Hi,
Our weather today was clear and windy. I was hoping it would blow in some rain clouds, but that was a silly thought. We did more 'getting ready' for our visitors, went to the vet, and hid from the smoke outside. Lisa is back in her studio working on another unique cast acrylic print.
I guess the time change has slowed down memories on the mainland. Two readers got the 'Easy' song so far. Maybe today it will be you. "I look inside myself and see my heart is __. I see my red door and must have it __ __. Maybe then I'll fade away and not have to face the facts. It's not easy facin' up when your whole world is __." Hint: There is a color involved that is actually the absence of light. This production used a sitar, which was just becoming popular in western music.
Every morning it's so cold that I have to get bundled up to go on patrol with Daku. An hour later it's too warm for it all and I start shedding clothes. It's actually warmer than it was last week. If we woke up at a civilized time it would be pleasant from the start. (Ha) That's right, blame it on the dog. Speaking of the dog, we took him to the vet today for his monthly injection to ward off insects. It seems to work because we haven't found any more 'hot spots' since he started getting the shots. As we arrived at the office, our friend Gary was also pulling up. He came for cat food. We talked for a bit and then it was time for business. We had a long wait and Daku did a pretty good job of staying cool. I had to leave the room when my cat allergy kicked in. I forgot to use my 'remedy' that makes it comfortable to be around cat vibes. Riding with Daku is interesting. He can't decide if he wants to put his head out of the window, or hide from the wind. Well, he has decided. He likes his head outside when we're sitting in traffic, and inside when the car is moving. Not your typical dog.
Tomorrow we're going to get a coat rack. Every winter we talk about getting one and never do. This time it happens. It will make things so much easier, not having to run upstairs or having 'used' coats lying around the dining room table. It will also be nice when guests come over.
Have a Happy Tuesday.
Peace,
Danny
"I've never learned anything while I was talking."
~Larry King
Gettin' Funky, Thai Style
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http://blog.risingstardom.com/
www.lisamosesgallery.com
Tuesday, November 9, 2010
Monday, November 8, 2010
Heart
Hi,
I'm happy to report that the flu has left the building. We're both on the mend and back in the swing of things. Today we went to Big C, so we must be better.
Nobody got the 'Old School' song. What? I'm going to extend this one just to see if you're paying attention. This is sort of like a scavenger hunt. You have to go with the clue, then go somewhere else to figure it out. The clue itself is in the music portion of the November 1 message with the word 'Freedom' as the subject. Now, on with 'Easy Monday'. "I see a red door and I want it __ __. No colors any more I want them to turn __. I see the girls walk by dressed in their summer clothes, I have to turn my head until my darkness goes..." Hint: The song title is actually three words, but the lyrics change the tense of the first word. I know, complicated. It's a song of misery, and sadness by a group from across the pond during the 60s, named after a blues tune. They're still making music after all these years.
The weekend was fairly quiet around here. Sunday afternoon I ventured out and picked up dinner at WCH (the hamburger place). While I was waiting for the order, one of the servers had me sit so I could watch the TV mounted on wall. Then he brought the remote so I could change the channel. That was a real surprise. How many places will let you mess with the TV? The weird thing is, I ordered a chicken burger and expected the giant sandwich that I'd gotten there before. When I got home it was a much smaller burger. I'll have to ask Barry about this the next time we eat there. What we had was good, just not enough. The lesson: look inside the box.
Saturday night we got to see a couple of brief volleys of fireworks that were set off somewhere to the north of us. Big colorful displays filled the air. I just figured out that all the noise makers and displays are the warm-up for the coming holiday later this month. Late November means it's time for Loy Kratong, the river festival.
Since we hadn't been to Big C for a week, the list was a bit long. We were able to restock all of our basic supplies plus a few things for the party we're having on Sunday.
Last week the last thing I could have dealt with was an acupuncture appointment. Not that they'd even want me in the room. Anyway, I went in today and got stuck. On my way home I heard happy laughter coming from somewhere. I realized it was coming from the pick-up truck I was following. It was filled with a family. There was an older woman sitting on something facing the rear, and she had a huge smile on her face. On either side were about five or six kids with small gongs, a tambourine, and wood blocks. There was also a man with a hand drum. They were playing rhythms as they rode along. The one they were playing ended and they laughed, and exchanged instruments and started a new rhythm. It was a picture of 'joy in the moment'. It made me smile.
