Hi,
Today was a perfect day for a road trip. We traveled north to the 'factory' and beyond. Tomorrow is another holiday, and the festivals continue. We also had a nice visit with a friend.
I got a lot of 'hits' on this one. Many of you knew the song, but missed out on the spelling. Lots of old memories.
"And __ has stormy eyes, that flash at the sound of lies. And __ has wings to fly above the clouds (above the clouds)..." Hint: It's a girls name, but not quite the one you might think.
This morning we drove north to the Ban Den district to see the latest framing work by Khun Tod. He did two of Lisa's cast acrylic prints in the style that was discussed on Monday's visit. One was done in brown and the other in black. They both came out beautifully and Lisa was very pleased. The rest of the work will follow the same style, with his discretion on the shade of brown for the appropriate works.
We continued north to the Mae Chan area to go to Tesco. It was an item on our gift list and since we were half-way there we figured it was worth the side trip. On the way back we stopped at the airport so I could get my airline tickets for a February trip to Phuket. It was quite a morning.
This afternoon our friend Johan came over for a little pool business, and to catch up on what's been happening. Among the things we talked about were the possibilities for warming the pool. We may have hatched a plan. He also told us about his 10 month old grand-daughter in Holland. It was good to hang out for awhile.
Chiang Rai is busy with the Food Festival and the Fish Eating Festival (not sure if that's what they call it). Tomorrow is Constitution Day. I'm sure that will be cause to light more fireworks. There might even be a parade somewhere in town.
We're at the point where it's time to bring in a suitcase and start that wonderful ordeal of packing for the trip to America. We leave Thailand on December 22 and will stay in the States until January 12. So much to do before we leave. The excitement is beginning.
Have a Thrilling Thursday.
Peace,
Danny
"Music is to the heart as air is to the lungs"
~Unknown
Gettin' Funky, Thai Style
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http://blog.risingstardom.com/
www.lisamosesgallery.com
Thursday, December 9, 2010
Wednesday, December 8, 2010
Wisdom
Hi,
Today was another beautiful day, and we enjoyed it. Morning errands and browsing, massage in the afternoon, and the Night Bazaar this evening. You also might be interested in yet another festival.
The 'Easy Monday' song was "Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin)" by Sly and the Family Stone. Clever, huh? Now it's time to visit the 'Summer of Love', a summer of very diverse musical expression. This one proves that:
"Who's peakin' out from under a stairway, calling a name that's lighter than air? Who's bending down to give me a rainbow? Everyone knows it's __." Clue: A big hit for a big group. They were associated with lush harmonies.
This morning we went to Bliss Photo Studio to pick up all the versions of all the photos of Lisa and her art work taken by Chalit. After a nice visit we strolled up the street to a traditional clothing store that we pass all the time. Today was the day we went inside. The selection was really wonderful. Many different styles that we'd never seen, and some modern versions of older styles. The store is part of a complex that includes a photo studio for taking pictures in traditional Thai clothing from earlier times. The final photos look like portraits of royalty. Hmm, sounds like fun.
Following a quick stop at the local pet supply (who can resist) we headed downtown. One of our stops was at the watch guy's shop. His place is open on two sides, on a street corner. Today the city had done the mosquito fogging and watch guy wasn't too happy about it. He smiled as he told us how bad it was. We're just glad it had dissipated by the time we arrived.
Our massage sessions have turned into physical therapy, which is fine with us. Today's session left both of us feeling relaxed, and it fit the mood of the day. We'll get one more session before going to America. We're going to miss our special massages. Maybe we'll have to investigate and see what's available when we get there. One our way home we encountered a real traffic jam. I had a suspicion it was some kind of parade since they seem to find me. (Ha) Sure enough, as we approached one of the major temples in Chiang Rai, I spotted banner carriers, and a large group of monks walking in the street. That called for a U turn. Just as we turned the corner to go over the bridge, they took down the barricades. Oh well, we enjoyed the ride over the bridge and through Ban Mai village.
The Night Bazaar gets pretty crowded these days. We got there fairly early, while some vendors were still setting up, but there was a crowd building. We basically finished our holiday shopping. There was so much to see, it was hard to stay focused. While we were in the 9 Shop, the music had me bobbing my head. We asked the guy who it was, but at first it was not real clear what he was saying. He said a name several times and just as he turned to write it down I figured it out. It was Linkin Park. It didn't sound like that when he said it. American music is alive and well in Thailand. The store guy loves it.
The quiet spell across the river was short lived. There is another festival happening now. Tye referred to it as the 'Fish Eating Festival'. We have no idea what this means, except there will be a lot of fish over there, and a lot of live music.
