Traveling here is absolutely good, to be honest. I've written about the length of time it takes, at length (pardon the pun), because I kind of felt it made for a good story. But, I really like it here. It's so different from any other place I've experienced. There's this energy and hustle and bustle that is so beautiful and so addictive. People are warm and friendly. Even in the red light district, you get the feeling that people are actually having fun! Thai people enjoy laughing and smiling and tossing around jokes. No one takes themselves too seriously. No one feels that they are above or beyond someone else. It feels like a very accepting place. And it's infectious and fun.
When we've walked the streets, we've seen a lot of stray dogs. Even they seem to exist in harmony, you don't see any fights, any struggles, no overt hierarchy or power structures. They each kind of mosey along and do their own thing. I've yet to see or hear someone chasing a dog away from a restaurant or store front or anything. It's like everyone understands that they can coexist easily. It feels quite remarkable.
Frankly, I am going to miss this energy. It's amazing to be able to walk outside from your hotel/room and feel the energy that is alive on the streets. People are moving and talking and laughing, there is always something going on. Yesterday, for example, at 6:45 am, when Jack & I went off to get some water before our excursion day, two women (more likely lady-boys), had just left the Cabaret and were singing "We are the Champions, my friend!" at the top of their lungs. Clearly coming home after a long and crazy night of dancing and partying. It's like jumping into a freezing cold lake - it leaves you breathless and laughing and wanting more. : )
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