If you happen to see anything on the news about an incident at the Thai/Burmese(Myanmar) border, it's nowhere near us. In fact, we had to look for it on a map. It's several hundred miles southwest of our location. Just thought I'd set your minds at ease. Life in Chiang Rai is the same as it ever was. Later this week I'll share the adventures we have with our house guests as we go sight-seeing in and around Chiang Rai.
Have a Great Week.
Peace,
Danny
"The best and most beautiful things cannot be seen or touched.
They must be felt with the heart."
~Helen Keller
Gettin' Funky, Thai Style
www.flickr.com/photos/gratidudepics
http://blog.risingstardom.com/
www.lisamosesgallery.com
I'm happy to report that the flu has left the building. We're both on the mend and back in the swing of things. Today we went to Big C, so we must be better.
Nobody got the 'Old School' song. What? I'm going to extend this one just to see if you're paying attention. This is sort of like a scavenger hunt. You have to go with the clue, then go somewhere else to figure it out. The clue itself is in the music portion of the November 1 message with the word 'Freedom' as the subject. Now, on with 'Easy Monday'. "I see a red door and I want it __ __. No colors any more I want them to turn __. I see the girls walk by dressed in their summer clothes, I have to turn my head until my darkness goes..." Hint: The song title is actually three words, but the lyrics change the tense of the first word. I know, complicated. It's a song of misery, and sadness by a group from across the pond during the 60s, named after a blues tune. They're still making music after all these years.
The weekend was fairly quiet around here. Sunday afternoon I ventured out and picked up dinner at WCH (the hamburger place). While I was waiting for the order, one of the servers had me sit so I could watch the TV mounted on wall. Then he brought the remote so I could change the channel. That was a real surprise. How many places will let you mess with the TV? The weird thing is, I ordered a chicken burger and expected the giant sandwich that I'd gotten there before. When I got home it was a much smaller burger. I'll have to ask Barry about this the next time we eat there. What we had was good, just not enough. The lesson: look inside the box.
Saturday night we got to see a couple of brief volleys of fireworks that were set off somewhere to the north of us. Big colorful displays filled the air. I just figured out that all the noise makers and displays are the warm-up for the coming holiday later this month. Late November means it's time for Loy Kratong, the river festival.
Since we hadn't been to Big C for a week, the list was a bit long. We were able to restock all of our basic supplies plus a few things for the party we're having on Sunday.
Last week the last thing I could have dealt with was an acupuncture appointment. Not that they'd even want me in the room. Anyway, I went in today and got stuck. On my way home I heard happy laughter coming from somewhere. I realized it was coming from the pick-up truck I was following. It was filled with a family. There was an older woman sitting on something facing the rear, and she had a huge smile on her face. On either side were about five or six kids with small gongs, a tambourine, and wood blocks. There was also a man with a hand drum. They were playing rhythms as they rode along. The one they were playing ended and they laughed, and exchanged instruments and started a new rhythm. It was a picture of 'joy in the moment'. It made me smile.
If you happen to see anything on the news about an incident at the Thai/Burmese(Myanmar) border, it's nowhere near us. In fact, we had to look for it on a map. It's several hundred miles southwest of our location. Just thought I'd set your minds at ease. Life in Chiang Rai is the same as it ever was. Later this week I'll share the adventures we have with our house guests as we go sight-seeing in and around Chiang Rai.
Have a Great Week.
Peace,
Danny
"The best and most beautiful things cannot be seen or touched.
They must be felt with the heart."
~Helen Keller
Gettin' Funky, Thai Style
www.flickr.com/photos/gratidudepics
http://blog.risingstardom.com/
www.lisamosesgallery.com
Friday, November 5, 2010
Friday Funnies
Hi,
Things are progressing slowly at the Big Brown Infirmary. Symptoms seem to be rotating between mild fever, stuffiness, coughs, aches, and 'Oh I feel better now'. The only thing constant around here is the weather, and it's beautiful.