Have a Wacky Wednesday.
Peace,
Danny
"We don't receive wisdom;
we must discover it for ourselves after a journey
that no one can take for us or spare us."
~Proust
Gettin' Funky, Thai Style
www.flickr.com/photos/gratidudepics
http://blog.risingstardom.com/
www.lisamosesgallery.com
Today was another beautiful day, and we enjoyed it. Morning errands and browsing, massage in the afternoon, and the Night Bazaar this evening. You also might be interested in yet another festival.
The 'Easy Monday' song was "Thank You (Falettinme Be Mice Elf Agin)" by Sly and the Family Stone. Clever, huh? Now it's time to visit the 'Summer of Love', a summer of very diverse musical expression. This one proves that:
"Who's peakin' out from under a stairway, calling a name that's lighter than air? Who's bending down to give me a rainbow? Everyone knows it's __." Clue: A big hit for a big group. They were associated with lush harmonies.
This morning we went to Bliss Photo Studio to pick up all the versions of all the photos of Lisa and her art work taken by Chalit. After a nice visit we strolled up the street to a traditional clothing store that we pass all the time. Today was the day we went inside. The selection was really wonderful. Many different styles that we'd never seen, and some modern versions of older styles. The store is part of a complex that includes a photo studio for taking pictures in traditional Thai clothing from earlier times. The final photos look like portraits of royalty. Hmm, sounds like fun.
Following a quick stop at the local pet supply (who can resist) we headed downtown. One of our stops was at the watch guy's shop. His place is open on two sides, on a street corner. Today the city had done the mosquito fogging and watch guy wasn't too happy about it. He smiled as he told us how bad it was. We're just glad it had dissipated by the time we arrived.
Our massage sessions have turned into physical therapy, which is fine with us. Today's session left both of us feeling relaxed, and it fit the mood of the day. We'll get one more session before going to America. We're going to miss our special massages. Maybe we'll have to investigate and see what's available when we get there. One our way home we encountered a real traffic jam. I had a suspicion it was some kind of parade since they seem to find me. (Ha) Sure enough, as we approached one of the major temples in Chiang Rai, I spotted banner carriers, and a large group of monks walking in the street. That called for a U turn. Just as we turned the corner to go over the bridge, they took down the barricades. Oh well, we enjoyed the ride over the bridge and through Ban Mai village.
The Night Bazaar gets pretty crowded these days. We got there fairly early, while some vendors were still setting up, but there was a crowd building. We basically finished our holiday shopping. There was so much to see, it was hard to stay focused. While we were in the 9 Shop, the music had me bobbing my head. We asked the guy who it was, but at first it was not real clear what he was saying. He said a name several times and just as he turned to write it down I figured it out. It was Linkin Park. It didn't sound like that when he said it. American music is alive and well in Thailand. The store guy loves it.
The quiet spell across the river was short lived. There is another festival happening now. Tye referred to it as the 'Fish Eating Festival'. We have no idea what this means, except there will be a lot of fish over there, and a lot of live music.
Have a Wacky Wednesday.
Peace,
Danny
"We don't receive wisdom;
we must discover it for ourselves after a journey
that no one can take for us or spare us."
~Proust
Gettin' Funky, Thai Style
www.flickr.com/photos/gratidudepics
http://blog.risingstardom.com/
www.lisamosesgallery.com
Tuesday, December 7, 2010
Permission
Hi,
The weather in Chiang Rai was just what you expected, sunny and warm. A perfect day for running errands and taking a giant step.
Our 'Easy' song was just that for four of you right away. Oh yes, and three of you spelled the title correctly too.
"Dance to the music all night long. Everyday people, sing a simple song.... I want to __ __ __ __ __ __ __." Hint: This verse is a big clue as to who is singing the song. We all love it when we can be ourselves. Hmm.
This morning I went into town with a list of things to do. There was a stop at the pharmacy warehouse, a visit to the sprinkler store for adapters with spikes so the sprinklers stand up straight, and then the hardware stores. The first hardware store didn't have what I wanted so I went down the street to the place with the elevator. Boot's friend Jaa works there and I saw her as soon as I got out of the car. As I was leaving I noticed some guys from the store setting up a machine on the sidewalk. They were pouring raw rice into a bin on top. My curiosity got the better of me so I hung around to see what was going to happen. They adjusted some knobs and turned the thing on. The husks of the rice started coming out of one side, and rice kernels poured into a bucket on the other. The two women who were auditioning the machine held samples in their hands, examined it and smiled. Now I know what that looks like. It's a long way from the original way of doing things.
