Hi,
It was another beautiful day in Chiang Rai. Hot, humid, the same old dance but without air or a fan. Some things got fixed and some stayed the same, after repairs. Hmm.
I think a record was set on the number of responses to "Three Times a Lady" by The Commadores. It was also covered by Kenny Rogers among the many.
For the weekend see if you know this one: "I'm __ __ __ where the rain gets in, and stops my mind from wandering where it will go..." Clues: Four guys, I can relate, easy as pie. OK, go for it.
It all started last night. The rain came in a mild fashion. There were no high winds so we were not on 'alert', just enjoying the sound of it. Then a sound from within got our attention. A very slow single drip, drip, drip coming from the ceiling of the closet. What? We knew that Wit (handy guy) was coming over to work on a wall light so we'd have him look into it.
When Wit arrived this morning we had him start with the 'drip'. Apparently one of the roof tiles had shifted during the last windstorm and was letting a bit of water inside. At least it wasn't a gapping hole. After the roof repair we wanted him to fix a ceiling light that didn't work. I'd changed the bulb and nothing happened. Here's where lack of language can really be a barrier. Wit somehow didn't get the fact that the socket was bad. He decided to test it with his screwdriver and all the power went out. He had to carry the tall ladder down the stairs, reset the circuits, carry the ladder back up and try and figure out what went wrong. This kept happening until we were ready to just let the light be dead. He replace a switch and something else and still no light. Oh, and power was off for long periods in the middle of the day. This was not cool at all. (Ha) Oh well, the roof got fixed and that was the most important part.
This afternoon we had a visit from Ghan. She does alterations on clothes and she brought some things she'd been working on. One of the things she finished was a waist bag I had her re-create for me. I have a couple of these bags made with colorful stitching from the Hill Tribes but I wanted one in all black. It has a big pocket on each side for carrying things. I can wear it with anything and not clash.
Tonight we got big rain. We're on a break (Ha) right now. It would be a perfect time to take Daku out, but he's sleeping. Last night he didn't want to go downstairs when it was his bed time. We decided to let him sleep upstairs in the bedroom. This is big because he's usually kept in the bathroom if he stays. He slept until 5a.m. Then he was all wide awake, sticking his nose in the bed and wanting to go out. I took him down and brought him back and he was cool until 6. Then I took him to the kitchen to wait for Boot and BamBam. We're going to try it again tonight. The ultimate goal was to have a dog that stayed with us at night. He's still pretty young, but if it works it's even better that the pattern begin now.
We have a rainy weekend ahead. Hope yours is dry. Have a Wonderful WeekEnd. Oh yeah, there's 'Funnies'.
Peace,
Danny
A lesson about blood flow and circulation
A teacher was giving a lesson on the circulation of the blood. Trying to make the matter clearer, he said: "Now, students, if I stood on my head the blood, as you know, would run into it, and I should turn red in the face."
"Yes, sir," the boys said.
"Then why is it that while I am standing upright in the ordinary position the blood doesn't run into my feet?"
A little fellow shouted, "'It's because yer feet ain't empty."
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Friday, May 29, 2009
Thursday, May 28, 2009
Believe
Hi,
Our little car got it's first service adventure, the heat and humidity continued and the forecast calls for rain.
I knew you had it in you. The mail has been pouring in on this one. This popular song is from '78, it's a ballad.
"You're once, twice, __ __ __ __, and I love you..." Hint: See, I told you there was counting. Oh, the big giveaway: it's a song about a lady.
This morning we got a call from Toyota informing us that it had been one month since we got the car and it was time for its first service/check-up. They set an appointment for 2pm. While I was on my way there they called me again to remind me. When I pulled into the parking stall a young woman came up to the car and knew who I was. I was duly impressed. While I was sitting with the service counselor (that's what they're called) I asked them if they could remove some numbers that were on the windshield. There are six vertical rows of numbers that become very distracting while driving. I knew they weren't supposed to be there. Even after they brought over a young man who spoke a little English it was still not clear. We went back to the service area and I showed them what I was talking about. They finally got it. I had to wait for about an hour and a half but when I got the car the numbers were gone and it had been washed.
