Be well, do good work, and keep in touch

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After nine months in Thailand, we have headed home. While we are excited to see the friends and families that we have missed so much, saying goodbye to the people, animals, and natural wonders that make up Koh Ra was extremely difficult.

Koh Ra is a truly special place; one that has become a part of us.

Living for this time in a natural and wild place, leaving less of a consumptive imprint, and shaking off the stresses ever present in our busy day to day, gave us some new persepctives on living a healthier and happier life, as well as renewed hope for the future.

The lessons learned, new experiences enjoyed, and beautiful and dynamic people met have made this time at the Koh Ra Ecolodge one that we will remember throughout our lives.

Thanks guys!

Love,
Heather and Jarod




“Don't cry because it's over. Smile because it happened.” - Dr. Suess

“Don't be dismayed at goodbyes, a farewell is necessary before you can meet again and meeting again, after moments or lifetimes, is certain for those who are friends.” - Richard Bach

“Happy trails to you, until we meet again.” - Dale Evans Rogers

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Photos

Koh Ra waving
Koh Ra

The girls having a celebratory
Koh Ra

Paw, the moken leader working on the new well
Baan Koh Ra

Muang looks on as Paw works
Baan Koh Ra

Muang - the cutest back ache on Koh Ra
Baan Koh Ra

Jarod, Smoothie, and the new cat dumped by a fishing boat
Koh Ra

The floor board I Irish danced through
Koh Ra

Note - Wee Nai and Sao's cutie pie son
Koh Ra

Best buds
Koh Ra

Joom shows off the buffet
Koh Ra

Family portrait plus Jarod
Koh Ra

Audrey and her cat
Koh Ra

Kim making last day margaritas
Koh Ra

Getting ready to enjoy our last Thai meal for awhile
Koh Ra

The gang and our cake
Koh Ra

Awe and Tu enjoy their fabulous meal
Koh Ra

Jarod and Sii - handsome men in Bali batiks
Koh Ra

Leaving on the boat with Sii waving goodbye
Koh Ra

Last look at the sala
Koh Ra

Tu and Awe on the boat
Koh Ra

Wee Nai drives us to the mainland
Koh Ra

Jarod looks ahead
Koh Ra

Comments

[Marilea]

Home at last
I can see why it was difficult to leave this beautiful land and its people. What a wonderful adventure you had! We are so happy to have you home with us for a while. I should have named Heather, Gypsy, she always wanted to travel and see the world. I love you both Mom

[sharkgazing shramanas]

World's Best Mom!
I love you too Mom! Thanks for all of your support over the years! I can't tell you how much it means to me.

[Awe]

I missing you guys . Thanks for the great time together