Friday Funnies

Hi,

Last night’s storm went on and on.  By morning it was just very cloudy.  Baby sprinkles happened during the day, but the yard crew was able to spruce things up just fine.

The ‘Zany Day’ song was “Flight Number 505” by The Rolling Stones.  ‘Old School Friday’ is next, from 1961.

“With __ __ __ __ __, there’s a beat for you.  In every toast of wine, there’s a toast for you, oh, yes it is.  In all my conversation, you’re my inspiration.  And everything I do, I do for you…”  Hint: Everyone alive has one.  It’s the first hit by a group that would later put the lead vocalist name in front of the group name.  She later went solo.  

While the yard crew was working, Blue and I went to the shop where we bought the internet router.  A young technician tested it and discovered a problem with the security something.  He changed a few things, put in a new password and sent us on our way.  So far, it’s been working pretty good.  There is still a glitch to be resolved, but the internet is in the house. 

The lack of rain in most of Thailand is putting restrictions on farmers in some provinces.  They are being asked by the government to wait to plant rice.  Some farmers already have their rice growing and refuse to let their fields dry out.  The rice must be in standing water to grow.  With the hot weather, the water would evaporate, leaving them with dry fields.  Some farmers are defying the authorities in order to save their rice.  Rationing is taking place in some areas and in others, the production of drinking water has slowed down.  What?  I don’t make this up.  In our area there doesn’t seem to be the same problem for the most part, especially if we get more storms like the one last night.  The river appears to have a little more water and that means the farmers further down-river may have more water to deal with.  Living in an agricultural region has been quite an education. 

One of the cool things about living here is the opportunity to see sporting events we probably would never experience otherwise.  We’ve been watching some of the World Volleyball Championships, rooting for the Thai womens' team of course.  Sometimes we get to see badminton and table-tennis meets between countries in the region and it’s not like the game we played as kids.  For a real thrill, go to Youtube and search for Sepak Takraw.  It’s like volleyball, but played with the feet.  Three players to a side and it moves very fast.

Today’s photo was taken outside Art Bridge.  This light sculpture is in front of the gallery like a beacon 

Have a Wonderful WeekEnd.   Stay tuned for the ‘Funnies’.   Oh yes, Formula One from Belgium this Sunday.

                Peace,

                          Danny