Hi,
Chiang Rai got slammed with a second rainy season this weekend. We had a couple of major rain storms, high winds, and a cold 'snap' that started Sunday night. We are wearing sweaters, socks and sometimes jackets in the house.
Nobody remembered our 'Old School Friday' song. It was "Rockin' Around the Christmas Tree" by Brenda Lee. Oh well, I know you know this one: "Though I've tried before to tell her of the feelings I have for her in my heart. Every time that I come near her I just lose my nerve as I've done from the start. __ __ __ __ __ __ __, everything she do just turns me on. Even though my life before was tragic, now I know my love for her goes on." Clue: It's the classic 'Shy Boy' story, and yet he pines for her.
The weekend talk of the town has been the weather. We haven't been out in any of it, but just watching the trees and rain blow at unnatural angles has been enough to get our respect. Today's photo shows what happens when drains are not as fast as the downpour. Today's photo shows the yard in all it's watery splendor, and the 'drain man' looking overwhelmed. By early afternoon all the water had drained and everything was back to normal.
Sunday morning we had a late breakfast with Stephan and Claire at Chivit Tamma Da. Our table was out on one of the patios, looking down at the river. They brought their little dog 'Ginger' with them. We learned the importance of checking one's surroundings when we heard a rustling sound and saw a snake in the ivy behind Stephan's chair. It was a harmless green snake, but a snake just the same. (555) Near the end of our visit it started sprinkling. The big tree we were sitting under actually acted as an umbrella for a few minutes, then it was time to go.
We are in the final countdown week, preparing for our Winter Trip to the states. There are so many things to consider when leaving for three weeks. Sunday we went to Makro with Cat, so she could show us things she likes to eat. Boot will bring in fresh food for her to cook, but there are other things that one needs, like snacks. We went in the afternoon, which we've never done. The place was a zoo, I think because people came out after the rain stopped. We got what we needed and had fun doing it. Cat had never been to Makro and there was wide-eyed amazement at some of the items and quantities available.
Tonight the temps are supposed to go down to 43 F, which is very cold for this area. This afternoon we noticed a big crowd of people around a roadside vendor selling used, warm jackets. Many people are not prepared for this kind of cold. We are fortunate that we can add a layer or grab a blanket.
Less than a week now, and we'll be flying into what looks like warmer weather, and lots of family and friends. The dogs will know the time is close when the suitcases come upstairs.
Have a Great Week.
Peace,
Danny
If it's not okay, it's not the end."
~Unknown
Gettin' Funky, Thai Style
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