I joined the Army for many reasons, see the world, travel, adventure, be all that I can be. But one reason I chose the Army was for the uniforms. Uniforms were cool. They looked good, they are functional, they identify you as part of a team, and when I was younger, the girls loved them. Now I don't wear a uniform as such. I wear shorts and sandals because it's so hot here so I guess that is my uniform.
When I used to come to Thailand as part of my duty. I go to travel Thailand and stay in Thailand hotels. I used to worry I would lose my uniforms staying in Thailand hotels because they were very popular with the Thai people. The Thai soldiers would often come to my hotel in Thailand and want to trade or me just give them my uniform. But mine was always too big. They wanted boots but I wear size 12 and they wanted size 8. I thought they just love the uniforms but later I found out traveling around Thailand you can find Americna military uniforms on sale most anywhere. Many still had on the name tags of its former owner.
So alas those days are gone now so I make new adventures. My uniform has changed but I think we all wear a type of uniform no matter what. Aloha and mahalo.
Wednesday, February 15, 2006
I Miss My Uniform (Sometimes)
Monday, February 13, 2006
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Sunday, February 12, 2006
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Wednesday, February 08, 2006
Siam Coffee
Ah the smell of coffee brewing. It's one of the best aromas in the world. I love walking into a Starbucks and smelling the different coffees. Don't you love that smell too. Don't it make you want a nice cup of exquisite coffee in your home. I am a Coffee Lover from way back. As long as I can remember I have been enjoying a good cup of coffee, anytime day or night. When I first came here to Thailand it was hard to find coffee. I had to go to 7 Eleven and make a cup of Nescafe. It was OK but the cups were small so I had to make many trips. Then on one of my trips to Thailand when I was still in the Army I was amazed to see a Starbucks, and very happy too. Starbucks is expensive but is great. I lived in the Seattle/Tacoma area for 4 years so I was very well acquainted with Starbucks and several other coffee shops. I got used to latte's and such. I was addicted to Egg Nog Latte's during the holidays. Now, I am happy to report, there are many coffee shops around Thailand. Not just starbucks but also Black Canyon, Blue Mountain and many little stands like were prevalent in Washington. As coffee has caught on here many Thai's are drinking it but what is also popular here is ice coffee and ice coffee drinks. Happy Coffee drinking.
P.S. Don't forget Valentine's Day, it's coming soon
Monday, February 06, 2006
Yo Pittsburg Steelers
Congratulations to the Pittsburg Steelers. It was a Great Superbowl. They desrved the Victory. Big Ben didn't look like a second year player. He is definitely a leader. I like the Seattle Seahawks but today was game day and they were all nerves or something. They most definitely had their chances and it's hard to overcome making mistakes at critical times. It took a lot to get there but today was the Steelers day. Good to see the Rolling Stones still rocking. Mahalo Seahawks, Steelers, Detroit, ESPN and the NFL. Aloha for now.
Saturday, February 04, 2006
Super Sunday
Friday, February 03, 2006
Valentine's Day
Valentine's Day is fast approaching again. Here in Thailand they recognize Valentine's Day but it is more like how we did in elementary school. Everybody is your Valentine and everybody wants a gift from you. Their special day here is Loy Khrathong Day. It is in November during the full moon. During this day couples float "Loy" a Khratnong together. A Khrathong is lotus flowers and candles on a platform that will float. They float them together and if they stay together in the water, so will the couple. I have a special someone that I have had the fortune of being with for 5 years and we have had 5 Valentine Days together. We have survived the cultural and language challenges together and we are still going stong. We have been together since the first day I came to live in Thailand. We have had our ups and downs but I have most definitely found my soulmate. We have our love, romance, and companionship. We originally met via the internet so anything is possible and does happen all the time.