Hi,
Mr. Lag is in the house. Wednesday night we went to sleep about 1am, and woke up around 5ish. By mid-afternoon Thursday, the eyes closed again.
The 'Zany Day' song ended up jogging some memories. The tune was "School's Out" by Alice Cooper. For all of you who complained about the 'Old School Friday' being too easy, here's one for you. It's based on a sax solo, with a lyrical variation on a standard. "There I go, there I go, there I go. Pretty baby you are the soul who snaps my control. Such a funny thing, but every time you're near me, I never can behave... Am I insane or do I really see heaven in your eyes? Bright as stars that shine up above you, in the clear blue skies." Hint: The title is not in the lyric, but based on the name of the horn soloist. Get this one and receive 'Very Cool Points'.
The first thing we noticed as we left the house for our first day in L.A. was the clear blue sky. Not a cloud to be seen as far as the eye could see. Usually, in Chiang Rai, there is something looming in the distance giving an indication of what may happen later in the day. The night sky was very cloudy. Hmm. The second thing we realized was the traffic reports on the radio. What we call traffic is a far cry from what happens here. One report mentioned a four hour delay and gave alternate routes that might cut a couple of hours off that time. What? That's when we knew we were from the 'country'. For me, the traffic offers so much to see. So many variations on transportation, and as usual, things one just doesn't see on the road in Chiang Rai.
Emerald Thai was our first lunch in the big city. Our friend Nid was very happy to see us. We talked about the state of things in Thailand and he gave us his perspective from what he saw on Thai TV and the internet. We assured him that things were still mellow in Chiang Rai and he mentioned that his mother, who lives in Bangkok, was not worried a bit. The place was empty so he could sit and talk. It was a nice slice of 'home' to hang out with him.
Going to the store for food, we remembered to take bags with us. It reminded me of shopping at Makro where nothing gets put in a bag. We roll the cart to the van and fill our bags in the parking lot. Once again, being able to read the signs and labels on the food was a real treat. Another thing that reminded us that most of the year we are illiterate. Hmm, be grateful that you can read what's all around you.
Today's photo was taken on the streets of Chiang Rai. Here in America, tow trucks are sophisticated machines with lots of special hydraulic ways to lift a car or truck to move them when they fail. This photo shows what can be done without the bells and whistles.
Have a Wonderful WeekEnd. Time for a 'Funny'.
Peace,
Danny
Gettin' Funky, Thai Style
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