While I was waiting for the car I hung out in the 'resting area' which I've described before. I listened to music on my phone and watched the Thai version of the Emmy's and then a soap opera. There were refreshments and magazines and the whole thing was very comfortable. Tye and her husband Pong came to the house to visit Lisa while I was at Toyota. When Lisa told them where I was they didn't understand. It seems that the word is pronounced differently. It's not Toyota, it's Toyo-Tah, with the accent on the last syllable. OK then.
If you've ever had a fantasy about racing through the streets with red and blue lights flashing on the roof of your car and a siren wailing then you should come to Chiang Rai and join a Rescue Club. There are these civilian clubs where the guys drive pick-ups with small campers on the back. They usually congregate at designated spots and listen to emergency radio channels and even have a hotline number. They are sometimes the first responders to everything from traffic accidents to floods. They actually transport people to the hospital if an ambulance can't get there soon enough. Just think about it. Hmm.
The 'Ladder Guys' were out in force today. These men have big carts with a variety of aluminum ladders and they pull these things all over town. I saw three of them today, which is rare. Must be time to do things up high.
Our favorite 'football' team, Manchester United, lost to Barcelona in the European Championship. Oh well, we like Barcelona too. It was a 2-0 shutout and I think a lot of people were very disappointed. That's sports. You know life has changed for us when we're into soccer/football and not up on what's happening in the NBA, MLB, or the NFL. Hmm.
Have a Thrilling Thursday.
Peace,
Danny
"I was brought up to believe that
how I saw myself was more
important than how others saw me."
~Anwar El-Sadat
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www.lisamosesgallery.com
Our little car got it's first service adventure, the heat and humidity continued and the forecast calls for rain.
I knew you had it in you. The mail has been pouring in on this one. This popular song is from '78, it's a ballad.
"You're once, twice, __ __ __ __, and I love you..." Hint: See, I told you there was counting. Oh, the big giveaway: it's a song about a lady.
This morning we got a call from Toyota informing us that it had been one month since we got the car and it was time for its first service/check-up. They set an appointment for 2pm. While I was on my way there they called me again to remind me. When I pulled into the parking stall a young woman came up to the car and knew who I was. I was duly impressed. While I was sitting with the service counselor (that's what they're called) I asked them if they could remove some numbers that were on the windshield. There are six vertical rows of numbers that become very distracting while driving. I knew they weren't supposed to be there. Even after they brought over a young man who spoke a little English it was still not clear. We went back to the service area and I showed them what I was talking about. They finally got it. I had to wait for about an hour and a half but when I got the car the numbers were gone and it had been washed.
While I was waiting for the car I hung out in the 'resting area' which I've described before. I listened to music on my phone and watched the Thai version of the Emmy's and then a soap opera. There were refreshments and magazines and the whole thing was very comfortable. Tye and her husband Pong came to the house to visit Lisa while I was at Toyota. When Lisa told them where I was they didn't understand. It seems that the word is pronounced differently. It's not Toyota, it's Toyo-Tah, with the accent on the last syllable. OK then.
If you've ever had a fantasy about racing through the streets with red and blue lights flashing on the roof of your car and a siren wailing then you should come to Chiang Rai and join a Rescue Club. There are these civilian clubs where the guys drive pick-ups with small campers on the back. They usually congregate at designated spots and listen to emergency radio channels and even have a hotline number. They are sometimes the first responders to everything from traffic accidents to floods. They actually transport people to the hospital if an ambulance can't get there soon enough. Just think about it. Hmm.
The 'Ladder Guys' were out in force today. These men have big carts with a variety of aluminum ladders and they pull these things all over town. I saw three of them today, which is rare. Must be time to do things up high.
Our favorite 'football' team, Manchester United, lost to Barcelona in the European Championship. Oh well, we like Barcelona too. It was a 2-0 shutout and I think a lot of people were very disappointed. That's sports. You know life has changed for us when we're into soccer/football and not up on what's happening in the NBA, MLB, or the NFL. Hmm.
Have a Thrilling Thursday.