The song that so many of you knew for 'Old Folk Crap' was "Kisses Sweeter Than Wine" by Jimmie Rodgers. That recording was actually a cover of the original by The Weavers. This song has an incredible history so I'm going to direct you to Google the song, and click on the Wiki page. It's all there for your education. Just to get you there, I'll tell you that it started out as a song about a cow. Now you're curious. For 'Old School Friday' you're going to have to think on your feet. "__ __, for you love and affection, __ __, you better look in my direction, __ __, and if you're lookin' fine I might lose my mind, __ __, I'm __ __..." Clues: Most of you were only introduced to this song this week, even though it happened a long time ago. It's about an arrival, by a group named for a curious fabric. The directions to the answers to all your questions, and the blanks, are sitting in your inbox. If you delete my mail, you may never know the song. That is, until Monday. Have fun.
I think the hardest thing about being sick is the difficulty in concentrating for any length of time. We did manage to stay focused long enough this morning to go back to the hospital/clinic so Lisa could consult with the doctor, and eliminate a bunch of the stuff he gave her. Conflicting side-affects are not good. We had ordered a new HEPA filter for our air purifier and it was delivered during lunch. It's the main filter so it's really important for it to be right. I would guess that having a 'clean' room will help with our comfort on the respiratory part of all this.
We went outside this afternoon to sit in the sun. Boot was watering the gardens and the dogs were doing their doggie things. I happened to go around the side of the house in search of Daku, and found him digging in one of the flower beds. He'd made a big mess. He couldn't deny a thing when Lisa told him she saw grass in his teeth. (Ha)
BamBam was in the back eating leaves from a little tree that's already been stripped of it's flowers by both of them. Oh my.
Fireworks are going off behind our house, more thumping bass across the river to the front. I guess we'll just have to have a little marathon of an old show and lose ourselves. There are no big plans this weekend, which is good news. The only thing going is the Brazilian F1 Grand Prix. Next week is the last of the season. Your time is running out.
Have a Wonderful Weekend. I'll be back all bright and cheery on Monday. Some of you may relate to these old school comments that I'm passing off as 'Funnies'. (555)
Peace,
Danny
Comments made in the year 1955! (That's 55 years ago!)
'I'll tell you one thing, if things keep going the way they are, it's going to be impossible to buy a week's groceries for $20.00.
'Have you seen the new cars coming out next year? It won't be long before $2,000.00 will only buy a
used one.
'Did you hear the post office is thinking about charging a dime just to mail a letter?
'If they raise the minimum wage to $1.00, nobody will be able to hire outside help at the store. '
'When I first started driving, who would have thought gas would someday cost 29cents a gallon?
Guess we'd be better off leaving the car in the garage.
'Did you see where some baseball player just signed a contract for $75,000 a year just to play ball?
It wouldn't surprise me if someday they'll be making more than the President.
'I never thought I'd see the day all our kitchen appliances would be electric.
They are even making electric typewriters now.
'I'm afraid the Volkswagen car is going to open the door to a whole lot of foreign business.
'The drive-in restaurant is convenient in nice weather, but I seriously doubt they will ever catch on.
'If they think I'll pay 50 cents for a hair cut, forget it.'
Gettin' Funky, Thai Style
www.flickr.com/photos/gratidudepics
http://blog.risingstardom.com/
www.lisamosesgallery.com
Things are progressing slowly at the Big Brown Infirmary. Symptoms seem to be rotating between mild fever, stuffiness, coughs, aches, and 'Oh I feel better now'. The only thing constant around here is the weather, and it's beautiful.
The song that so many of you knew for 'Old Folk Crap' was "Kisses Sweeter Than Wine" by Jimmie Rodgers. That recording was actually a cover of the original by The Weavers. This song has an incredible history so I'm going to direct you to Google the song, and click on the Wiki page. It's all there for your education. Just to get you there, I'll tell you that it started out as a song about a cow. Now you're curious. For 'Old School Friday' you're going to have to think on your feet. "__ __, for you love and affection, __ __, you better look in my direction, __ __, and if you're lookin' fine I might lose my mind, __ __, I'm __ __..." Clues: Most of you were only introduced to this song this week, even though it happened a long time ago. It's about an arrival, by a group named for a curious fabric. The directions to the answers to all your questions, and the blanks, are sitting in your inbox. If you delete my mail, you may never know the song. That is, until Monday. Have fun.
