeks To Go Kristen, You are an inspiration. Enjoy! Thanks for including me in your blog. Sandy |
| 23rd June 2008 Jude | YIPPEE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! - From: Three Weeks To Go So delighted to hear you are off!!!!! You are going to have the best time of your life. Don't listen to the naysayers, if they only knew what they are missing! I can't wait to read of your adventures. Jude, Donal and Roridan |
| 23rd June 2008 Mr. President | Ping-----------------------------------------------Pong - From: Three Weeks To Go Can't wait to hear how the show was! |
| 22nd June 2008 Jane | You are AWESOME - From: Three Weeks To Go I am so excited for you! I can't wait to hear about All of your adventures. Be safe and have a wonderful adventure. Love ya Kristin!!!! Jane |
| 21st June 2008 Lori McGuire | - From: Three Weeks To Go Good for you Kristin.. I will be reading your blog and living vicariously through you in the 6 weeks you are there.. It'll be an experience that most people could only dream of doing.. |
| 21st June 2008 Jaclyn | Auntie Kristin - From: Three Weeks To Go Dear Auntie Kris... I can't believe you are going to leave me for 5 weeks. What if I look different or forget who you are??? My mother is never letting me travel with you when I get bigger. Just FYI. But I'll miss you terrible and you are going to have my mommy really worried. You better call regularly or I'll have to listen to her. I'll miss my Auntie so much. Love Jaclyn |
| 21st June 2008 mike | - From: Three Weeks To Go You're gonna have a blast! We can blog each other to death on the way! Here's to a great adventure! mike |
| 20th June 2008 Maureen | yikes!!!! - From: Three Weeks To Go I still can't believe you're doing this. Good luck and be careful! |
