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the courtyard at our hotel
Connect Four at our dinner table
Lucas likes Triceratops
Heck yes Dino Mini Golf!We were going to stay on Karon Beach for one night. One night has turned into three. After walking for a little longer than expected, trying to find a hotel, we found a beautiful respite from the sun. Casa Brazil. The decoration in this place is fantastic, so colourful. It also has an open courtyard with a fountain a fish. And the two cats (though apparently there are three) also help. It also has the best shower, with the best pressure, compared to the places we have been staying for the last couple weeks.
Today, we were getting some beach chairs, when the lady asked us where we were from. We said Canada. And she said, "wow, you speak good English!". Uh, yes? Thank you? Being here makes Lucas and I realize how sad of a job that Canada does when it comes to foreign languages, even French. Tourists and Thais alike all seem to know English. They can all speak well, and get their point across. I wish I had the ability to speak another language, but the teaching I got in school was not very good. We're lucky to speak English, I suppose, because we can go so many places, and not have a problem talking or getting a point across. But we're also unlucky, because so many others can speak their own language, with English on top of that.
Lucas got himself a wicked burn today, and it was cloudy! Those clouds are quite deceiving. He's got the lobster-like stomach and face, and is pale ghostly white on his sides where his arms are. It's quite entertaining. It's a good thing that we bought another aloe vera bottle. Tomorrow we go on a day tour of Krabi. I bought an underwater camera because we are going to snorkel on the trip. I'm sad I didn't have one on Phi Phi with the zebra fish, angel fish, and clown fish (Nemo), and the weird sword-like skinny long fish that freaked out Lucas. We will have one more day after that, and we're not sure what we're going to do. It can't be anywhere far though because our flight leaves on the 9th at 8am; therefore, we have to be at the airport around 6ish. Spendid!
Our time is almost over. In one week, we'll be home to Canada. It's so weird to think about that. I've been missing home since I left last November 27, but it's been comfortable here. Korea's been easy. We could do what we want, have money to burn. Now we go home where there is an economic crisis and we'll be restricted on what we can do. And it will be cold. Can't forget about that :)
We miss everyone, and are very excited to see you at the airport! I'm carting around so much booty for people. I seem to buy more for others than I do myself! My shoulder are sore from carrying it. You won't get it until Christmas though!!
Today, we were getting some beach chairs, when the lady asked us where we were from. We said Canada. And she said, "wow, you speak good English!". Uh, yes? Thank you? Being here makes Lucas and I realize how sad of a job that Canada does when it comes to foreign languages, even French. Tourists and Thais alike all seem to know English. They can all speak well, and get their point across. I wish I had the ability to speak another language, but the teaching I got in school was not very good. We're lucky to speak English, I suppose, because we can go so many places, and not have a problem talking or getting a point across. But we're also unlucky, because so many others can speak their own language, with English on top of that.
Lucas got himself a wicked burn today, and it was cloudy! Those clouds are quite deceiving. He's got the lobster-like stomach and face, and is pale ghostly white on his sides where his arms are. It's quite entertaining. It's a good thing that we bought another aloe vera bottle. Tomorrow we go on a day tour of Krabi. I bought an underwater camera because we are going to snorkel on the trip. I'm sad I didn't have one on Phi Phi with the zebra fish, angel fish, and clown fish (Nemo), and the weird sword-like skinny long fish that freaked out Lucas. We will have one more day after that, and we're not sure what we're going to do. It can't be anywhere far though because our flight leaves on the 9th at 8am; therefore, we have to be at the airport around 6ish. Spendid!
Our time is almost over. In one week, we'll be home to Canada. It's so weird to think about that. I've been missing home since I left last November 27, but it's been comfortable here. Korea's been easy. We could do what we want, have money to burn. Now we go home where there is an economic crisis and we'll be restricted on what we can do. And it will be cold. Can't forget about that :)
We miss everyone, and are very excited to see you at the airport! I'm carting around so much booty for people. I seem to buy more for others than I do myself! My shoulder are sore from carrying it. You won't get it until Christmas though!!
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One more week!!!!
Looks like you have found your little piece of Paradise! I just knew you would love Thailand.
Watch that sun Luc!
Christmas tree going up today. Uncle Dave is coming over to put up more lights...just for you Erin!
Well Erin, the xmas light contest is on. Even uncle Moe is getting into it this year,not up to Uncle Dave's standards yet but he is working on it. I drove down the hill this morning with a 20' pipe so that uncle Moe could mount a star on the top of the house. Can't wait to see you next week
Love ya
Uncle Moe, Auntie joe & Alexandra
Oh boy! Wait until you see the vision Uncle Dave created in our yard today! Best light show on the block!
Uncle Dave is bring Uncle Moe tomorrow to finish the job!
It truly feels like Christmas now!
You should see our house!!!! Uncle David has out done himself this year. He thinks he has about 3,000 lights on the front of the house, complete with outdoor speakers playing Xmas songs. Not sure what the poor neighbours think. Uncle Dave will be so jealous of the star on top of Uncle Moe's house!!!!!
Know you have not heard from us in awhile as our computer was down for a week and I have been busy driving taxi as well as the usual "get ready for Christmas stuff". Today we have a concert at the Cultural Centre where I will be volunteering. Yesterday we went to Russell and Evelyn's Christmas lunch. Evelyn had a fall and broke her arm (age 91) and Russell (age 95) is doing O.K. but definetly slowing down. They are getting good care at the home. Glad to hear all is well with you now and you had a nice holiday. You have some wonderful memories to bring home with you. We were following your plans closely. Are you stopping in Vancouver? Mom will know I guess. We will all be glad to see you home safe and sound and hear more all about your journey. Love to you both from Nannie and Grandad. xxx ooo
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