My next stop was the big stationary store for some large, white, plastic boards (think: plastic cardboard) that Lisa uses to mount her art when it's finished. Since we got the polyethylene cut into some big sizes, she needs bigger backing. They had two huge pieces that I bought. I knew they wouldn't fit in the car so I made an attempt to bend them. The girl at the check out took me and the boards to the rear of the store where a guy rolled them on a table that turned out to be a machine that puts a fiber strap around things. It was amazing how it worked. All I had to do was move the passenger seat and maneuver the roll into the car. You never know when technology will save the day.
The last stop was at the little market for pepper. I had parked close to a truck that has intrigued me for some time. It's a pick-up with a shell that looks like the roof of a Thai house. I used to think it was a coffee truck, but today I discovered that it's a rolling kitchen. More than a lunch wagon, they cook fresh food, and set up tables on the sidewalk so you can sit down and eat. They were just packing things up while I was watching. Very efficient.
Late this afternoon I went back to town for the 'big step' I spoke of. I got a small tattoo on the inside of my left wrist. It's in Thai and it means 'Gratitude'. I got the idea from our friends from The Sold Project. Something meaningful that is a discrete reminder. To Thais there are different interpretations, but it still comes out basically the same. The tattoo artist, Aoy, understood why I got it. What's really important is that I understand why I got it.
The funny part is that I was all prepared to go through some incredible pain, but it really didn't hurt that much. Hmm, that may not be a good thing. (555)
One last driving note. As I approached a green light with a countdown display I knew I'd make it. It read 8, but then it read 9, and then changed to 4. Amazing Thailand. I made the light anyway.
Have a Happy Tuesday.
Peace,
Danny
"We come equipped with everything we need to experience a
powerful life full of joy, incredible passion, and profound peace.
The difficult part is giving ourselves permission to live it."
~Deborah Rosado Shaw
Gettin' Funky, Thai Style
www.flickr.com/photos/gratidudepics
http://blog.risingstardom.com/
www.lisamosesgallery.com
The weather in Chiang Rai was just what you expected, sunny and warm. A perfect day for running errands and taking a giant step.
Our 'Easy' song was just that for four of you right away. Oh yes, and three of you spelled the title correctly too.
"Dance to the music all night long. Everyday people, sing a simple song.... I want to __ __ __ __ __ __ __." Hint: This verse is a big clue as to who is singing the song. We all love it when we can be ourselves. Hmm.
This morning I went into town with a list of things to do. There was a stop at the pharmacy warehouse, a visit to the sprinkler store for adapters with spikes so the sprinklers stand up straight, and then the hardware stores. The first hardware store didn't have what I wanted so I went down the street to the place with the elevator. Boot's friend Jaa works there and I saw her as soon as I got out of the car. As I was leaving I noticed some guys from the store setting up a machine on the sidewalk. They were pouring raw rice into a bin on top. My curiosity got the better of me so I hung around to see what was going to happen. They adjusted some knobs and turned the thing on. The husks of the rice started coming out of one side, and rice kernels poured into a bucket on the other. The two women who were auditioning the machine held samples in their hands, examined it and smiled. Now I know what that looks like. It's a long way from the original way of doing things.
My next stop was the big stationary store for some large, white, plastic boards (think: plastic cardboard) that Lisa uses to mount her art when it's finished. Since we got the polyethylene cut into some big sizes, she needs bigger backing. They had two huge pieces that I bought. I knew they wouldn't fit in the car so I made an attempt to bend them. The girl at the check out took me and the boards to the rear of the store where a guy rolled them on a table that turned out to be a machine that puts a fiber strap around things. It was amazing how it worked. All I had to do was move the passenger seat and maneuver the roll into the car. You never know when technology will save the day.
The last stop was at the little market for pepper. I had parked close to a truck that has intrigued me for some time. It's a pick-up with a shell that looks like the roof of a Thai house. I used to think it was a coffee truck, but today I discovered that it's a rolling kitchen. More than a lunch wagon, they cook fresh food, and set up tables on the sidewalk so you can sit down and eat. They were just packing things up while I was watching. Very efficient.
Late this afternoon I went back to town for the 'big step' I spoke of. I got a small tattoo on the inside of my left wrist. It's in Thai and it means 'Gratitude'. I got the idea from our friends from The Sold Project. Something meaningful that is a discrete reminder. To Thais there are different interpretations, but it still comes out basically the same. The tattoo artist, Aoy, understood why I got it. What's really important is that I understand why I got it.