Peace,
Danny
"I was brought up to believe that
how I saw myself was more
important than how others saw me."
~Anwar El-Sadat
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www.lisamosesgallery.com
Wednesday, May 27, 2009
Time
Hi,
Today was cooler but humid so the comfort level didn't change. I went for a swim and never got dry and Daku is taller.
Only a few of you got "Stuck In The Middle With You", by Stealers Wheels. It's OK 'cause it was a long shot. One of the writer/members of the band was Gerry Rafferty who went on to have a hit with "Baker Street".
Now it's time for an easy one. You ought to know this one from the late '70's. Follow the clues and you'll win.
"Thanks for the times that you've given me, the memories are all in my mind. And now that we've come to the end of our rainbow there's something I must say out loud..." Clue: The name of the band is a rank you'd find on a ship, the song does some counting, and Eddie Murphy did a wonderful parody back in the SNL days.
Today we had to call the air/con guy to come check on our bedroom unit. Just when it gets really hot, the thing doesn't get as cold as it should. Still gets cool, but not quite enough. My guess is that it needs more 'cold juice'. (Ha)
Isn't it ironic that the extremes of temps would go all crazy. A month or so ago I was complaining about the pool being too cold. Now it's like swimming in a tropical lagoon. Today it was 92 degrees. Bath time. That should give you an indication of how hot it's been around here. After my swim and shower today, I had to keep a towel handy because of the humidity. I could have sworn I'd dried off, but by the time I got upstairs my face was dripping.
The dogs have the right idea. Sleep through it. Daku sleeps a lot during the day because he's growing so much. He eats, takes a nap, plays a bit, naps, eats... His back is almost the same height as BamBam's and they're nine months apart. By the time he's five months old he'll be bigger than her. When will it end? We wanted a big dog and we got one. Both dogs are hanging out with us this evening and they finally surrendered to the fact that they were tired. The room is quiet. Shhh.
Well, I guess you'd better get out there and have a Wacky Wednesday.
Peace,
Danny
"Time is like a river - it flows by and doesn't return."
~Chinese Proverb
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www.lisamosesgallery.com
Today was cooler but humid so the comfort level didn't change. I went for a swim and never got dry and Daku is taller.
Only a few of you got "Stuck In The Middle With You", by Stealers Wheels. It's OK 'cause it was a long shot. One of the writer/members of the band was Gerry Rafferty who went on to have a hit with "Baker Street".
Now it's time for an easy one. You ought to know this one from the late '70's. Follow the clues and you'll win.
"Thanks for the times that you've given me, the memories are all in my mind. And now that we've come to the end of our rainbow there's something I must say out loud..." Clue: The name of the band is a rank you'd find on a ship, the song does some counting, and Eddie Murphy did a wonderful parody back in the SNL days.
Today we had to call the air/con guy to come check on our bedroom unit. Just when it gets really hot, the thing doesn't get as cold as it should. Still gets cool, but not quite enough. My guess is that it needs more 'cold juice'. (Ha)
Isn't it ironic that the extremes of temps would go all crazy. A month or so ago I was complaining about the pool being too cold. Now it's like swimming in a tropical lagoon. Today it was 92 degrees. Bath time. That should give you an indication of how hot it's been around here. After my swim and shower today, I had to keep a towel handy because of the humidity. I could have sworn I'd dried off, but by the time I got upstairs my face was dripping.
The dogs have the right idea. Sleep through it. Daku sleeps a lot during the day because he's growing so much. He eats, takes a nap, plays a bit, naps, eats... His back is almost the same height as BamBam's and they're nine months apart. By the time he's five months old he'll be bigger than her. When will it end? We wanted a big dog and we got one. Both dogs are hanging out with us this evening and they finally surrendered to the fact that they were tired. The room is quiet. Shhh.
Well, I guess you'd better get out there and have a Wacky Wednesday.
Peace,
Danny
"Time is like a river - it flows by and doesn't return."
~Chinese Proverb
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www.lisamosesgallery.com
Tuesday, May 26, 2009
Today
Hi,
It was another hot day in Chiang Rai. We stayed out of most of it. There was a helmet crackdown (excuse the unintentional play on words) and lots of 'night cruising'. What?
