Hairy Berries

Chiao! Sooo much has happened this week since we got back from English camp, I hope I can squeeze it all into one post w/o being too long winded!
First off, I did get sick when we got back. Whether it was from the altitude change or the four meals of rice or the fact that the food was not really clean I am not sure. BUT after lots and lots of pepto bismal and bottled water I am feeling a ton better and much more energized.
We started our English lessons at the Zone this week. The English lessons are not only meant for language practice, but to get Thai students comfortable around the Zone and build a bridge for them to relationships in the church. My student's name is Hom, and she is about 15. I am not sure what she thinks of me yet, our first lesson was kind of a fiasco. We took a break about half way through to play some Uno (which she is very good at) and after a few games I asked her if she wanted to finish the lesson. She gave me a definite "yes", gathered her things and ran, not walked, out the door and down the street. Apparently there was some miscommunication! I was tickled pink though when Hom showed up for a fellowship night on Friday and then joined us today for games.
The red fruit I am about to devour is what us interns call a "hairy berry". I wish I could remember the real name, I'm not sure I could spell it if I could. It is peeled, and a clear fruit is inside. It tastes a bit like a plum. While we were in the mountains we also had a really sticky fruit called Jack fruit that tasted a lot like bubble gum.
I'm afraid if I write too much more this post will not upload, so I must cut it a little short! I will update soon about our adventures exploring caves and climbing waterfalls on our play days. If you are reading this (which you probably are) please pray for Hom and our ministry to her, that we would not only strive to teach her English but serve her as a Christian community, so that she may see the light of God here.
P.S. I'll give you a hint about our plans for tomorrow. It involves jumping and a bungee cord.
Chiao!!