Here’s a compelling story. Compelling if you along the lines tongues of flame descending from heaven, or talking snakes and forbidden fruit. It seems that 1000 years after the Buddha had vacated […]
When an Elephant Falls
Eve’s Apple
The trans-gendered are pretty widely accepted, at least in Bangkok. After 7 Thai language classes, I wonder if it starts with linguistics. The Thai language uses the same word (khau) for “he”, […]
Amphawa Floating Market
Went on a field trip. Our first venture out of the city. First to XXXX to watch and learn about pottery. It was okay. To be honest, my eyes sort of glaze […]
Enemy of the State
Though we’ve really enjoyed our previous posts, we find ourselves blessed to be in a city where there is so much to do. From popular concerts, to physical activities. The Cordon Bleu […]
Survival Thai
Say whatever you will about missionaries, they did…
All Hail!
An interesting place Thailand. It is one of the few remaining monarchies under Rama X. The king is revered and is descended from gods. The Lese-Majeste laws in Thailand are among […]
Chatuchak Market
I’m not sure why the scene makes me smile so. This is Chatuchak Market in Bangkok, Thailand. It is part state fair, part pop-up store, part hardware store, part flea market. 15,000 […]
So, How’s Bangkok?
I’m asked by those from afar. “So, how’s Bangkok?” “Hot! Flipping hot!” I remember hitting the ground in Jakarta and how the temperature was oppressive. It’s the same here. The heat. […]
Secret Asian Man 