Well, at least two of you knew the song. I don't really want to stump you, just challenge you. This may help:
"Clowns to the left of me, jokers to the right, here I am __ __ __ __ __ __." Clues: This tune was a hit in '72 and has had many covers. One of them by a Serbian Rock band called Cactus Jack. I know you've heard of them. (Ha) One of the writers of the song went on to have a solo career. If you get stuck, write me. Hmm.
With all the hot weather, many motorbike riders are opting to ride with the wind in their hair. This has given the police a new stream of revenue as they set up 'inspection points' in unexpected spots all over town. They're catching riders on blind corners, narrow access roads and any place where they can't be spotted early for a U-turn. Very clever.
This evening I went down to the Night Bazaar to meet with Paradorn, the artist that will be in the show with Lisa. On my way into town I noticed many small families out cruising on their bikes, three and four to a bike. They were out enjoying the relative cool of the evening.
Speaking of families, with our daily visits to the hospital I've had an opportunity to make many unscientific observations. When a Thai family member has to go to the hospital, often everybody goes. Especially if it's a senior member of the family. Yesterday in order to get to the treatment room where Lisa was taken, we had to pass a hallway for intensive care. In the 'lobby' of that unit there were two rows of chairs and behind that a large open space of bare floor. On the floor there were several families with blankets spread out. They had food and beverages and were just camping out. Watching the unity of these families is heartwarming.
Tonight I set up some speakers in the bedroom and put on some music. Daku is really into sound and seems to love music. He just sat there, right in the middle and listened. He reminded me of the dog on the old R.C.A. logo: "His master's voice'. Who remembers that?
It's time for Happy Tuesday.
Peace,
Danny
"Don't let yesterday use up too much of today."
~Native American Proverb
Gettin' Funky, Thai Style
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www.risingstardom.com
www.lisamosesgallery.com
It was another hot day in Chiang Rai. We stayed out of most of it. There was a helmet crackdown (excuse the unintentional play on words) and lots of 'night cruising'. What?
Well, at least two of you knew the song. I don't really want to stump you, just challenge you. This may help:
"Clowns to the left of me, jokers to the right, here I am __ __ __ __ __ __." Clues: This tune was a hit in '72 and has had many covers. One of them by a Serbian Rock band called Cactus Jack. I know you've heard of them. (Ha) One of the writers of the song went on to have a solo career. If you get stuck, write me. Hmm.
With all the hot weather, many motorbike riders are opting to ride with the wind in their hair. This has given the police a new stream of revenue as they set up 'inspection points' in unexpected spots all over town. They're catching riders on blind corners, narrow access roads and any place where they can't be spotted early for a U-turn. Very clever.
This evening I went down to the Night Bazaar to meet with Paradorn, the artist that will be in the show with Lisa. On my way into town I noticed many small families out cruising on their bikes, three and four to a bike. They were out enjoying the relative cool of the evening.
Speaking of families, with our daily visits to the hospital I've had an opportunity to make many unscientific observations. When a Thai family member has to go to the hospital, often everybody goes. Especially if it's a senior member of the family. Yesterday in order to get to the treatment room where Lisa was taken, we had to pass a hallway for intensive care. In the 'lobby' of that unit there were two rows of chairs and behind that a large open space of bare floor. On the floor there were several families with blankets spread out. They had food and beverages and were just camping out. Watching the unity of these families is heartwarming.
Tonight I set up some speakers in the bedroom and put on some music. Daku is really into sound and seems to love music. He just sat there, right in the middle and listened. He reminded me of the dog on the old R.C.A. logo: "His master's voice'. Who remembers that?
It's time for Happy Tuesday.
Peace,
Danny
"Don't let yesterday use up too much of today."
~Native American Proverb
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Monday, May 25, 2009
Who
Hi,
Hot is the best way to describe the weather here over the weekend. Yes, everybody's talking about the weather. We got a gift with our Sunday lunch, and Lisa did more Chiang Rai driving.