The funny part is that I was all prepared to go through some incredible pain, but it really didn't hurt that much. Hmm, that may not be a good thing. (555)
One last driving note. As I approached a green light with a countdown display I knew I'd make it. It read 8, but then it read 9, and then changed to 4. Amazing Thailand. I made the light anyway.
Have a Happy Tuesday.
Peace,
Danny
"We come equipped with everything we need to experience a
powerful life full of joy, incredible passion, and profound peace.
The difficult part is giving ourselves permission to live it."
~Deborah Rosado Shaw
Gettin' Funky, Thai Style
www.flickr.com/photos/gratidudepics
http://blog.risingstardom.com/
www.lisamosesgallery.com
Monday, December 6, 2010
See
Hi,
The weather was perfect for our wild and crazy weekend. We went to the country for a turkey dinner, washed the dogs, and went back to the country to deliver artwork for framing. Chiang Rai also had a 36 hour Music Festival that we could hear from our house.
Our 'Old School Friday' song was "I Walk The Line" by Johnny Cash. For 'Easy Monday' this may be a challenge:
"Lookin' at the devil, grinnin' at his gun, fingers start to shakin', I begin to run. Bullets start chasin', I begin to stop. We begin to wrestle, I was on the top. I wanna __ __ __ __ __ __ __..." Hint: There's a sly twist with the words in the title. It was by a Bay Area band that was a family affair. Think hard.
Saturday morning Lisa asked Boot if Thai people liked mashed potatoes. The answer was yes. Our host, Noni, had told us how many were coming for the big turkey dinner. We thought we might need more so I went up to Macro for more spuds. Lisa made a delicious gravy for her special mashed potatoes made with coconut milk. Yum. We got an email from Bob and Noni with a map and directions to their house. We followed the directions pretty well until we realized we had been driving too long. We could see the river as we drove up a mountain road. That wasn't on the map. We tried to call but had no signal. Back down the mountain, enjoying the views, and the locals going about life until we finally got to a landmark we recognized. Not long after that we arrived at the house. It turns out we were not the only ones to get lost.
We got a tour of the new house and enjoyed small talk with the other guests. We knew most of the people there so it was fun. They have a stove with an oven. This is not the norm for a Thai kitchen, but it's the only way to do a turkey. When it was time for dinner the bird was brought out. There were vegetables, the potatoes, and the turkey. It was all wonderful. The house is on a large plot of land with spectacular views from the upstairs balcony. When the sun set we could see a Buddha off in the distance, set mid way up a mountain. There were floodlights shining on it, making it glow in the darkness. We had no trouble finding our way home, but just wished we had brought a little turkey with us. (Ha)
Sunday was the usual Big C morning, a lazy afternoon, and a quiet evening at home. In the distance we could hear the thumping of the music, which was somewhere just north of us.
Today we went out to Tod's 'factory' to take him 25 of Lisa's cast acrylic prints for framing. Our friend Chalit went with us to act as translator, and to meet Tod. While they discussed how she wanted to have the work presented, I strolled around and took pictures of the many projects that were underway. Chalit was amazed that I remembered how to get there after one visit. He told me I drove like a native. I took that as a compliment. We'll get two pieces back in a few days to see if they look like Lisa's vision. It's nice doing it like this since it cuts down on the 'surprises'.
Have a Great Week.
Peace,
Danny
"What we see depends mainly on what we look for."
~John Lubbock
Gettin' Funky, Thai Style
www.flickr.com/photos/gratidudepics
http://blog.risingstardom.com/
www.lisamosesgallery.com
The weather was perfect for our wild and crazy weekend. We went to the country for a turkey dinner, washed the dogs, and went back to the country to deliver artwork for framing. Chiang Rai also had a 36 hour Music Festival that we could hear from our house.
Our 'Old School Friday' song was "I Walk The Line" by Johnny Cash. For 'Easy Monday' this may be a challenge:
"Lookin' at the devil, grinnin' at his gun, fingers start to shakin', I begin to run. Bullets start chasin', I begin to stop. We begin to wrestle, I was on the top. I wanna __ __ __ __ __ __ __..." Hint: There's a sly twist with the words in the title. It was by a Bay Area band that was a family affair. Think hard.
