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Ayutthaya, Bang Pa In Summer Palace, Chai Wattanaram Temple

Monday, November 18th started out quite sad.  I received news that my cousin, Sharon, had passed away.  I have such wonderful memories of sharing holidays with our families at my grandparents home in the hills over-looking Medford, OR. Shortly after … Continue reading

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Hike through Hellfire Pass, Traveling on Death Railway and Riding Elephants

Sunday, 17th of November was one of the most jam-packed days I can remember.  Full of learning, somber reflection, excitement, thrills, laughs and holiday celebration.  It will go down in my memory as a very special day from start to … Continue reading

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Floating Market and Bridge over the River Kwai

Since we had very limited Internet service the past two days, I will try to play catch-up to fill you in on what we have been up to. Saturday, November 16th, we traveled overland via our Gate 1 bus headed … Continue reading

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Night cruise on the Chao Phraya River, Bangkok

We had been warned by others that the dinner cruise may not be worth the time and money at $75 per person.  It had been offered as an optional add on for our trip and I had decided to book … Continue reading

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The Grand Palace and Emerald Buddha

The Grand Palace complex was established in 1782.  Inside the walled compound is the royal residence, throne halls, numerous government buildings and the Temple of the Emerald Buddha.  The entire area covers over 200,000 square meters. My initial impression was … Continue reading

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Wat Pho ~ Temple of the Reclining Buddha

We finally got to meet our tour leader, Nu, at our orientation meeting this morning. Everything was well-organized with name badges, luggage tags & belts, and complete itineraries distributed. Today’s highlight was a visit to Wat Pho, a temple that … Continue reading

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Bangkok in pictures

We had a wonderful tour with two other couples today.  I’m so tired this evening that I can’t keep my eyes open long enough to give you any details, so instead I will just post a few of my favorite … Continue reading

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In Pictures ~ Point Dume State Beach, Malibu California

Point Dume State Beach is located in Malibu.  Not as crowded as many other Southern California beaches, it still offers views, swimming, surfing, tide pools to explore, and more.  Parking is limited and no dogs are allowed on the path. … Continue reading

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Semuc Champey, Guatemala ~ Hidden Jungle Paradise and El Retiro

OK, confession time – I thoroughly intend to make you want to drop whatever you are doing, grab your passport, jump on an airplane and head for this hidden jungle paradise.  I have been blessed to visit over 40 different … Continue reading

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Picture of the day ~ Ruins in Antigua, Guatemala

I have fallen deeply, hopelessly and forever in love with Guatemala.  My first trip was in 2006 when a dear friend of mine was adopting her second daughter from Guatemala.  As a single mom, she was nervous to travel alone, so … Continue reading

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