I think the hardest thing about being sick is the difficulty in concentrating for any length of time. We did manage to stay focused long enough this morning to go back to the hospital/clinic so Lisa could consult with the doctor, and eliminate a bunch of the stuff he gave her. Conflicting side-affects are not good. We had ordered a new HEPA filter for our air purifier and it was delivered during lunch. It's the main filter so it's really important for it to be right. I would guess that having a 'clean' room will help with our comfort on the respiratory part of all this.
We went outside this afternoon to sit in the sun. Boot was watering the gardens and the dogs were doing their doggie things. I happened to go around the side of the house in search of Daku, and found him digging in one of the flower beds. He'd made a big mess. He couldn't deny a thing when Lisa told him she saw grass in his teeth. (Ha)
BamBam was in the back eating leaves from a little tree that's already been stripped of it's flowers by both of them. Oh my.
Fireworks are going off behind our house, more thumping bass across the river to the front. I guess we'll just have to have a little marathon of an old show and lose ourselves. There are no big plans this weekend, which is good news. The only thing going is the Brazilian F1 Grand Prix. Next week is the last of the season. Your time is running out.
Have a Wonderful Weekend. I'll be back all bright and cheery on Monday. Some of you may relate to these old school comments that I'm passing off as 'Funnies'. (555)
Peace,
Danny
Comments made in the year 1955! (That's 55 years ago!)
'I'll tell you one thing, if things keep going the way they are, it's going to be impossible to buy a week's groceries for $20.00.
'Have you seen the new cars coming out next year? It won't be long before $2,000.00 will only buy a
used one.
'Did you hear the post office is thinking about charging a dime just to mail a letter?
'If they raise the minimum wage to $1.00, nobody will be able to hire outside help at the store. '
'When I first started driving, who would have thought gas would someday cost 29cents a gallon?
Guess we'd be better off leaving the car in the garage.
'Did you see where some baseball player just signed a contract for $75,000 a year just to play ball?
It wouldn't surprise me if someday they'll be making more than the President.
'I never thought I'd see the day all our kitchen appliances would be electric.
They are even making electric typewriters now.
'I'm afraid the Volkswagen car is going to open the door to a whole lot of foreign business.
'The drive-in restaurant is convenient in nice weather, but I seriously doubt they will ever catch on.
'If they think I'll pay 50 cents for a hair cut, forget it.'
Gettin' Funky, Thai Style
www.flickr.com/photos/gratidudepics
http://blog.risingstardom.com/
www.lisamosesgallery.com
Thursday, November 4, 2010
Music
Hi,
The weather here is more of the same. Clear skies, cold mornings turning into breezy, moderate days. Lisa went to the doctor today, and came home with a bag of medicine. I played frisbie with Daku, and the beat goes on across the river.
'Old Folk Crap' seems to be triggering a lot of memories. At least some of you are remembering the song.
"Well I asked her to marry and to be my sweet wife, I told her we'd be happy for the rest of our life. I begged and I pleaded like a natural man, and then, whoops oh lordy, well she gave me her hand because she had __ __ __ __, she had, mmm, mmm, __ __ __ __." Hint: There's a beverage in there, and something tastes like it. Hmm.
Early this morning I took Lisa to Overbrook to see a doctor. He told her she had bronchitis, and dispensed a bunch of stuff. I don't think she'll take it all, there are limits. Anyway, with more rest she should be better soon.
Daku and I went out and played with the frisbie. He caught it a bunch of times, though it was just a short distance. He's still working on his 'eye/mouth' coordination. If I toss it just right, he can catch it. He also likes to run after it and bring it back. It's odd because he won't do that with a ball. When he's done playing he just walks away. What a dog.
