Here in Palembang at any given time here are about 30 foreigners in this city of 1.5 million. I live/work with 5 of them. We all live in a house together and function somewhat normally as an odd mixture of The Real World and Party of 5. If NBC is looking for a hot new show, we've already discussed the script for a pilot and considered calling the show " The Expat Experience". Anyway, I've lived, worked, and hung out with some pretty great people through this experience. Unfortunately, the nature of our work as ESL teachers means that we each sign a one year contract and then leave. I've already said goodbye to three coworkers already, during the pre-blogging time, and yesterday, my friend Diane was the fourth. You may not know Diane but just trust me on this; she is awesome and life in Palembang won't be the same without her. The sheer amount of presents, cakes, and farewell meals that were held in her honor are proof of it. It's been a blast getting to know you, girl, and I'm not sure the West Coast will ever truly be ready for our Stateside reunion.
We love and miss you Di!
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