Fragrance

Hi,

Well, needless to say, there was lots of rain this weekend in Chiang Rai. We also had moments of sun. We enjoyed an art exhibit, and basically hung out for most of the time. Oh yes, there was also tennis and volleyball.

The 'Old School Friday' song was "Heartbreak Hotel" by Elvis Presley. You knew that. For 'Easy Monday' see if you remember this one: "What goes up, must come down. __ __, got to go round. Talkin' 'bout your troubles, it's a cryin' sin. Ride a painted pony, let the __ __ spin." Hint: This late 60s hit was by a 'big band' that rocked the charts with a strong jazz influence. There's something round involved.

Saturday morning we got a jump on Big C and tackled the shopping early. We discovered the new location of many products and we're starting to get comfortable with the new layout. More remodeling is going on and many of our favorite vendors seem to be gone. Maybe they'll return after the makeover. Hmm.

In the evening we went to Prataap Jai for what turned out to be a very nice experience. Before the actual opening of the exhibit we sat around talking with 'old' friends and made some new ones. I met a guy from Brazil who provided entertainment that evening. He plays guitar and sings, only in Portuguese. We really hit it off since that's some of my favorite music. The show consisted of a few works by local artists from the neighborhood (village). There were wood-cuts, wood carvings, polished aluminum patterns, acrylic works that looked airbrushed, some unique jewelry, and some photographs by one of the shop owners. The best part of it all was that it didn't rain. That came much later.

Sunday, Lisa went to lunch with our friend Sutheera. They went to Central Plaza and I ate at home. We had planned to go to the Night Bazaar for dinner, but decided to just stay in. Lisa made a delicious dinner and we watched sports, and some old TV shows.

Things are gearing up for the U.S. Open tennis tournament. Last week we watched the Rogers Open from Canada. At the same time the Women's World Volleyball Championships have been going on here in Thailand with women from different countries competing. Though we don't consider dancing a sport, there was also the Thailand Open, an international 'Dance Sport' competition. Hmm.

Tomorrow we go to Mae Sai to do the annual renewal of our retirement visas. So many things to prepare for our friends at immigration. We will dress 'Politely' and take care of business.

Have a Great Week.

Peace,
Danny

"A bit of fragrance clings to the hand that gives flowers."
~Chinese Proverb

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