Saturday morning Lisa asked Boot if Thai people liked mashed potatoes. The answer was yes. Our host, Noni, had told us how many were coming for the big turkey dinner. We thought we might need more so I went up to Macro for more spuds. Lisa made a delicious gravy for her special mashed potatoes made with coconut milk. Yum. We got an email from Bob and Noni with a map and directions to their house. We followed the directions pretty well until we realized we had been driving too long. We could see the river as we drove up a mountain road. That wasn't on the map. We tried to call but had no signal. Back down the mountain, enjoying the views, and the locals going about life until we finally got to a landmark we recognized. Not long after that we arrived at the house. It turns out we were not the only ones to get lost.
We got a tour of the new house and enjoyed small talk with the other guests. We knew most of the people there so it was fun. They have a stove with an oven. This is not the norm for a Thai kitchen, but it's the only way to do a turkey. When it was time for dinner the bird was brought out. There were vegetables, the potatoes, and the turkey. It was all wonderful. The house is on a large plot of land with spectacular views from the upstairs balcony. When the sun set we could see a Buddha off in the distance, set mid way up a mountain. There were floodlights shining on it, making it glow in the darkness. We had no trouble finding our way home, but just wished we had brought a little turkey with us. (Ha)
Sunday was the usual Big C morning, a lazy afternoon, and a quiet evening at home. In the distance we could hear the thumping of the music, which was somewhere just north of us.
Today we went out to Tod's 'factory' to take him 25 of Lisa's cast acrylic prints for framing. Our friend Chalit went with us to act as translator, and to meet Tod. While they discussed how she wanted to have the work presented, I strolled around and took pictures of the many projects that were underway. Chalit was amazed that I remembered how to get there after one visit. He told me I drove like a native. I took that as a compliment. We'll get two pieces back in a few days to see if they look like Lisa's vision. It's nice doing it like this since it cuts down on the 'surprises'.
Have a Great Week.
Peace,
Danny
"What we see depends mainly on what we look for."
~John Lubbock
Gettin' Funky, Thai Style
www.flickr.com/photos/gratidudepics
http://blog.risingstardom.com/
www.lisamosesgallery.com
Friday, December 3, 2010
Friday Funnies
Hi,
Today has been a day of meeting friends for 'goodbyes', several levels of translations, and an evening of music, and more translation.
The Doors were hot during the 'Summer of Love' with "Light My Fire". A lot of you responded to that one. Now it's time for 'Old School Friday'. This one's from 1956, but you don't have to be old to know it. (Ha) This one is easy.
"I keep a close watch on this heart of mine. I keep my eyes wide open all the time. I keep the ends out for the tie that binds. Because you're mine, __ __ __ __." Hint: It's an 'Old School' tune by a singer who had a long and varied career. He's singing about something he doesn't want to cross.
This afternoon we met with our friends Poui and Jimmy for coffee at Doi Chaang. They will be going back to Australia until April. We will see them briefly after that and then they will leave again. We had a fun visit and learned about a spot we'll have to visit when we return to Thailand in January. Near the end of our visit I saw our friend Kevin walking up the street and ran out to say 'Hi'. At the same time Heather and Michael arrived and we discovered that they have to return to America. There we were, standing in the parking lot, saying goodbye to two couples that we have come to know in recent months. There's a lesson in there somewhere, something about impermanence. I'm just grateful that we've had such wonderful people in our lives.
This evening we went to Mu Mai to record Jenny singing. The original plan was to go to all the sets she does in one evening. Those plans changed when she told us that the Food Fair was being held right down the street from the second restaurant where she sings. It will be crazy there tonight so we'll see her one night next week. Tonight I got bits of her singing in English and Thai. She sings for an hour at Mu Mai, has a break from 7 to 9pm and then does an interesting set at Cabbages & Condoms from 9pm to 10pm. The first half is solo, and the second half is with a keyboard player and a guitar player. Then she returns to Mu Mai, returns to C & C, and finally ends the night with a midnight set with her brother's band, where she sings three songs. This schedule is every night. I hope I can keep up with her. (Ha)
While all of today's events were happening, Lisa's phone kept ringing with consultations from the several people who have been graciously helping her express her thoughts in Thai for her portfolio and show catalogue. There are apparently, many ways to convey the same basic idea. It's the same in any language. The thing is, if you don't read that language, you never know how the translation came out unless you get another person to read it to you and tell you what they read. Are you following this? That's what it's been like all day. Not easy, but it's getting done.
Tomorrow we go to a dinner party at Noni and Bob's. We'll finally have that turkey dinner, and see their new house. Lisa's making mashed potatoes. On Sunday, Lisa and Martin will begin work on the catalogue for the show.
Have a Wonderful WeekEnd. Enjoy the 'Funnies', part 2 of last weeks list.
Peace,
Danny
* Some cause happiness wherever they go. Others whenever they go.
