Jordan, Ontario: Where I'm from will always have a part of me

                     

                      

    

As I arrive in my new home of Chiang Mai, Thailand, I can't help but reflect on my past 6 weeks.  I was able to fly back to Canada and spend some much needed time enjoying all that is familiar:  being in the place I grew up and seeing the people I love.

I grew up in Jordan. No, not the country beside Israel (yes, I've been asked that before!), but a wine country village in the Niagara Penninsula of Southern Ontario.  Looking back, I realize just how lucky I was.  Though there is no grocery store or shopping mall in Jordan, there is a beauty that cannot be denied.  Coming back after travelling and living abroad, I found myself seeing this place in a new perspective.

Chiang Mai Jungle Trek

Quick Update:  From England to Thailand... it's really happening!  

In mid August, Zack and I (Sarah) parted ways.  I flew back to Canada to visit with family and friends, and Zack took off to the opposite corner of the world.  Zack has now been living and working in Chiang Mai, Thailand for just over one month now.  Thankfully, because of technology, we've been able to keep in contact quite easily and both of us are jealous of what the other one is doing.  I fly out next week(!) to join him in the adventure and can hardly wait (though I have loved catching up with family and friends). 

Here's what he was up to last weekend, written by Mr. Zack himself!  (Mr. Zack is what his students call him... :))

Living in Chiang Mai has been very exciting so far. I have loved trying out all the new foods, whipping around town on my motorbike, walking the streets, and taking in all the sights and sounds. Unfortunately it is not the most pedestrian friendly city and it can at times become overwhelming for someone who enjoys strolling around town. Fortunately I have been able to do some exploring on weekends. I have made it to a quarry to do some cliff jumping and swimming. Gone to the lake for a swim and hiked up to some local waterfalls. Twice I have hiked up the local mountain to find beautiful views looking out over the city. It is always nice to escape the craziness of the city and get back to nature. I was therefore so excited to have a long weekend and signed myself up for a 2 day 1 night trek through the Thai jungle.

Sarah Reimer Designs: Open House!

                    

                    

    

Wow, what a feeling it is to have an entire evening dedicated to what I've been working away at.  Thank you to everyone who gave up their evening last night to join me!  Together, we explored more of Sarah Reimer Designs and the stories behind my photography.  Also, I know there are many of you that couldn't make it out last night who would have liked to.  Thank you for all your phone calls, emails, etc... it means a lot to me!