I'm surprised that I didn't hear from more of you with regards to the weekend song. It was so easy. The song was "Land of a Thousand Dances" by Wilson Pickett. Oh now you remember. Here's another stumper for you:
"Well I don't know why I came here tonight I got the feeling that something ain't right I'm so scared in case I fall off my chair..." Clues: If you get stuck, tomorrow's clue may help. The group had an odd name. Hmm.
Over the weekend Lisa finished another painting in her 'Dancers in Nature' series. She talked to the gallery owner about her show in August and discovered that we have some work to do besides her art. There's nothing like 'art business' to open ones eyes. There's a catalog that has to be produced and it's our responsibility. Also, the show needs a title. Time to put on the other creative hats and get busy.
Sunday we did our usual lunch at Black Canyon. During the course of our meal we heard some music that we really liked. It was an American artist and we wanted to know who it was. I asked the manager and she told me his name but I was having trouble understanding her. She wrote it down and it was Jason Mraz. I've heard him but never had any of his music. Later, when we asked for our 'Check Bin' a server brought it and she came to the table with a copy of the CD. She had gone to the back and burned it while we finished our lunch. I love it.
Earlier Sunday morning we had to go to the hospital for Lisa's bandage change. This time she drove us. She's getting more comfortable with the quirkiness of the local traffic. A friend wrote and asked a very interesting question: "Is a different part of the brain being used since you're driving on the other side of the car on the other side of the road?" Sometimes it feels like that. Hmm, there's a study for some courageous scientist.
Today we went back to Overbrook for a 'Toe check' and it didn't look so good. After much waiting, she was taken to the second floor to her doctors office and he had to remove the rest of the nail on her big toe. Then he gave her the instructions he thought he'd given her in the beginning. Limited walking, plenty of rest and no more ballet lessons. This came on the eve of what was to be a new adventure. Tye and three other mothers had rented a space for Lisa to teach their daughters. There were to be two lessons a week. Now the whole thing has to be put on hold until we return from America in July. Bummer. The discomfort is waning and the spirits are lifting. Everything will be alright so there's nothing to worry about. I'll get a good workout running the stairs and Daku has taken to lying beside her on the floor.
Have a Great Week and for those of you in the U.S., have a pleasant Memorial Day.
Peace,
Danny
"If I try to be like him,
Who will be like me?"
~Yiddish proverb
Gettin' Funky, Thai Style
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www.risingstardom.com
www.lisamosesgallery.com
Hot is the best way to describe the weather here over the weekend. Yes, everybody's talking about the weather. We got a gift with our Sunday lunch, and Lisa did more Chiang Rai driving.
I'm surprised that I didn't hear from more of you with regards to the weekend song. It was so easy. The song was "Land of a Thousand Dances" by Wilson Pickett. Oh now you remember. Here's another stumper for you:
"Well I don't know why I came here tonight I got the feeling that something ain't right I'm so scared in case I fall off my chair..." Clues: If you get stuck, tomorrow's clue may help. The group had an odd name. Hmm.
Over the weekend Lisa finished another painting in her 'Dancers in Nature' series. She talked to the gallery owner about her show in August and discovered that we have some work to do besides her art. There's nothing like 'art business' to open ones eyes. There's a catalog that has to be produced and it's our responsibility. Also, the show needs a title. Time to put on the other creative hats and get busy.
Sunday we did our usual lunch at Black Canyon. During the course of our meal we heard some music that we really liked. It was an American artist and we wanted to know who it was. I asked the manager and she told me his name but I was having trouble understanding her. She wrote it down and it was Jason Mraz. I've heard him but never had any of his music. Later, when we asked for our 'Check Bin' a server brought it and she came to the table with a copy of the CD. She had gone to the back and burned it while we finished our lunch. I love it.
Earlier Sunday morning we had to go to the hospital for Lisa's bandage change. This time she drove us. She's getting more comfortable with the quirkiness of the local traffic. A friend wrote and asked a very interesting question: "Is a different part of the brain being used since you're driving on the other side of the car on the other side of the road?" Sometimes it feels like that. Hmm, there's a study for some courageous scientist.
