I met up with my GAP group two days ago in Bangkok. I think I got quite lucky with my group; A solid and diverse bunch of 12 Canadians, and one lonely but determined American. Average age is probably 25 and that makes me the third oldest in the group. Though I sometimes feel like an old man due to my inability to consume unhealthy amounts of beer and function on minimal sleep. Our group likes to party. Our group likes the Chang, Singha and Tiger beer varieties all just the same. Even the four nurses in our group seem to have forgotten all that they've learned in nursing school. I try to remind myself that beer is for whimps, bring on the vodka, chumps.
We took an overnight train ride to Chiang Mai and have been spending a few nice days here, away from the hustle of Bangkok. I took a nice bike ride around town and the countryside with my guide, Meow. As she explains, her mother loves cats, so she was named Meow and her sister Miow. Seriously. And of course, I continue to snap away at Wats, Buddhas and many charming monks that we've seen along the way.
Tomorrow we will migrate to Chiang Rai and then begin our 3-day trek through the mountains and jungle. Tonight, I imagine more Changs will be consumed.
3 comments:
there are but a few things one must learn on a journey of the spirit and soul...consumption of Asian beer is not for the light-hearted...dillution with Stolichnaya may add to the fascinating sights and sounds of Thailand, but you will ultimately arrive at the same destination as your nurse mates - the porcelain god does not forgive its sinners lightly....you have been forewarned.
fascinating read my man...fascinating!
Good to hear from you Jetboy...your assessment is delicate and precise. A shout-out to Levs as well!
Many more interesting experiences since I last posted, so I hope to share soon, tonight there's only time to call the one - Britt A.
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Kachko update this page sonny man.
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