* I used to be indecisive. Now I'm not sure.
* When tempted to fight fire with fire, remember that the Fire Department usually uses water.
* You're never too old to learn something stupid.
* To be sure of hitting the target, shoot first and call whatever you hit the target.
* Nostalgia isn't what it used to be.
* Some people hear voices. Some see invisible people. Others have no imagination whatsoever.
* A bus is a vehicle that runs twice as fast when you are after it as when you are in it.
* Change is inevitable, except from a vending machine.
Gettin' Funky, Thai Style
www.flickr.com/photos/gratidudepics
http://blog.risingstardom.com/
www.lisamosesgallery.com
Today has been a day of meeting friends for 'goodbyes', several levels of translations, and an evening of music, and more translation.
The Doors were hot during the 'Summer of Love' with "Light My Fire". A lot of you responded to that one. Now it's time for 'Old School Friday'. This one's from 1956, but you don't have to be old to know it. (Ha) This one is easy.
"I keep a close watch on this heart of mine. I keep my eyes wide open all the time. I keep the ends out for the tie that binds. Because you're mine, __ __ __ __." Hint: It's an 'Old School' tune by a singer who had a long and varied career. He's singing about something he doesn't want to cross.
This afternoon we met with our friends Poui and Jimmy for coffee at Doi Chaang. They will be going back to Australia until April. We will see them briefly after that and then they will leave again. We had a fun visit and learned about a spot we'll have to visit when we return to Thailand in January. Near the end of our visit I saw our friend Kevin walking up the street and ran out to say 'Hi'. At the same time Heather and Michael arrived and we discovered that they have to return to America. There we were, standing in the parking lot, saying goodbye to two couples that we have come to know in recent months. There's a lesson in there somewhere, something about impermanence. I'm just grateful that we've had such wonderful people in our lives.
This evening we went to Mu Mai to record Jenny singing. The original plan was to go to all the sets she does in one evening. Those plans changed when she told us that the Food Fair was being held right down the street from the second restaurant where she sings. It will be crazy there tonight so we'll see her one night next week. Tonight I got bits of her singing in English and Thai. She sings for an hour at Mu Mai, has a break from 7 to 9pm and then does an interesting set at Cabbages & Condoms from 9pm to 10pm. The first half is solo, and the second half is with a keyboard player and a guitar player. Then she returns to Mu Mai, returns to C & C, and finally ends the night with a midnight set with her brother's band, where she sings three songs. This schedule is every night. I hope I can keep up with her. (Ha)
While all of today's events were happening, Lisa's phone kept ringing with consultations from the several people who have been graciously helping her express her thoughts in Thai for her portfolio and show catalogue. There are apparently, many ways to convey the same basic idea. It's the same in any language. The thing is, if you don't read that language, you never know how the translation came out unless you get another person to read it to you and tell you what they read. Are you following this? That's what it's been like all day. Not easy, but it's getting done.
Tomorrow we go to a dinner party at Noni and Bob's. We'll finally have that turkey dinner, and see their new house. Lisa's making mashed potatoes. On Sunday, Lisa and Martin will begin work on the catalogue for the show.
Have a Wonderful WeekEnd. Enjoy the 'Funnies', part 2 of last weeks list.
Peace,
Danny
* Some cause happiness wherever they go. Others whenever they go.
* I used to be indecisive. Now I'm not sure.
* When tempted to fight fire with fire, remember that the Fire Department usually uses water.
* You're never too old to learn something stupid.
* To be sure of hitting the target, shoot first and call whatever you hit the target.
* Nostalgia isn't what it used to be.
* Some people hear voices. Some see invisible people. Others have no imagination whatsoever.
* A bus is a vehicle that runs twice as fast when you are after it as when you are in it.
* Change is inevitable, except from a vending machine.
Gettin' Funky, Thai Style
www.flickr.com/photos/gratidudepics
http://blog.risingstardom.com/
www.lisamosesgallery.com
Thursday, December 2, 2010
Laugh
Hi,
Chiang Rai had another sunny, warm day. The build up to the holiday weekend is in the air. I went to the market, and the Night Bazaar, we lunched with Jaffee, and Daku is getting 'manners'.
There's nothing like the 'Summer of Love' to spark old memories. Wayne reminds us that the album version is the only 'real' version of this song. I have to agree. "The time to hesitate is through. No time to wallow in the mire. Try now we can only lose, and our love become a funeral pyre. Come on baby __ __ __, come on baby __ __ __, try to set the night on fire, yeah." Hint: Yeah, like you need one.
