The Little Green Project – Carpooling

I came across this idea at “HeavenlyHomemakers.Com” and wanted to share something that I never thought about too seriously until these  last couple of weeks. 

So here’s to sharing:

I’ve been on the road a lot lately with the back and forth trips to the hospital because of my Dad.  And in those trip I was forced to take note of the number of vehicles on the road.. The number of vehicles with just the driver in them.

Now if you know anything about Bangkok, Thailand – the traffic is horrible. Everyday you are going to sit in traffic.  It can take over an hour to get to a destination that without the traffic would only take 15 to 20minutes tops. It can get frustrating.  Sometimes I just won’t go down town. 

So it is during these trips I realized the importance of carpooling.  The need to carpool.  Not only will it help in reducing the number of vehicles on the road, making for bearable traffic,  but it would definitely reduce the gas emissions from all the vehicles.  On some days the smog is so thick it really is horrible.

I understand we have this need but I think we can be responsible. It would be unrealistic to think that our behaviors and habits will change over night because they won’t. But as an individual I can make small changes that would only make a  small difference but may lead to big changes,  if everyone pitches in.

So here’s my go green tip – Whenever you can “Carpool”.  Not only will it help the air and our environment but we could take turns saving gas.

The Little Green Project – Carpooling

I came across this idea at “HeavenlyHomemakers.Com” and wanted to share something that I never thought about too seriously until these  last couple of weeks. 

So here’s to sharing:

I’ve been on the road a lot lately with the back and forth trips to the hospital because of my Dad.  And in those trip I was forced to take note of the number of vehicles on the road.. The number of vehicles with just the driver in them.

Now if you know anything about Bangkok, Thailand – the traffic is horrible. Everyday you are going to sit in traffic.  It can take over an hour to get to a destination that without the traffic would only take 15 to 20minutes tops. It can get frustrating.  Sometimes I just won’t go down town. 

So it is during these trips I realized the importance of carpooling.  The need to carpool.  Not only will it help in reducing the number of vehicles on the road, making for bearable traffic,  but it would definitely reduce the gas emissions from all the vehicles.  On some days the smog is so thick it really is horrible.

I understand we have this need but I think we can be responsible. It would be unrealistic to think that our behaviors and habits will change over night because they won’t. But as an individual I can make small changes that would only make a  small difference but may lead to big changes,  if everyone pitches in.

So here’s my go green tip – Whenever you can “Carpool”.  Not only will it help the air and our environment but we could take turns saving gas.

Friday’s Fave Five - #2

This week has gone by so fast, I can’t believe it.  But it is Friday so here’s my Fave Five of the week.

 

1.  Clean Pools – I love it when the pool is clean.  It’s heating up over  here now so it’s always great to see the pool – clean!  We will be spending a lot of time in there this weekend.

 

2. Parent/Teacher Conferences for both girls.  I love to meet with the girls teachers and find out how they’re doing in school.  I always go in there with a little apprehension but it always turns out to be for nothing.  I’m happy to say that both girls are doing well. But what is most important to me is that  they’re happy.  Happy to be learning, happy to be at school and happy to be with their friends.

3.  The support and encouragement of my friends and my community.  Being so far away from home and having to take care of my Dad  it has been great to hear from friends that they have been praying for me and my Dad.  It really is uplifting.

4. Blogging fellowship and encouragement. – this week I participated in the Modest Fashion Week and I’ve been so encouraged to know that there are women out there like me who just want to become more and more like Christ.  It’s wonderful to hear of their journeys and their experiences and growth and challenges. I have really enjoyed this series and have learnt much I’ve also been challenged to get out of my “bleach stained T-shirts and sweat pants/shorts and dress like the daughter of the King!!

Hebrew 10:25  (The Message- part of the verse)

Let's see how inventive we can be in encouraging love and helping out, not avoiding worshiping together as some do but spurring each other on, especially as we see the big Day approaching.

5.  Take Out/Home Delivery.  - I love Friday’s because it’s my night off from the kitchen and our night for take out.  Tonight we had Thai food.  1000 Baht ($30 usd) to feed 6 people.  We were even able to get dessert -  New York Cheese cakes.  Oh I love Fridays.

To read more “Fave Five’s head on over to Living to Tell The Story.

Have a great Weekend Everyone.

Friday’s Fave Five - #2

This week has gone by so fast, I can’t believe it.  But it is Friday so here’s my Fave Five of the week.

 

1.  Clean Pools – I love it when the pool is clean.  It’s heating up over  here now so it’s always great to see the pool – clean!  We will be spending a lot of time in there this weekend.

 

2. Parent/Teacher Conferences for both girls.  I love to meet with the girls teachers and find out how they’re doing in school.  I always go in there with a little apprehension but it always turns out to be for nothing.  I’m happy to say that both girls are doing well. But what is most important to me is that  they’re happy.  Happy to be learning, happy to be at school and happy to be with their friends.

3.  The support and encouragement of my friends and my community.  Being so far away from home and having to take care of my Dad  it has been great to hear from friends that they have been praying for me and my Dad.  It really is uplifting.

4. Blogging fellowship and encouragement. – this week I participated in the Modest Fashion Week and I’ve been so encouraged to know that there are women out there like me who just want to become more and more like Christ.  It’s wonderful to hear of their journeys and their experiences and growth and challenges. I have really enjoyed this series and have learnt much I’ve also been challenged to get out of my “bleach stained T-shirts and sweat pants/shorts and dress like the daughter of the King!!

Hebrew 10:25  (The Message- part of the verse)

Let's see how inventive we can be in encouraging love and helping out, not avoiding worshiping together as some do but spurring each other on, especially as we see the big Day approaching.

5.  Take Out/Home Delivery.  - I love Friday’s because it’s my night off from the kitchen and our night for take out.  Tonight we had Thai food.  1000 Baht ($30 usd) to feed 6 people.  We were even able to get dessert -  New York Cheese cakes.  Oh I love Fridays.

To read more “Fave Five’s head on over to Living to Tell The Story.

Have a great Weekend Everyone.

Thai Tuesday - Please Don’t Touch my head, and most definitely don’t point your feet at me!

So here’s something I’ve learnt while living here in my adopted home – temporary one anyway.

The head is considered the most important and highest part of the body – literally and figuratively. So no touching. You can touch your own head but don’t go touching someone else’s – especially a Thai person. This is a big no no. Even the affectionate ruffling of a child’s hair that you may think is cute. Don’t touch.

Conversely the feet are the lowest part of the body. Never ever point your feet at people or objects. When sitting on the floor tuck your feet underneath you and to the side so you’re not pointing at anyone.  And don’t touch anyone with your feet – oh no more footsies!!

I’ve probably done these things totally accidently but now that I know I will be aware.