Today we went back to Overbrook for a 'Toe check' and it didn't look so good. After much waiting, she was taken to the second floor to her doctors office and he had to remove the rest of the nail on her big toe. Then he gave her the instructions he thought he'd given her in the beginning. Limited walking, plenty of rest and no more ballet lessons. This came on the eve of what was to be a new adventure. Tye and three other mothers had rented a space for Lisa to teach their daughters. There were to be two lessons a week. Now the whole thing has to be put on hold until we return from America in July. Bummer. The discomfort is waning and the spirits are lifting. Everything will be alright so there's nothing to worry about. I'll get a good workout running the stairs and Daku has taken to lying beside her on the floor.
Have a Great Week and for those of you in the U.S., have a pleasant Memorial Day.
Peace,
Danny
"If I try to be like him,
Who will be like me?"
~Yiddish proverb
Gettin' Funky, Thai Style
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www.risingstardom.com
www.lisamosesgallery.com
Friday, May 22, 2009
Friday Funnies
Hi,
It was another postcard day here in Chiang Rai. Blue sky with some fluffy white clouds. Did I just say 'fluffy'? Repairs were made and we braved downtown on a Friday afternoon.
It was bound to happen. It was just a matter of time before things broke down and you didn't know what I was talking about. I think the 'no Google' may have set a few of you back. (Ha) Leveled the playing field. The song was "Nature Boy". The artist was Nat 'King' Cole and the film was The Boy With Green Hair. This is a classic recording of the tune and the film will blow your mind. I'll let you read about it and maybe we can find it online.
For the weekend, everyone gets a break from the taskmaster. This song has probably been covered at least a
thousand times. Oh, it's about dancing or something: "Naaa, na na na naaa, na na na naaa na na na na na naaa, na na na naaa..." Hint: Ha, you expect a hint after all that info? Another song where the title is not in the lyric.
We have a new repair guy now. He's the same man who fixed our sink problem. Boot interrogated him and found out he can do lots of things. Today he fixed the front gate and did the heroic deed of climbing up into the roof to check on 'The Thing'. Of course, he found nothing. He also found that we hadn't lost a roof tile, it was probably a left over piece that blew off in the high winds. We slept downstairs last night because the noise was too creepy. That was a bit of an adventure for the dogs. They've wandered into the guest room, but never hung out there. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't our room. Tonight we'll start off upstairs again and see what unfolds.
On Fridays the traffic starts to pick up steam a little after 3pm. We were down on the main drag and it was really getting busy. On our way home we saw what may have been a major contributor. There is a large Wat (temple) in the north east part of town. We passed in front of it and discovered it was the staging area for a big parade. There were at least 75 to 100 women dressed in traditional Thai suits, all shades of lavendar. There were three floats that we saw, and a couple of drum-corps units. We don't know the occasion for the celebration, but it was a big deal. The crosstown traffic going in the direction of the wat was bumper-to-bumper and not moving much. If I can find out what it was, I will let you know.
Here's a bit of information you can drop at your next dull gathering: The hardware stores in Chiang Rai are all run by women. There are men who work there, but the bosses are women and the sales people are women. Very interesting.
And finally, a Daku story. We got up at the usual time this morning and BamBam was outside and Daku was in the kitchen. Lisa entered the kitchen and Daku did his usual 'I'm so hungry/Good morning dance' around her feet. She prepared his breakfast and as he was gobbling it down, she realized that he and BamBam had already had breakfast. Two meals in fifteen minutes? No problem. Needless to say, he got small lunch.
Have a Fantastic WeekEnd. It's time for the 'Funnies'.
Peace,
Danny
You know how most packages say "Open here". What is the protocol if the package says, "Open somewhere else"?
Why are they called buildings, when they're already finished? Shouldn't they be called builts?
Why are they called apartments, when they're all stuck together?
Why do people without a watch look at their wrist when you ask them what time it is?
If at first you do succeed, try not to look astonished.
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www.risingstardom.com
www.lisamosesgallery.com
It was another postcard day here in Chiang Rai. Blue sky with some fluffy white clouds. Did I just say 'fluffy'? Repairs were made and we braved downtown on a Friday afternoon.