This Sunday is The King's birthday, but it feels like the celebration has already begun. In addition to this being what is known as the 'High Season', with tourists all over the place, many Thais come to Chiang Rai for holiday weekends like this one. They come from smaller towns, as well as bigger cities. It's quite exciting.
This morning I went to the big market to get a couple of brooms for Boot. The place was really bustling as people swarmed the area for supplies for their stores, restaurants, and home kitchens. The little shop where I get the brooms is right next to a lot where the tiny 'taxi trucks' assemble, and it's a madhouse. Right behind that there are booths selling chilies and my nose began to tingle like crazy. On the sidewalk there were women selling fresh vegetables, and items for offerings at the nearby temple. The one-way street was filled with cars, trucks, bicycles, and motorcycles with sidecars, as well as the normal motorbikes. What beautiful chaos.
Our business lunch with Jaffee was very productive. He just returned from a trip to China, where he's involved with a new magazine. We discussed all the pieces of the production for Lisa's art show. He has broad experience in the publishing business and knows how to put things together. After we had finished eating, Daku snuck out from the kitchen and was a perfect gentleman. He went over to Jaffee and politely snuggled up to him and when he was led to our side of the table, he settled down right away.
This evening I had to make a quick stop at the Night Bazaar to pick up some work that was being done for me by one of the vendors. The street was buzzing with tourists from all over the world. There were two giant buses letting passengers off, and the entrance was a mini traffic jam. Fortunately, I was on a mission, and just made my way to the stall I needed. The young man I went to see makes incredible jewelry out of cords, stones, and fabric. The piece he was making for me was finished, and I managed to get out without being distracted. Whew. It could have been a long night.
Have a Thrilling Thursday.
Peace,
Danny
"Blessed are we who can laugh at ourselves
For we shall never cease to be amused."
~Unknown
Gettin' Funky, Thai Style
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www.lisamosesgallery.com
Chiang Rai had another sunny, warm day. The build up to the holiday weekend is in the air. I went to the market, and the Night Bazaar, we lunched with Jaffee, and Daku is getting 'manners'.
There's nothing like the 'Summer of Love' to spark old memories. Wayne reminds us that the album version is the only 'real' version of this song. I have to agree. "The time to hesitate is through. No time to wallow in the mire. Try now we can only lose, and our love become a funeral pyre. Come on baby __ __ __, come on baby __ __ __, try to set the night on fire, yeah." Hint: Yeah, like you need one.
This Sunday is The King's birthday, but it feels like the celebration has already begun. In addition to this being what is known as the 'High Season', with tourists all over the place, many Thais come to Chiang Rai for holiday weekends like this one. They come from smaller towns, as well as bigger cities. It's quite exciting.
This morning I went to the big market to get a couple of brooms for Boot. The place was really bustling as people swarmed the area for supplies for their stores, restaurants, and home kitchens. The little shop where I get the brooms is right next to a lot where the tiny 'taxi trucks' assemble, and it's a madhouse. Right behind that there are booths selling chilies and my nose began to tingle like crazy. On the sidewalk there were women selling fresh vegetables, and items for offerings at the nearby temple. The one-way street was filled with cars, trucks, bicycles, and motorcycles with sidecars, as well as the normal motorbikes. What beautiful chaos.
Our business lunch with Jaffee was very productive. He just returned from a trip to China, where he's involved with a new magazine. We discussed all the pieces of the production for Lisa's art show. He has broad experience in the publishing business and knows how to put things together. After we had finished eating, Daku snuck out from the kitchen and was a perfect gentleman. He went over to Jaffee and politely snuggled up to him and when he was led to our side of the table, he settled down right away.
This evening I had to make a quick stop at the Night Bazaar to pick up some work that was being done for me by one of the vendors. The street was buzzing with tourists from all over the world. There were two giant buses letting passengers off, and the entrance was a mini traffic jam. Fortunately, I was on a mission, and just made my way to the stall I needed. The young man I went to see makes incredible jewelry out of cords, stones, and fabric. The piece he was making for me was finished, and I managed to get out without being distracted. Whew. It could have been a long night.
Have a Thrilling Thursday.
Peace,
Danny
"Blessed are we who can laugh at ourselves
For we shall never cease to be amused."
~Unknown
Gettin' Funky, Thai Style
www.flickr.com/photos/gratidudepics
http://blog.risingstardom.com/
www.lisamosesgallery.com
Wednesday, December 1, 2010
Moment
Hi,
Today was a mellow day in Chiang Rai. There were Skype calls, a translation meeting, and more invitations to put on the calendar. Looks like we'll be busy until we leave on our Winter Visit.
