Jasmine An on the trickster god Sun Wukong and Jiú, her neighbor’s pet monkey.
Tag: Midwest Monkey
MIDWEST MONKEY: Reading Sunthorn Phu
Jasmine An’s Thai reading skills continue to improve. This week, she explores the poetry of Thailand’s national poet Sunthorn Phu.
MIDWEST MONKEY: Frog in a Coconut Shell
Jasmine An takes a road trip to Chiang Dao and Wiang Hang and reflects on how much more she has to explore and learn in Thailand.
MIDWEST MONKEY: Building a Home
In her latest column, Jasmine An shares her experiences finding community and building a home while abroad.
MIDWEST MONKEY: Magic in the Mundane
A mundane trip to renew visas surprises Jasmine An with stunning views of the Thai-Myanmar border and a golden temple.
MIDWEST MONKEY: Learning the Language
Jasmine An shares the challenges and milestones of learning to speak and write in Thai.
MIDWEST MONKEY: Adventures of an Expat Poet
Jasmine An shares some perspective after traveling to eight cities in three weeks and meeting writers from all over the country.
