Hi,
The rain is running true to form this week. Last night we had a big storm, and this afternoon more of the same. When it's not raining it's really beautiful here, just a little soggy.
So, it looks like I'm doing better at keeping the easy in 'Easy Monday'. A lot of you knew the song. Here's more:
"Since you left me if you see me with another girl, seeming like I'm having fun, although she may be cute she's just a substitute because you're the permanent one. So take a good look at my face...." Clue: Title in 5 words about a cryin' man.
This morning the dogs were in a strange mood when we took them out to play. Part of it was due to the rain and how it takes away some of the scents they look for. There is also the possibility that 'the cat' had been in the yard after the rain. BamBam was doing some serious sniffing in a few areas, with her body in 'hunter mode'.
We showed up at Overbrook hospital for our dental appointments, checked in and had our vitals taken. Then we sat for almost half an hour. It turns out we are supposed to go next Tuesday, not today. Oh well, chalk it up to another Chiang Rai adventure. It's always a bit entertaining/interesting just sitting in the waiting area.
When we left the hospital we were looking for something to do. Our friend Atom had told us about a fairly new coffee house that she really enjoyed. It's in our area, which is a little unusual, so we called for directions. We found the spot and it's a few minutes north of us in a neighborhood. It's run by a young American woman and two Thai women and has an early '70s vibe. We hung out and talked to Kendra, the American owner. She's been in Chiang Rai for almost 5 years and works for a foundation in Ban Du that takes care of children and women with HIV. The coffee was good, the couches comfortable, and since it's close to home, we just may be going there instead of always traveling into town.
This afternoon we started watching a program about the evolution of the dog. Of course this meant that there were lots of dog sounds. This woke Daku up from his nap and he started watching. Since he didn't get his full nap today he'll probably sleep well tonight. Hmm, he always does anyway.
Every time we are out in the street we see something that says 'Take my picture'. Today I present what we have dubbed 'The Bamboo Cowboy'. I think it speaks for itself.
The Bamboo Cowboy
Tonight the sky is clear. I can see all the stars and it's been a long time since I could say that. In the stillness of the starry night I could hear a monk chanting at a funeral gathering down the road. Amazing Thailand.
Have a Happy Tuesday.
Peace,
Danny
we must never forget that the highest appreciation
is not to utter words, but to live by them."
~John Fitzgerald Kennedy
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