The journal I wrote 4 years ago and i happen to browse it today in archives.
April 10, 2007 | Permalink | Comments (1)
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Jumper came in early for our trip to Ayutthaya. It's a place where the ancient temples, shrine and Buddhas are located. It's so funny because I have this notion before that Buddhas are those fat, smiling figurines. (just like those figurines we have back at home and I used to drop coins inside it)
So, Jumper, Jim, Maya and I took a cab to Hua Lampong (whatever is the spelling) and I insisted on riding a steam train-- the old kind of train. I just have this fascination of old, dusty train just like in old movies. But of course I had to take what's available.
After an hour or 2, we finally arrived in Ayutthaya and then we rode in a Tuk-tuk, paid the driver 200Bhat per hour and toured around the city. Our 1st stop was in Wat Yai Chaimongkhun (The great Temple of Auspicious Victory) and I got to see the reclining Buddha covered with gold linen/cloth. It was gigantic-- I reckon it's one of the biggest Buddhas in that area. And from the inside of Wat Yai are more shrines, temples, Buddhas and monks. (monks-- they reminded me of my Benedictine monk uncle who died years ago)
Then, we went to Pang Chang Ayothaya. In there, you can ride on an elephant and have the chance to walk along the river, see and touch the ancient place, relics and antique items that are in that area for approximately 600 years.
But I wasn't able to do that because we were pressed of time and had to catch the 1:05 train for Bangkok. Back in the city, Maya, Jumper and I made our way to the nearest Major Cinema and watched Primeval. That movie-- it totally bored me death. The story line is so predictable. But still I want to go in Africa and do some nature trekking and experience Wild LIFE, nah?
J wasn't able to join with us since he has to do some groceries. His g.f will stay with him here and probably live together in the same roof. I don't have any qualms re: that and who cares, anyway? I don't want to think too "jurrasic" on this issue. That I call a "trial and error" partnership. If it works out, well and good but if it will not then go grab another partner. haha! But yeah, I still believe in marraige, fidelity, trust and life-long commitments. Sometimes, when you are exposed in different situations, you get a lil bit screwed up with morality issues, nah? so much for that...
Since am the youngest in the brood, Im more of a risk-taker. i want adventure and risky chances. Its in me to break loose from being earthbound. spread my wings and fly..fly..fly.. I have this sudden burst of excitement whenever I came across something new- like ancient cities, wild-life, crocs and the like. But its also in me to simply enjoy simple pleasures in life. Always capture the moment. Seize the day. Carpe Diem!
I read somwhere in a book that North American Indians are not just dancing about the rain but they themselves are raining. "THEY ARE RAINING." Just like we are not just observing spring, but we are spring. While Anthropologist call this "participatory mana", the Indians.....and I call this the WAY OF LIFE. :)
I went to Rumrudee church this afternoon and after that the priest gave each one of us an easter egg. (for blessing)
Happy Easter and Happy Easter egg hunting... :) Its Spring break so no class for a week. Ciao!
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The journal I wrote 4 years ago and i happen to browse it today in archives.
nb: mya, those were the days with you, Jumper & Dara. :) happy easter.. from Philippines to Panama..