The big festival across the river is for O.T.O.P, which stands for One Tambon, One Product. It's a program that has helped various districts to develop a product to represent them in the market place. It's like a village trade show. We went during the first year we were here and it's really something to see. We'll miss it this year, but next year we'll be sure to make it.
Today's quote was 'lifted' from the Risingstardom website. Thank Blue.
Our friend Wayne, in Texas, suggested I have a Full Throttle Thursday. You do the same.
Peace,
Danny
"Music gives a soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination, and life to everything."
~Plato
Gettin' Funky, Thai Style
www.flickr.com/photos/gratidudepics
http://blog.risingstardom.com/
www.lisamosesgallery.com
The weather here is more of the same. Clear skies, cold mornings turning into breezy, moderate days. Lisa went to the doctor today, and came home with a bag of medicine. I played frisbie with Daku, and the beat goes on across the river.
'Old Folk Crap' seems to be triggering a lot of memories. At least some of you are remembering the song.
"Well I asked her to marry and to be my sweet wife, I told her we'd be happy for the rest of our life. I begged and I pleaded like a natural man, and then, whoops oh lordy, well she gave me her hand because she had __ __ __ __, she had, mmm, mmm, __ __ __ __." Hint: There's a beverage in there, and something tastes like it. Hmm.
Early this morning I took Lisa to Overbrook to see a doctor. He told her she had bronchitis, and dispensed a bunch of stuff. I don't think she'll take it all, there are limits. Anyway, with more rest she should be better soon.
Daku and I went out and played with the frisbie. He caught it a bunch of times, though it was just a short distance. He's still working on his 'eye/mouth' coordination. If I toss it just right, he can catch it. He also likes to run after it and bring it back. It's odd because he won't do that with a ball. When he's done playing he just walks away. What a dog.
The big festival across the river is for O.T.O.P, which stands for One Tambon, One Product. It's a program that has helped various districts to develop a product to represent them in the market place. It's like a village trade show. We went during the first year we were here and it's really something to see. We'll miss it this year, but next year we'll be sure to make it.
Today's quote was 'lifted' from the Risingstardom website. Thank Blue.
Our friend Wayne, in Texas, suggested I have a Full Throttle Thursday. You do the same.
Peace,
Danny
"Music gives a soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination, and life to everything."
~Plato
Gettin' Funky, Thai Style
www.flickr.com/photos/gratidudepics
http://blog.risingstardom.com/
www.lisamosesgallery.com
Wednesday, November 3, 2010
Education
Hi,
Today was clear and cool in the morning, but warm and pleasant by the afternoon. I think I've turned a corner with this flu thing, but Lisa is where I was a few days ago. We actually left the house.
A bunch of you remembered "50 Ways To Leave Your Lover" by Paul Simon. Now it's time to gather around the virtual campfire for some 'Old Folk Crap'. This week let's sing this: "Well, when I was a young man, never been kissed I got to thinkin' it over, how much I had missed. So I got me a girl and I kissed her and then, and then oh, lordy, well I kissed her again because she had __ __ __ __..." Clue: Written in the 50s as an adaptation of a blues. Seems to be a lot of kissin' going on. Special points if you can tell me the original source.
This morning we both had the early morning blues. Symptoms were on us but we did what had to be done. Take the dog out, get breakfast, and go back to bed. By mid morning we got up the courage to go into town for things like cough medicine, and a new thermometer. We also needed spaghetti sauce for our lunch, which is always a great motivator. (Ha) At the warehouse pharmacy we ended up with two bottles of cough syrup. The pharmacist asked us the nature of the cough and proceeded to give us two kinds. It seems that at most of the pharmacies they dispense certain products based on your consultation with them. Anyway, we came out with more than we went for and it seems to be helping.
After lunch we both crashed, and I think that was the turning point for me. I felt good enough to go back downtown to get bread. Considering that it was in the middle of the 'rush' hour, it was a pretty brave thing to do. I took the dogs out for some exercise and had Daku chase the skunk toy. Then he and BamBam chased each other. I'm trying to pace myself, and not over exert. I'd like to be rid of this yesterday.