Lots of mail came in for the 'Easy' song. It was the classic "Stairway To Heaven" by Led Zeppelin. Good ones stick. Time now for a trip to 'The Summer of Love'. I think this will also be an easy one. This L.A. band shared the love.
"You know that it would be untrue. You know that I would be a liar, if I was to say to you, girl we couldn't get much higher. Come on baby __ __ __, come on baby, __ __ __..." Clue: The singer is not asking for a light. The band is named after something one walks through. Hmm.
I remembered something interesting from yesterday. All of the school kids have to wear uniforms. There seem to be at least two outfits at most of the schools. Yesterday it was 'wear what you want' day at the big high school on the west side. It was as if it was a Saturday, or school was closed. It brought back memories of 'special' days back in the last century when I was a teenager. (Ha)
This is one of those days when not much happened. We got an invitation to a party on the 18th, and a reception on the 19th. That's in addition to the return of our friends Cynthia and Lynn on the 11th. Oh yes, and there's also a Chiang Rai Youth Orchestra concert on the 18th as well. One could certainly become a social butterfly if not careful.
This afternoon Atom came over to help with translating the catalog for the show as well as the names of some of Lisa's new prints. When all the translations are done, and all the work for the show has been photographed, everything will be taken to our friend Martin, who will design the catalog for the show. At the same time, large prints will be made of about 10 pieces as part of a portfolio. This portfolio will be used by Jaffee to present Lisa to other galleries, primarily in Bangkok. We have to get as much of this done before we leave for America, since we'll only have a month to prepare after our return to Thailand.
This Friday we'll be going out on the town, literally. Our friend Jenny has consented to let me video her singing at the various places where she sings. The plan is to show a typical evening as a traveling musician. When I get it all sorted out, it will be a featured on my Youtube 'magazine' project. As they say, 'Stay tuned'.
Time for a Wacky Wednesday.
Peace,
Danny
"At the moment you are most in awe of all there is about life
that you don't understand,
you are closer to understanding it all than at any other time."
~Jane Wagner
Gettin' Funky, Thai Style
www.flickr.com/photos/gratidudepics
http://blog.risingstardom.com/
www.lisamosesgallery.com
Today was a mellow day in Chiang Rai. There were Skype calls, a translation meeting, and more invitations to put on the calendar. Looks like we'll be busy until we leave on our Winter Visit.
Lots of mail came in for the 'Easy' song. It was the classic "Stairway To Heaven" by Led Zeppelin. Good ones stick. Time now for a trip to 'The Summer of Love'. I think this will also be an easy one. This L.A. band shared the love.
"You know that it would be untrue. You know that I would be a liar, if I was to say to you, girl we couldn't get much higher. Come on baby __ __ __, come on baby, __ __ __..." Clue: The singer is not asking for a light. The band is named after something one walks through. Hmm.
I remembered something interesting from yesterday. All of the school kids have to wear uniforms. There seem to be at least two outfits at most of the schools. Yesterday it was 'wear what you want' day at the big high school on the west side. It was as if it was a Saturday, or school was closed. It brought back memories of 'special' days back in the last century when I was a teenager. (Ha)
This is one of those days when not much happened. We got an invitation to a party on the 18th, and a reception on the 19th. That's in addition to the return of our friends Cynthia and Lynn on the 11th. Oh yes, and there's also a Chiang Rai Youth Orchestra concert on the 18th as well. One could certainly become a social butterfly if not careful.
This afternoon Atom came over to help with translating the catalog for the show as well as the names of some of Lisa's new prints. When all the translations are done, and all the work for the show has been photographed, everything will be taken to our friend Martin, who will design the catalog for the show. At the same time, large prints will be made of about 10 pieces as part of a portfolio. This portfolio will be used by Jaffee to present Lisa to other galleries, primarily in Bangkok. We have to get as much of this done before we leave for America, since we'll only have a month to prepare after our return to Thailand.
This Friday we'll be going out on the town, literally. Our friend Jenny has consented to let me video her singing at the various places where she sings. The plan is to show a typical evening as a traveling musician. When I get it all sorted out, it will be a featured on my Youtube 'magazine' project. As they say, 'Stay tuned'.
Time for a Wacky Wednesday.
Peace,
Danny
"At the moment you are most in awe of all there is about life
that you don't understand,
you are closer to understanding it all than at any other time."
~Jane Wagner
Gettin' Funky, Thai Style
www.flickr.com/photos/gratidudepics
http://blog.risingstardom.com/
www.lisamosesgallery.com
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