Sunday, April 20, 2008

Is this really allowed here in Thailand?

I'm talking about DISCRIMINATION. Of all the beauty here in Thailand, this way is not so beautiful. I'm talking about the markets, the zoo, the temples, and pretty much every other little thing that a visitor to this paradise would see or want to use while here. We're called Falangs. This word can be heard in a conversation with you just a few steps away. Kete and I have gotten used to this and we're getting better at playing the game. It's very frustrating to say the least. I want everyone to picture themselves buying a car. Now we all know how crazy that can be going back and forth about prices etc etc etc. You are going to be doing just that. but only buying a poster, a lamp, artwork, a shirt, dress, shoes or whatever else you want. There is no prices on them and Thais pay this price and the foreigners get told another. This is the art of shopping here. So be prepared!!

We went to an amazing temple today. I will put pictures up and a blog entry about it tomorrow but here is a sign that would never be allowed in the States. The Thai people get in for free.


Love is Life

Steve

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