Cambodia and its people remind me that happiness is a choice, that being with other people is better than being against them, and that (forgive the cliche) opportunity and joy can always be found in the little acts that make up our daily lives — no matter our past.
As I sit here now at Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport, *shockingly* still alive, the Thailand chapter is coming to a close. Here are some of my thoughts and insights from the past eight months that I’ll take with me as the journey continues.
Chiang Mai, Thailand’s second-largest city, has a reputation for craftsmanship, artistry, hospitality, and of course, its slowed-down, relaxed pace of life. Food is at the center of Thai culture, so it’s no surprise that Chiang Mai, with its emphasis on quality crafts, is the country’s most celebrated foodie destination.
Chiang Mai is the first city that I’m living in outside the U.S. as a location-independent freelance copywriter, and I completely love it. My days are full of delicious food and coffee, comfortable working spaces, beautifully decorated shops, and lively markets. These ten photos will show you what I do more-or-less everyday.