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Wednesday, August 12, 2009

Thailand: An Awakening




It been quite sometime since I've penned (well typed) a line or two here at/on my public diary. And for good reason. I was out experiencing the beauty City of Angels and re-awakening my senses in the Land of Smiles. I was in Thailand ya'll and it has/was truly a life defining experience for me.

Like any true romantic, and I dare say I am one, after leaving such a life provoking country such as Thailand I have been completely discombobulated. The life I knew here in SOKO is a distance memory and I'm having such a difficult time just trying to get back in the "swing" of things.

I'm hedonist, always have been always will be. Pleasure is what I enjoy in all shapes, sizes, colors, fragrances and forms, etc., etc. I can't deny it, nor will I try.

And Thailand hit every sensory button imaginable.

The people were quite amazing and attractive. The scenery and beaches were like a bit of heaven here on earth. The food was spicy, yet sweet and salty a spectacular arrangement in every bite and so damn cheap!

I found love and passion, a new awareness of self and with every experience even a bit of sadness. Friendship were tested, some built up and others lost. I'd even go far enough to say that I was enlightened while passing along the reclining Buddha, or maybe it was the sway of the long boat as it glided over the Chayo Phraya river.

whatever it was that happened, I'm glad it did. Thailand was a feast and I can wait to partake once more.

until next time my friends and family.

peace and love

Derek
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2 comments:

  1. yeah i know what you mean about getting into the swing of things . being somewhere else besides korea made me miss home alot. I had a good time too bad the master plan didnt work as we thought it would . it would have been a strange adventure .

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  2. Sounds dreamy. I want to go!

    What a wonderful experience you are having. I am glad you are taking full advantage.

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