Quiet day

Yes there is such a thing as a bad massage - we just had one. The foot massage was ok but the head massage was anything but. More of a poke and a breast rub which was indeed very odd. My head is now very sore to touch. Maybe they had the second string team on today but it certainly wasn't overly pleasant. Tough I hear you say and you are probably right - too much of a good thing .

Anyway after the excitement of yesterday we have taken it easy today with only that one excursion except that Peter is out exploring again. He goes on long walks and finds interesting things to look at but it is all too hot for me today. I think a swim is on the cards.

Anyway - here are a couple of shots from the last few days.

Monks are treated very kindly here

You can even send them food parcels

This chicken was very tempting too.

I got some of these roses for my birthday

One more of the silk from yesterday - isn't it luscious

Birthday in Bangkok

First excursion of the day was to a Thai Craft Fair. These are held regularly with different villages bringing along crafts that they have made. It is a wonderful way to get income for small villages as well as developing new skills.
These were some baskets which would be fabulous at home but too big to get onboard the plane I fear.

These timber chairs were actually part of the Hotel display I think as there were no price tags on them but amazing organic shapes don't you think?

If you look closely - the colour in these bags is created by dyed silkworm pods.

Jim Thompson is credited with reviving the Thai silk trade and although he disappeared mysteriously many years ago his legacy lives on. His products are very expensive and elegant but there is a Factory outlet which is 5 floors of silk and cotton products. These are a selection of cushion covers in every colour of the rainbow.

Here are some of the racks of silk bolts. I bought some wonderful two colour silks and some amazing pleated silk.

As it was my birthday I also managed to fit in a facial and a wonderful Italian Dinner. Yes I know the Thai food is great here too but variety is always good.