Life moves slower here. We just sit and chat for an hour. Asking the concierge a question takes 25 minutes because we get into a long conversation about Thai and English languages. There is always lots of smiling and laughing involved in any conversation. A dozen prophetic signs at the airport said "All smile, all the time." A perfect description for the Thais and for me in the upcoming year!
I've learned a few words, but it doesn't come easily. Hello is Sawat -dii kha. I can also say thank you, good, no, temple, and noodles. At Adam's suggestion I learned "Beautiful shirt" which is a great conversation starter. I have a lot to learn. I can't wait to take a class.
Today has been more adventures and some taking care of business. I can't believe I haven't even been here 48 hours. I am alreay 90% on the right sleeping schedule. Last night was 12-7am. Today we saw an Olympic ice-cream making contest. I also got my cell phone squared away, got my last rabies shot (at 4% of the cost it was in the US).
Dan and I also bought tickets to go to Koh Chang (elephant Island) tomorrow till Monday. It's an adventure and I'm along for the ride.
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