Hi,
Officially, Songkran is over, but there are different opinions as to when it's really over. Today no water was thrown and our day was very productive.
This week's 'Zany Day' tune was remembered by many of you. Here's a little more for you to digest.
"I remember when I used to see you jumping rope. And I remember when you got your first baby coat. But you were young and didn't understand, now you're a woman and I'm a man. And it's me that you're kissing, ain't it fun reminiscing... You went from (pretty dolls to boys). And I went from __ __ __, oh yes I did...." Hint: The three word title has to do with a transition. Hmm.
On our way to Makro this morning, we spotted two postal service motorbikes parked together. I'm guessing it was a mid-morning coffee break. What makes today's photo so interesting is the fact that they carry not only mail, but small parcels as well. If it's too large for the mail carrier to take on his bike, you have to come and get it at the post office. We don't have sleet or snow (usually), but I have seen them delivering in the rain. They ride on the sidewalk downtown, sometimes handing the mail to business owners. If we get a special delivery, they ring the bell and ride into the yard.
Our first trip to the new Chiang Rai immigration office was like a dream. Parking was not a problem, and when we found the office, it was practically empty. The officer that waited on us spoke English and all he needed was our passports. In the past, we had to fill out forms, have copies of certain documents, and usually had to go to more than one window. Today it was all done at the counter. Since it was not busy, we got some questions answered and left with a good feeling about future check-ins.
While we were at the big market we got a call from Cat saying she was home from her sister's house. It was time for lunch so we picked her up and went to Doi Chaang. While the car was being washed we ate lunch. At the table next to us were some staff members from The Sold Project. During lunch, Cat told us about her stay in her village. Today there was a party-like atmosphere because many people came to pay respects to the elders and pour water on their hands. This is to show respect and to ask for their blessing for the coming year. Cat did this with her grandmothers. It's very important to us, and The Sold Project, that she continue with the traditions she was raised with, and honors her culture. She also spent time with her uncle, who is a monk at the local temple and the patriarch of her family.
Although Songkran is officially over, you would never know it by the population of the village down by the river. It will probably last until Sunday.
Have a Thrilling Thursday.
Peace,
Danny
~Unknown
Gettin' Funky, Thai Style
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