For me, Thailand started off with a service project. Going to deliver some toys (soccer balls, volley balls, etc) and play games with Thai kids didn't sound like your typical service project. AND... It wasn't. They greeted us with hand made leis....
Then some of the girls performed a few traditional Thai dances.
And then the kids were let loose. They were an energetic bunch to say the least. It doesn't matter where you go in the world - Kids are KIDS.
After playing for a few hours, we were taken across the street to see one of the temples. It seemed an odd contrast for combat boots to be lined up outside a Buddhist temple.
Some of the locals of the area worshipping inside the temple. Fortunately they were tolerant of nosey white dudes with cameras....
To finish up the day the teachers and students of the school made us pad thai! It was some of the best food I have had. Food is always better when it's home made. We went there to serve them, but in the end I felt like I left with more than I came. It was a great experience, and a little humbling to be served by those you are supposed to be serving.
The next day I had a day off, I went for a walk around Pattaya to take some photos and see what was around.
The infamous WALKING STREET. Not as impressive (or dangerous...) as it is at night. This was my only opportunity for a photo. I'm not sure I could post a night scene shot of this place without having an age restriction set on my blog....
These flowers were just growing on the side of the street. I'm always struck by the bright colors of plants in this part of the world.
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