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July 2007
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Thailand Photo Journal: The Grand Palace of the King
Stepping into the grounds of the Grand Palace in Bangkok is like stepping into another realm. Strange and beautiful mythical creatures and demons seem to jump from every corner. The air sparkles and shimmers with heat, humidity and fragrant incense. Every surface is encrusted with jewels and mosaic inlay. Treasures of indescribable nature are housed [...]
Diversity is the Spice of Life
Bangkok, Thailand. Photo: John Kellenberger Most of my memorable journeys have centered, not on the destination, but along the roads I traveled to get there. In 2003, I woke up on a beautiful August morning and decided I was moving to Asia. It’s amazing, because I can remember that day like it was just yesterday. [...]
Suffering for Beauty – Graphic Photos of Chinese Footbinding
Learn about the barbaric practice of foot binding in ancient China and view a full set of photos of a woman with bound feet in Yunnan Province.
Ten Things I Love About John
Today is John’s birthday and these are some of the things that I love about him. Ten Things I Love About John John takes really good care of me. I love him because he makes me feel safe. John’s great with kids, even though he won’t admit it. John still brings me flowers and [...]
Our Seven Wonders and a few wonders of my own…
A few words about the new seven wonders of the world.
Beijing TV and the ‘Arts in Our Land’ Competition
The big night. I participated in Beijing’s Arts in Our Land Competition in China in December 2003. The competition provides an opportunity for foreign friends living all over China to display their knowledge and talent in Chinese. The show is taped before Christmas and airs during the Spring Festival. It’s one of the highest rated shows of the [...]
This Strange and Interesting World of Ours
The guide to Women’s Facial Expressions over at Dark Roasted Blend practically had me in stitches. This is one of the coolest blogs I’ve ever seen. I find myself dropping by for a quick peek and staying for ages. Weird Daily is chock full of interesting news when boredom sets in. My two favorite stories from this [...]
Thailand Photo Journal: The Golden Buddha
The temple of the Golden Buddha, also known as Wat Traimit, shelters the world’s largest gold Buddha image. It is thought to be over 800 years old and weighs over 5,500 kg.
Thailand Photo Journal: Wat Arun at Sunset
One of the best ways to see the city of Bangkok is by river express or river taxi on the beautiful river, Mae Nam Chao Phraya, which flows from the central plains of Bangkok to the Gulf of Thailand. Fares run between 9 and 32 Baht with the Chao Phraya Express Boat Company. Boats arrive fifteen to twenty minutes. [...]
Thailand Photo Journal: Wat Po – The Temple of the Reclining Buddha
Reclining Buddha in Wat Po Wat Phra Chetuphon (Wat Po) was founded in the 16th century. It is the oldest and biggest temple in the city. It also has the largest number of pagodas (95) in city. Wat Po was one of the first universities in Thailand. The university is best known for its [...]