We have house guests coming next week so this afternoon we went into tour director mode and made a list of the things that would be fun/interesting to see and do. It's a great time to visit since it's not too hot, everything is still green and lush, and the season is just beginning, which means there are lots of new things from the local artisans. We're starting to get excited about it ourselves.
Feel like a Wacky Wednesday.
Peace,
Danny
"Education is what remains after one has forgotten everything he learned in school."
~Albert Einstein
Gettin' Funky, Thai Style
www.flickr.com/photos/gratidudepics
http://blog.risingstardom.com/
www.lisamosesgallery.com
Today was clear and cool in the morning, but warm and pleasant by the afternoon. I think I've turned a corner with this flu thing, but Lisa is where I was a few days ago. We actually left the house.
A bunch of you remembered "50 Ways To Leave Your Lover" by Paul Simon. Now it's time to gather around the virtual campfire for some 'Old Folk Crap'. This week let's sing this: "Well, when I was a young man, never been kissed I got to thinkin' it over, how much I had missed. So I got me a girl and I kissed her and then, and then oh, lordy, well I kissed her again because she had __ __ __ __..." Clue: Written in the 50s as an adaptation of a blues. Seems to be a lot of kissin' going on. Special points if you can tell me the original source.
This morning we both had the early morning blues. Symptoms were on us but we did what had to be done. Take the dog out, get breakfast, and go back to bed. By mid morning we got up the courage to go into town for things like cough medicine, and a new thermometer. We also needed spaghetti sauce for our lunch, which is always a great motivator. (Ha) At the warehouse pharmacy we ended up with two bottles of cough syrup. The pharmacist asked us the nature of the cough and proceeded to give us two kinds. It seems that at most of the pharmacies they dispense certain products based on your consultation with them. Anyway, we came out with more than we went for and it seems to be helping.
After lunch we both crashed, and I think that was the turning point for me. I felt good enough to go back downtown to get bread. Considering that it was in the middle of the 'rush' hour, it was a pretty brave thing to do. I took the dogs out for some exercise and had Daku chase the skunk toy. Then he and BamBam chased each other. I'm trying to pace myself, and not over exert. I'd like to be rid of this yesterday.
We have house guests coming next week so this afternoon we went into tour director mode and made a list of the things that would be fun/interesting to see and do. It's a great time to visit since it's not too hot, everything is still green and lush, and the season is just beginning, which means there are lots of new things from the local artisans. We're starting to get excited about it ourselves.
Feel like a Wacky Wednesday.
Peace,
Danny
"Education is what remains after one has forgotten everything he learned in school."
~Albert Einstein
Gettin' Funky, Thai Style
www.flickr.com/photos/gratidudepics
http://blog.risingstardom.com/
www.lisamosesgallery.com
Tuesday, November 2, 2010
Dance
Hi,
The 'new weather' will take some getting used to. We had to open up the containers with the warm shirts, the ones with sleeves. It's hard to imagine. Thank you to those who asked how I'm feeling. It's a little hard to say. Mostly the same I guess, and now Lisa's got the achy eyes and the cough. I do have a few Bangkok (BKK) stories so stick around.
'Easy Monday' will be a snap on Tuesday with the lyrics to the chorus. I did get some correct responses. Sing on.
"You just slip out the back, Jack. Make a new plan, Stan. You don't need to be coy, Roy, just get yourself free. Hop on the bus, Gus.... there must be __ __ __ __ __ __." What more can I tell you. The first blank is a number. Hmm.
Lisa told me that while I was in BKK, Daku would go to my side of the bed and rest his chin there. At night he'd go there, sniff around and lie down. When I got home he was super excited. I just wish I could go outside and play with him. That's what he wants. He comes over to my side of the bed and paws me and looks at me with those pleading eyes.
I stayed at a fairly nice hotel, not upscale, and it was really interesting to hang out near the lobby and listen to all the different languages. There was a big Rugby tournament going on and there must have been about five teams staying at the Ambassador. I've watch a little bit of the sport, but to see these guys in person is impressive. Most of them are hulks. Across the street, there is a garden restaurant, and Friday night they had a jazz quartet with a woman fronting the group. They played a lot of jazz classics and it was a real treat to be able to just stand across the street for a little entertainment. Inside I discovered that they have a model train layout, complete with detailed landscape and a working train. That brought back childhood memories.
