Hi,
Chiang Rai had another great weather day today. Late this afternoon we saw some scattered clouds in places, but still not looking like rain. We went window shopping in the morning, and helmet shopping in the evening. Hmm.
The 'Easy Monday' song that you may have known was "Monday Monday" by The Mamas & Papas. 'Zany Day' is next:
"Once upon a time, you dressed so fine, you threw the bums a dime in your prime, didn't you? People'd call, say, 'Beware doll, you're bound to fall'. You thought they were all kiddin' you. You used to laugh about everybody that was hangin' out... How does it feel, how does in feel: To be without a home, like a complete unknown. __ __ __ __?"
Clue: By an artist who doesn't use his real name. Song makes reference to something that gathers no moss.
A few months ago we took the dogs to a big grassy area by the river. Transporting both dogs in our little car was crazy. Normally, they only ride in the car to go to the vet, so it's one at a time. They need to get out more so we've been considering getting a larger vehicle, one that would give the dogs some space for travel. It would also be good for transporting Lisa's art. To that end, after lots of internet research, we went to a few dealers to see what they had to offer. There are so many things to consider that it numbs the brain.
Big C was on the agenda this morning and that's always an adventure. Both Big C and Makro are selling Christmas decorations, which has always been a fascinating thing. Thailand, in some places, seems to be embracing its emerging 'collection of cultures' in a positive way. People come here from many places, bringing with them their own ways of doing things and their own belief systems. Chiang Rai is becoming a melting pot and it's a beautiful thing.
This evening Cat ask us if we could take her to buy a book for school. The timing was perfect since we were trying to find a time to take her shopping for a motorbike helmet. She's going to be getting a motorbike ride on 'parent's day' Saturday and she needs a helmet. At the huge book store on the highway she found her physics book. Then it was off to Central Plaza to look for a helmet.
When we arrived in the parking lot at Central, the Lanna Lantern Festival was in full swing. Actually, a talent show was going on, and all the lanterns were glowing. Small children were playing piano, singing, playing ukuleles and singing, and there was a drum and flag unit warming up. We took some photos before going into the mall. This one shows Cat and Lisa standing in front of some of the 'animal lanterns'.
We never did get the helmet, but we found one that fit. Tomorrow Lisa and I will go to the big helmet store and get the model and color of choice. As we were leaving, we heard a little girl singing to a ukulele accompaniment, and it turned out she was doing it all. We were impressed. I suspect she'll end up on 'Thailand's Got Talent' someday.
Across the river and all over town, the preparations for the Festival of Loy Kratong are under way. At the fairgrounds by the river the merry-go-round was set up today, stalls for vendors are popping up, and it's just a matter of time before the thumping of bass drum fills the night. The locals have already started setting off fireworks on our road. This does not make Daku very happy at all. He was very affectionate when we got home this evening and we suspect it was because of the loud noises. Next time we have to leave in the evening we'll leave the radio on to distract him.
It's time for Wacky Wednesday.
Peace,
Danny
No matter what we think we've accomplished,
we have only scratched the surface of our own generosity."
~Mary Manin Morrissey
Gettin' Funky, Thai Style
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