It was bound to happen. It was just a matter of time before things broke down and you didn't know what I was talking about. I think the 'no Google' may have set a few of you back. (Ha) Leveled the playing field. The song was "Nature Boy". The artist was Nat 'King' Cole and the film was The Boy With Green Hair. This is a classic recording of the tune and the film will blow your mind. I'll let you read about it and maybe we can find it online.
For the weekend, everyone gets a break from the taskmaster. This song has probably been covered at least a
thousand times. Oh, it's about dancing or something: "Naaa, na na na naaa, na na na naaa na na na na na naaa, na na na naaa..." Hint: Ha, you expect a hint after all that info? Another song where the title is not in the lyric.
We have a new repair guy now. He's the same man who fixed our sink problem. Boot interrogated him and found out he can do lots of things. Today he fixed the front gate and did the heroic deed of climbing up into the roof to check on 'The Thing'. Of course, he found nothing. He also found that we hadn't lost a roof tile, it was probably a left over piece that blew off in the high winds. We slept downstairs last night because the noise was too creepy. That was a bit of an adventure for the dogs. They've wandered into the guest room, but never hung out there. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't our room. Tonight we'll start off upstairs again and see what unfolds.
On Fridays the traffic starts to pick up steam a little after 3pm. We were down on the main drag and it was really getting busy. On our way home we saw what may have been a major contributor. There is a large Wat (temple) in the north east part of town. We passed in front of it and discovered it was the staging area for a big parade. There were at least 75 to 100 women dressed in traditional Thai suits, all shades of lavendar. There were three floats that we saw, and a couple of drum-corps units. We don't know the occasion for the celebration, but it was a big deal. The crosstown traffic going in the direction of the wat was bumper-to-bumper and not moving much. If I can find out what it was, I will let you know.
Here's a bit of information you can drop at your next dull gathering: The hardware stores in Chiang Rai are all run by women. There are men who work there, but the bosses are women and the sales people are women. Very interesting.
And finally, a Daku story. We got up at the usual time this morning and BamBam was outside and Daku was in the kitchen. Lisa entered the kitchen and Daku did his usual 'I'm so hungry/Good morning dance' around her feet. She prepared his breakfast and as he was gobbling it down, she realized that he and BamBam had already had breakfast. Two meals in fifteen minutes? No problem. Needless to say, he got small lunch.
Have a Fantastic WeekEnd. It's time for the 'Funnies'.
Peace,
Danny
You know how most packages say "Open here". What is the protocol if the package says, "Open somewhere else"?
Why are they called buildings, when they're already finished? Shouldn't they be called builts?
Why are they called apartments, when they're all stuck together?
Why do people without a watch look at their wrist when you ask them what time it is?
If at first you do succeed, try not to look astonished.
Gettin' Funky, Thai Style
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Thursday, May 21, 2009
Beginning
Hi,
It's been a beautiful day here in Chiang Rai. It was 91 at the airport, no rain in sight and it's been a mellow day.
I got some correct answers regarding the song title, but homework (memory mining) is needed on the artist.
"And while we spoke of many things, fools and kings this he said to me: 'The greatest thing you'll ever learn is just to love and be loved in return'". Clue: The boy was a natural. The year was 1948. Many covers so be careful. Movie had a different title than the song. Singer played piano, sang, and had a T.V. show at one time. Technology allowed him to do a duet with his daughter. Hmm.
This morning I ran some errands. There's a place downtown that we call the 'drug store'. It's actually a small, over-stuffed warehouse for everything medical. There's so much stuff in the place that it's a wonder they know where anything is, but they know and they find it. One time a doctor told us to get what we needed there instead of waiting at the hospital pharmacy. Anyway, I stopped there for a few things and then got the car washed. It was way overdue. With all the rain we've had, it was filthy. What a joy to see it all shiny in the sunlight. Now if I can just avoid the puddles. Oh, there's one of those words that doesn't come out the same in English. In Thai speak it would be pronounced 'puddin'. Now you know.
