Sunday, October 10, 2010

Saturday afternoon at the Phon Na Kaeo long boat races.



Spent most of the time leisurely walking around the entire lake, Chang at hand.
I was a bit amazed by the number of people who recognized and greeted me.




Of course there was plenty of entertainment, dancing, socializing, and yes... drinking


  


Plenty of security around the stage and dancing area, all smiles and Thai polite, made me feel safe and welcome.


Lost in translation
My work permit application had been put on hold until the new school term begins in November.  
There were some questions regarding my answers on one of the forms:
For official purposes I listed my father as "unknown" and left the remaining questions blank.  
I had to explain why I did not list his occupation and religion.
I listed my mother as deceased, but still had to explain her religion.  
She's not going to church these days.




Don't miss this link
"Threat of bubble economy looms again for Thailand"    THE NATION
a well written and informative editorial analyzing the current monetary situation



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