Hi,
Our Bangkok adventure is over and we're back in Chiang Rai. There are stories to tell, resting to be done, and a house guest coming tomorrow.
Our 'Old School Friday' song was "So Much In Love" by The Tyme. 'Easy Monday' is here again and you know this one:
"There's somethin' happenin' here, what it is ain't exactly clear. There's a man with a gun over there, tellin' me I got to beware. (I think it's time we) Stop, children, what's that sound? Everybody look - what's goin' down? Hint: It's a rather political song from the 60s by a group that really isn't an animal at all.
Saturday morning we took the SkyTrain, the MRT (underground) and then a taxi in order to reach Chinatown. One thing we've learned about Bangkok is that it sometimes takes multiple forms of transportation to get from one point to another. There is an art supply store in 'Old Siam Plaza' that is the sole dealer for Golden Acrylics products and they are crucial to Lisa's cast acrylic print process. We bought their supply of one specific product and walked around the building a bit.
After some relaxing at the hotel the time finally came when we had to start getting ready for the big evening. Almost everything was in place for the opening so we didn't feel any real pressure. We arrived at the gallery early and had a chance to go over what had been done. Lights had to be set, little things needed attention and then it was time to greet guests. Our friend Pete arrived early and that was nice. He and his mom had a beautiful bouquet of flowers delivered. By 6:30 most of the guests were there and we began the official opening. The presenter was an American who has been in Thailand for many years. Her name is Judy Benn and she is the Executive Director of the American Chamber of Commerce. Lisa gave her a tour of the exhibit before most of the guests arrived so she was familiar with the work. She gave a very nice talk about Lisa's work, after I had given an explanation of The Sold Project and why we donate a portion of sales to them. Judy also mentioned the project so maybe it will have an impact. There will be an article about the exhibit in a Bangkok magazine and we're hoping for a few reviews. For a first-time showing in the metropolis I think it was a very respectable outing.
Pete picked us up at the hotel on Sunday for lunch. He took us to a place called 'K-Village'. It's a small, upscale shopping, eating complex in an interesting part of the city. The major street that it sits on is a dividing line between a very 'HiSo' part of town and a slum. There are buildings on the street that hide the slum from the traffic, but it's there. We had a great meal at an Australian restaurant. Then we visited a True Value hardware store. What a surprise to see that label on items. They had tons of cool gadgets for the kitchen and garden; things we don't see in Chiang Rai. Maybe one day we'll have a store like that here. (555) We left the village and took the train into the mega shopping area where we got thoroughly overwhelmed. We saw lots of stuff and finally called it a day and chilled in the hotel. I went to a meeting in the evening, and then we packed and watched TV on the computer - ready to go home.
Today's photo is a shot of the fashion show crowd at Siam Paragon from two floors up.
More Bangkok adventure tomorrow.
Have a Great Week.
Peace,
Danny
Money or happiness: which is more valuable?
Success or failure: which is more destructive?
If you look to others for fulfillment,
you will never truly be fulfilled.
If your happiness depends on money,
you will never be happy with yourself.
Be content with what you have;
rejoice in the way things are.
When you realize that nothing is lacking,
the whole world belongs to you!"
~Lao Tzu
Gettin' Funky, Thai Style
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