Category Archives: life lessons

We’re Off to See the Lizard…

Posted on May 4, 2010 by Brooke

There’s something everyone loves about Thailand… It’s something you can’t quite name, though. It’s as if this place is a bit magical; as if nearly anything can happen. And pretty much anything CAN happen, I firmly believe. And will. You … Continue reading →

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“The monks are coming over”

Posted on April 29, 2010 by Michael

Traveling from Chaing Mai, Thailand, Brooke and I headed to Luang Prabang, Laos, for about a week. Upon arrival, we found our guesthouse-Vilay Guesthouse-and settled there for three nights. On our third night, Vilay graciously invited us to a celebration … Continue reading →

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Thai Farm Cooking School

Posted on April 18, 2010 by Brooke

A major action step on my Chiang Mai wish list has been learning about the food culture, and naturally, I couldn’t resist signing up for a Thai cooking course. Michael and I have tried our hand at various curries, Pad … Continue reading →

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Things I’m Thankful for… in Chiang Mai

Posted on April 15, 2010 by Brooke

I’ll be taking a few minutes now to share a few of the greatest things about being in Chaing Mai. This is by no means an exhaustive list, but in no particular order, they include: The locals are so incredibly … Continue reading →

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Songkran Festival

Posted on April 14, 2010 by Michael

The Thai New Year — Year of the Tiger. Words don’t do justice. Nor do pictures. Maybe video will show the wildness. Songkran Festival Luckily we were spared during our meal. From the street level. Street level view from Songkran … Continue reading →

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