Last night we heard a noise that sounded like something metallic being struck. I went out with my flashlight and walked the grounds but saw nothing. Then we realized it was coming from inside, above the ceiling. Hmm, then we heard little feet and got concerned. Whatever it was, it was moving and there was no way to deal with it. Pretty freaky. We saw a broken tile on the deck after the big storm and figured that was how the 'thing' got into the house. We haven't heard it tonight, so far. I'm hoping it found it's way out in the daylight.
Lately Daku has discovered his sense of smell. He has become acutely aware of everything and whenever he's outside he has his nose to the ground, sniffing anything in his path. He also locks in on smells in the air. If the neighbors are cooking, he knows. Another thing he does now is hide things from BamBam. Last week he had a rawhide bone and he took it and hid it behind a floor lamp until he was ready for it again. BamBam and Daku have this thing where they'll trade treats. They'll be chewing away and just get up and switch places. They're quite a pair. Daku is almost as big as BamBam and he's only 4 months old (on the 24th). Gonna be a big dog.
You might want to figure out how to program your VCR or TiVo for the Monaco GP this weekend. It's always a star-studded event and a very exciting race.
If you're in America, have a Cool Thursday. If you're in New Zealand, have a Great Friday.
Peace,
Danny
"There will come a time when you believe everything is finished.
That will be the beginning."
~Louis L'Amour
Gettin' Funky, Thai Style
www.flickr.com/photos/gratidudepics
www.risingstardom.com
www.lisamosesgallery.com
It's been a beautiful day here in Chiang Rai. It was 91 at the airport, no rain in sight and it's been a mellow day.
I got some correct answers regarding the song title, but homework (memory mining) is needed on the artist.
"And while we spoke of many things, fools and kings this he said to me: 'The greatest thing you'll ever learn is just to love and be loved in return'". Clue: The boy was a natural. The year was 1948. Many covers so be careful. Movie had a different title than the song. Singer played piano, sang, and had a T.V. show at one time. Technology allowed him to do a duet with his daughter. Hmm.
This morning I ran some errands. There's a place downtown that we call the 'drug store'. It's actually a small, over-stuffed warehouse for everything medical. There's so much stuff in the place that it's a wonder they know where anything is, but they know and they find it. One time a doctor told us to get what we needed there instead of waiting at the hospital pharmacy. Anyway, I stopped there for a few things and then got the car washed. It was way overdue. With all the rain we've had, it was filthy. What a joy to see it all shiny in the sunlight. Now if I can just avoid the puddles. Oh, there's one of those words that doesn't come out the same in English. In Thai speak it would be pronounced 'puddin'. Now you know.
Last night we heard a noise that sounded like something metallic being struck. I went out with my flashlight and walked the grounds but saw nothing. Then we realized it was coming from inside, above the ceiling. Hmm, then we heard little feet and got concerned. Whatever it was, it was moving and there was no way to deal with it. Pretty freaky. We saw a broken tile on the deck after the big storm and figured that was how the 'thing' got into the house. We haven't heard it tonight, so far. I'm hoping it found it's way out in the daylight.
Lately Daku has discovered his sense of smell. He has become acutely aware of everything and whenever he's outside he has his nose to the ground, sniffing anything in his path. He also locks in on smells in the air. If the neighbors are cooking, he knows. Another thing he does now is hide things from BamBam. Last week he had a rawhide bone and he took it and hid it behind a floor lamp until he was ready for it again. BamBam and Daku have this thing where they'll trade treats. They'll be chewing away and just get up and switch places. They're quite a pair. Daku is almost as big as BamBam and he's only 4 months old (on the 24th). Gonna be a big dog.
You might want to figure out how to program your VCR or TiVo for the Monaco GP this weekend. It's always a star-studded event and a very exciting race.
If you're in America, have a Cool Thursday. If you're in New Zealand, have a Great Friday.
Peace,
Danny
"There will come a time when you believe everything is finished.
That will be the beginning."
~Louis L'Amour
Gettin' Funky, Thai Style
www.flickr.com/photos/gratidudepics
www.risingstardom.com
www.lisamosesgallery.com
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