Hi everyone,
It’s holiday time! My memories of winter holidays growing up in Pennsylvania include hanging out with my family watching American football on TV, hoping for snow, and eating way too much. Things are a bit different here in Bangkok, for sure. But different doesn’t have to mean bad. In this issue, we share several stories that will help you make a wonderful holiday here, celebrate the wackiness of your adapted traditions, and figure out what gifts to send back home.
Many of us aren’t traveling as much this year, either home or to more exotic locales. Purse strings may have been tightened and some extravagant trips trimmed, but that doesn’t mean that you have to forgo interesting exploration and adventures. When you’ve settled into your expat life here, it’s easy to forget that you’re already living in a pretty exciting and exotic place! There are plenty of discoveries to make right here in Bangkok and you’ll learn more about them in the Beyond Basic Bangkok section inside.
A friend recently told me that her husband reads her copy of Acclimate, too. And after every question and answer in Ann’s regular advice column, he is always compelled to ask his wife, “Did you send in this question?! It sounds exactly like you!” We try our best to bring you information and stories that do reflect your life, and we’re so excited when we hit the mark! Will Ann be answering one of your pressing life questions this month? Check out her column on page 10.
When I met cover model Vinder Balbir a few years ago, I was inspired and awed by her amazing life story. I am delighted that she agreed to grace our cover and share her story with all of you. I hope you’ll find it as inspiring as I do.
Every day, I have the honor and pleasure of meeting the most amazing women throughout our community. Your stories and comments inspire me, and I’m grateful for your support and enthusiasm. I want to make sure that we continue to bring you inspiring stories, address issues that interest you and answer your burning questions, so please drop me a line at tracey[at]acclimatemagazine.com and let me know what you think.
Thanks for reading & happy holidays!
Tracey Starr