Good Morning Thailand

Don't worry friends, family, fans etc. there is no war here in Thailand. But I do have to say that I wake up every morning glad to be here. Not once have I said things like "aww, another day in Thailand", "shoot warm weather", or "not another day of learning". All these things I wake up in the morning to and carry them throughout my day. Yes, only child syndrome does come up and I want to have my alone time...but when in Thailand...miss nothing.
Today was an incredible day. We woke up early and went to the university to start one of the hardest hikes I have even done. We went straight up hill to the top of this mountian next to Chiang Mai to a temple at the top. It took us about two and a half hours to get to the top and then we had to climb 306 steps to the temple.
Everyone was super tired but it was an incredible view and it was a great place to spend the afternoon. So many people from Chiang Mai go up there (mostly by taxi) to walk around and pray and meditate. It is kind of touristy but great at the same time. The temple itself is incredible. It has so much history and it is the biggest and most beautiful in all of Chiang Mai.
After that we had lunch then headed to a place in the city that gives traditional Thai massages. I have never had a more interesting, relaxing and incredible massage. This tiny Thai woman moved me in all directions for two hours. Everyone said we couldn't believe that two hours had flown by so fast. It was so relaxing and wonderful. If anyone comes here I will tell you where to go and also where to avoid. Someplaces give more than massages.
Then we went to Mike, our group leader's, house for dinner. It was his birthday so we had cake and a wonderful meal. I am excited to see what new things head my way in the next couple days.
Tomorrow we move out of our hotel and move in with our families. We finally start our internship and culture class in Monday. There is so much to look forward to!
I am thinking of all of you :)
Aubs