On Monday of last week I took the windy road back to chiang mai and managed not to puke. I was dropped off in the old city of Chiang Mai when the wonderful Ratliff family picked me up and immediately brought to the night bizarre. I was connected with these beautiful southerners through a friend of mine in Baton Rouge. They do volunteer work in Thailand in the city of chiang mai and surrounding villages. They took me in so graciously and made me feel right at home. I had a ball getting to know 15year old Katie, 13 year old Nate and parents Kim and Quentin. It was so refreshing and such a blessing to be able to spend time with such an incredible, loving family. I had the opportunity to go to a village with them and taught english to a young group of kids. Kim and Quentin shared God's love with the families out there and it was a huge blessing to witness the work they're doing.
On my last day with them, I helped Kim get a few things done at the house and then we went on an biking adventure. We took off on our bikes and headed for the hills. It was a beautiful ride through lush green scenery, passing by rice fields and small farms. It was gorgeous and so much fun.
After having a delicious breakfast with the family on Thursday morning, I had to say goodbye. I only stayed with them for three days but I was starting to feel really close- it was so sad to say goodbye! The way they opened their home and hearts with me was just incredible. I am forever indebted to them and inspired by their love for god and for others. I am so blessed to have had the opportunity to get to know the Ratliff family and to have been able to stay a few nights with them.
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