AMAZING THAILAND: AN INSIDE VIEW OF WHAT HAPPENS DURING A BUDDHIST CELEBRATION FOR THOSE BECOMING MONKS AT A LOCAL WAT (TEMPLE)

Copyright (C) 2008 by F. Scott Sinclair. AllRights Reserved. It's always fascinating to watch Thais celebrate the honored tradition of young (& old) men becoming monks. Such a sacred tradition that's been embedded in Thai culture forever. The joy, laughter, serenity, playfulness, loving kindness and seriousness of this traditional Thai ritual is truly that: amazing. These rural farmers, families and friends bestow their hearts on a platter almost, as they worship and pray for those Thai souls who have chosen to become monks. Whether that be for a week, or a lifetime, it doesn't matter. Becoming a monk is the most sacred and pious act that anyone can make if they are a Buddhist. Watch the People of the Land of Smiles rejoice...!

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A TRIBUTE TO "GEORGE CARLIN" AN AMERICAN ICON:

A TRUE "IDOL" IF THE TRUTH BE KNOWN FOR MILLIONS OF

"CRITICAL THINKING" FUCKING AMERICANS...!

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George Carlin on "The American Dream"

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A CONVENIENT (I HOPE) TABLE OF CONTENTS OF

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(Fair & Balanced? You be the judge...)

THE O'REILLY FACTOR

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INGENUITY AND HARDWORK ARE THE INGREDIENTS INSTILLED INTO THE VIRTUOUS THAI CHARACTER: WE COULD LEARN A LOT FROM THAIS IN THESE CHALLENGING TIMES

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Reserved. Click on the picture if you'd like to view a larger image of the picture. This is a photo of a motorcycle vendor who comes to your doorstep and delivers appetizing treats, cakes, dried squid (in some cases); hence, you name it, and if Thai vendors on their three wheeled motorcycles can make a buck (or a Baht, the monetary means of exchange in Thailand)--I can almost guarantee that somebody will try to bring the product to your home. Thais are very enterprising and will survive any economic downturn, no matter what. Those who work in factories like Westerners are less likely to escape the forthcoming worldwide recession (or depression) because they've become wage slaves, and lack the survival skills that are past on from generation to generation in Thailand. That why Thailand survived the 1997 economic crash via hardwork and ingenuity here in the Land of Smiles.

A CHILD'S PARADISE IN AMAZING THAILAND

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Reserved. Just click on the picture to enlarge the image. I was standing in the shade trying to escape the midday sun, and its blistering rays. In the process, the following picture caught my eye. My trusty Pentax K10D said: C'mon, take the picture...! So, I did... It seems that every country tries to amuse their youngsters with unique and fun activities. Thailand is no exception to this rule. Thai children (like all children) love to climb around a maze of obstacles, as you can see by this colorful outside setting of make believe objects: a child's paradise. This park-like setting is situated alongside a calm river that buzzes with activity around dinnertime. Joggers, walkers, sightseers, lovers and friends, stroll along the concrete path that flows alongside the contour of the riverbed. A delightful experience...

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A WORLD OF INCIDENTS AT YOUR FINGERTIPS:

TRULY AMAZING...! AND IT'S UPDATED EVERY

360 SECONDS, I'VE BEEN TOLD. A REALLY

PLEASANT TREAT AND INTELLECTUAL JOURNEY.

TRY IT, YOU MIGHT LIKE IT.

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NOW, BOW YOUR HEADS...AND SAY "GRACE" IS WHAT MY GRANDMOTHER USED TO SAY BEFORE EACH & EVERY MEAL. AND THAI FOOD IS A BLESSING, THAT'S FOR SURE...

Copyright (C) 2008 by F. Scott Sinclair. All Rights Reserved. Just click on the picture to enlarge the image. Outdoor food vendors are a dime a dozen in Thailand, these days--and always...a delight, that's for sure. If there's one thing Thais and farangs (foreigners) love to do in Thailand, and that's to eat. Whether it's consuming food from a motorcycle vendor at your doorstep, to sidewalk stalls, to fancy restaurants located in plush surroundings, whether inside or outside: Thai food abounds in its delightfully delicious manner--all around you. You can spend large sums of money for only the best foods available. Or you can delight your palate and taste buds for only a few baht: 25 to 50 baht at most. Entrepreneurs at their best, in the land of the free. Yes, Thailand means: Free Land. And the vendors selling food, goods, etc. will certainly appeal to your tastes and desires. Consumerism at its finest and most pleasant moment(s) in the Land of Smiles. This picture was taken with my trusty Pentax K10D.

A HARD DAYS WORK, THAT'S FOR SURE...

Copyright (C) 2008 by F. Scott Sinclair. All Rights Reserved. Just click on the picture if you would like to enlarge the photograph. These Thai workers were exhausted after doing menial labor for the past eight or so hours. The building of a new department store takes a lot of bodies in order to build it to completion. Just resting in the back of a truck used for transportation purposes (hauling passengers), and/or supplies, etc. was a blessing for these folks, as you can see for yourself.

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