Except for my trip to Pantip Plaza on Friday evening, I stayed close to the hotel. Saturday I went searching for a market that I remembered from my last visit. On the way I encountered many groups of young women who were supposedly advertising for the various massage parlors on the block. Some had little cat whiskers drawn on their faces in honor of Halloween. I just struck me that it doesn't take five girls to tell you about a tiny business down the walkway. Oh well, it's Bangkok. It's all different there, compared to Chiang Rai. In fact, the mention of Chiang Rai brings big smiles from Bangkok locals. It's someplace they'd all like to experience.
There are two 7-11s on the block. One large and one tiny. I ended up in both of them. The big one has an old dog that hangs out in front. Everyone seems to know this dog, sometimes speaking to him, sometimes petting him. He's quite at home either on the front step or in the street by the curb. The dogs that seem to be loosely attached to someone are pretty mellow. The wild packs are another story, but I only know them from the country. I'll take the mellow dog every time.
Sunday morning, when I got to the airport I noticed two farangs (foreigners) checking their baggage. They caught my eye because they had hockey sticks. I did a double take, made sure I was seeing right, and just kept walking. I'm sure there's an ice rink in Bangkok. Now my curiosity has been peaked so I'll have to do some investigating. (555) There are many things I still have to learn about this wonderful, mysterious country. Over time I will share what I find. In the meantime, I need to do some more 'vegging'. You understand.
Have a Happy Tuesday.
Peace,
Danny
"Opportunity dances with those who are already on the dance floor."
~H. Jackson Brown, Jr.
Gettin' Funky, Thai Style
www.flickr.com/photos/gratidudepics
http://blog.risingstardom.com/
www.lisamosesgallery.com
The 'new weather' will take some getting used to. We had to open up the containers with the warm shirts, the ones with sleeves. It's hard to imagine. Thank you to those who asked how I'm feeling. It's a little hard to say. Mostly the same I guess, and now Lisa's got the achy eyes and the cough. I do have a few Bangkok (BKK) stories so stick around.
'Easy Monday' will be a snap on Tuesday with the lyrics to the chorus. I did get some correct responses. Sing on.
"You just slip out the back, Jack. Make a new plan, Stan. You don't need to be coy, Roy, just get yourself free. Hop on the bus, Gus.... there must be __ __ __ __ __ __." What more can I tell you. The first blank is a number. Hmm.
Lisa told me that while I was in BKK, Daku would go to my side of the bed and rest his chin there. At night he'd go there, sniff around and lie down. When I got home he was super excited. I just wish I could go outside and play with him. That's what he wants. He comes over to my side of the bed and paws me and looks at me with those pleading eyes.
I stayed at a fairly nice hotel, not upscale, and it was really interesting to hang out near the lobby and listen to all the different languages. There was a big Rugby tournament going on and there must have been about five teams staying at the Ambassador. I've watch a little bit of the sport, but to see these guys in person is impressive. Most of them are hulks. Across the street, there is a garden restaurant, and Friday night they had a jazz quartet with a woman fronting the group. They played a lot of jazz classics and it was a real treat to be able to just stand across the street for a little entertainment. Inside I discovered that they have a model train layout, complete with detailed landscape and a working train. That brought back childhood memories.
Except for my trip to Pantip Plaza on Friday evening, I stayed close to the hotel. Saturday I went searching for a market that I remembered from my last visit. On the way I encountered many groups of young women who were supposedly advertising for the various massage parlors on the block. Some had little cat whiskers drawn on their faces in honor of Halloween. I just struck me that it doesn't take five girls to tell you about a tiny business down the walkway. Oh well, it's Bangkok. It's all different there, compared to Chiang Rai. In fact, the mention of Chiang Rai brings big smiles from Bangkok locals. It's someplace they'd all like to experience.
There are two 7-11s on the block. One large and one tiny. I ended up in both of them. The big one has an old dog that hangs out in front. Everyone seems to know this dog, sometimes speaking to him, sometimes petting him. He's quite at home either on the front step or in the street by the curb. The dogs that seem to be loosely attached to someone are pretty mellow. The wild packs are another story, but I only know them from the country. I'll take the mellow dog every time.
