Comments on: Top 5 Things We Miss Most While Living in Thailand

By: Ann Lucchini

Ann Lucchini — Mon, 26 Feb 2018 17:38:19 +0000

Hey Melanie! It has been quite awhile.
I believe we gave them a blanket with a verse/prayer on it (they were missionaries).
It was a great experience, I just we had more time there. We were only able to stay a week, so you can imagine out jet lag.
Thanks for your helpful advice! Next time.

By: Melanie

Melanie — Mon, 26 Feb 2018 05:10:25 +0000

Oh I wish I had seen your comment on time to help, Ann! (I’ve been on a blog hiatus after starting a family) There are so many “practical” things that I wished for during my time in Thailand (sunscreen, tampons, makeup/lotion/deoderant/hair supplies). But those might be strange gifts! I did miss peanut butter and homemade jam! I certainly missed the wide array of (comparatively) cheap, delicious cheeses, but those don’t travel well. Nice bath products could’ve been a fun idea maybe?

I’m so curious what you decided to bring them as a gift!

By: Ann

Ann — Fri, 04 Mar 2016 02:23:48 +0000

Hi there, I came upon your blog because I’m trying to think of a fun gift to give to our American hosts in Bangkok (I leave Sunday). Is there a particular product or food you miss from here?

By: Melanie

Melanie — Thu, 28 Aug 2014 03:02:59 +0000

Thanks so much Peg! My dad mentioned that you four went to a concert recently and chatted about our travels. Thanks so much for thinking of and praying for us!

By: Peg Gillen

Peg Gillen — Thu, 28 Aug 2014 02:22:28 +0000

Hi Melanie, am sure you are missing things and I know for a fact your Mom is missing you but so pride of you and your husband for living your dreams… Enjoy each day and know your USA friends are praying for you both to be safe. Lee and I were able to spend an evening with your folks to hear all about you and your wonderful husband. Be safe Mel.. Happy Travels..

By: Melanie

Melanie — Sat, 16 Aug 2014 02:08:24 +0000

We miss you too! I can’t believe we don’t miss peanut butter more – I guess it helps that peanuts are used in so many Thai dishes.

By: Lindsey

Lindsey — Sat, 16 Aug 2014 01:53:47 +0000

What I missed most in Europe was peanut butter! I could get it but it was so expensive! Miss you guys!

By: Melanie

Melanie — Sat, 16 Aug 2014 00:40:12 +0000

Chang is awful… even the locals joke that it tastes like elephant pee!

By: Phil

Phil — Fri, 15 Aug 2014 17:39:05 +0000

Leo and Singha aren’t so bad and are appropriate for the weather, but if I had no other options I’m sure I’d change my tune pretty quickly.

And Chang? Well that’s just awful.