Sunday morning, when I got to the airport I noticed two farangs (foreigners) checking their baggage. They caught my eye because they had hockey sticks. I did a double take, made sure I was seeing right, and just kept walking. I'm sure there's an ice rink in Bangkok. Now my curiosity has been peaked so I'll have to do some investigating. (555) There are many things I still have to learn about this wonderful, mysterious country. Over time I will share what I find. In the meantime, I need to do some more 'vegging'. You understand.
Have a Happy Tuesday.
Peace,
Danny
"Opportunity dances with those who are already on the dance floor."
~H. Jackson Brown, Jr.
Gettin' Funky, Thai Style
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Monday, November 1, 2010
Freedom
Hi,
The cold season is officially here. Nights in Chiang Rai are now in the 50s, not a cloud in the sky, with daytime highs in the low 80s. I have a few Bangkok stories, but I'll save them for when I'm feeling better. It's hard to concentrate with a low grade fever and achy everything.
The 'Old School' song that several of you knew was "Long Tall Sally", by Little Richard. Most of these old songs can be heard if you do a search in either Google or Youtube. It's amazing, how much music has been uploaded. In fact, if you do a Youtube search for Mosaic Tweed, you will hear the band I was in back in the late 60s singing "Comin' Home". You can hear what I sounded like as a young man. Big thanks to my dear friend Frank for letting me know. For 'Easy Monday' check this out: "'The problem is all inside your head', she said to me. The answer is easy if you take it logically. I'd like to help you in your struggle to be free, there must be __ __ __ __ __ __." Hint: The singer/writer was once part of a duo. Suggestions on dodging a relationship. There is a number involved.
This bug I have began in Bangkok, or before, so I may only have a day or so left. Bear with me, I'll be back to my chatty self before you know it. (Ha) I'll just rest and enjoy the constantly thumping bass from across the river. There's a big expo/carnival happening. So what if it's Monday night. Chiang Rai loves to party. What a place.
Have a Great Week.
Peace,
Danny
"Although we have been made to believe
that if we let go we will end up with nothing,
life itself reveals again and again the opposite;
that letting go is the path to real freedom."
~Sogyai Rinpoche
Gettin' Funky, Thai Style
www.flickr.com/photos/gratidudepics
http://blog.risingstardom.com/
www.lisamosesgallery.com
The cold season is officially here. Nights in Chiang Rai are now in the 50s, not a cloud in the sky, with daytime highs in the low 80s. I have a few Bangkok stories, but I'll save them for when I'm feeling better. It's hard to concentrate with a low grade fever and achy everything.
The 'Old School' song that several of you knew was "Long Tall Sally", by Little Richard. Most of these old songs can be heard if you do a search in either Google or Youtube. It's amazing, how much music has been uploaded. In fact, if you do a Youtube search for Mosaic Tweed, you will hear the band I was in back in the late 60s singing "Comin' Home". You can hear what I sounded like as a young man. Big thanks to my dear friend Frank for letting me know. For 'Easy Monday' check this out: "'The problem is all inside your head', she said to me. The answer is easy if you take it logically. I'd like to help you in your struggle to be free, there must be __ __ __ __ __ __." Hint: The singer/writer was once part of a duo. Suggestions on dodging a relationship. There is a number involved.
This bug I have began in Bangkok, or before, so I may only have a day or so left. Bear with me, I'll be back to my chatty self before you know it. (Ha) I'll just rest and enjoy the constantly thumping bass from across the river. There's a big expo/carnival happening. So what if it's Monday night. Chiang Rai loves to party. What a place.
Have a Great Week.
Peace,
Danny
"Although we have been made to believe
that if we let go we will end up with nothing,
life itself reveals again and again the opposite;
that letting go is the path to real freedom."
~Sogyai Rinpoche
Gettin' Funky, Thai Style
www.flickr.com/photos/gratidudepics
http://blog.risingstardom.com/
www.lisamosesgallery.com
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