Had an incredible and unique experience with something that is local to the region (per Mr Mana) called Fish Therapy. They have like a small pool of little fish that nibble at your feet eating away dead skin. It felt funny at first but once I allowed myself to truly be present I found it very soothing.
Just like everything else so far it was not expensive. Only 100 baht (just over 3 bucks).
I have lots of spider veins on my feet and ankle. I was really amazed how after just 20 minutes I saw at least 50%. Those little critters were going to town!
I asked my host Mr. Mana if I could receive this therapy in other areas of Thailand. He said there are a few places in Bangkok but not in Chiang Mai or Pattaya.
Friday, October 30, 2009
Tourists
The Legacy seems to be a popular place for European and Thai tourist.
The first two days the Europeans were here and it was kinda cool to speak ("Je parle petite Francais avec du monde") a little bit of French with some of them. It was funny because I was at the computer desk which is near the reception area and I think people thought I work here for they ask me questions. I didn't get it at first until one guy wanted to pay his bill with me....maybe I should have accepted his payment, teehee!
The French left this morning and now there is a giant group of Thai people. It should be interesting tonight in the lobby area where they have entertainment. I am looking forward to connecting and enjoying these wonderful people.
I already got my eye on what I am going to have for dinner....Thai style Seabass!
The Legacy River Kwai really know how to service their guests and provide an extremely high level of quality customer service. They show that they can handle large groups or deal with a single individual. I will write a nice piece later to share and express my appreciation of this experience!
The first two days the Europeans were here and it was kinda cool to speak ("Je parle petite Francais avec du monde") a little bit of French with some of them. It was funny because I was at the computer desk which is near the reception area and I think people thought I work here for they ask me questions. I didn't get it at first until one guy wanted to pay his bill with me....maybe I should have accepted his payment, teehee!
The French left this morning and now there is a giant group of Thai people. It should be interesting tonight in the lobby area where they have entertainment. I am looking forward to connecting and enjoying these wonderful people.
I already got my eye on what I am going to have for dinner....Thai style Seabass!
The Legacy River Kwai really know how to service their guests and provide an extremely high level of quality customer service. They show that they can handle large groups or deal with a single individual. I will write a nice piece later to share and express my appreciation of this experience!
Thursday, October 29, 2009
Feeling Grounded!
The time difference when you read my posts while I am abroad (from California is 14 hours difference, well at least before the time change).
Had a great night sleep. Arose this morning before sunrise. Walked over to the Meditation Garden to take it in for a few before heading to the main facility for breakfast along the famous River Kwai. What a wonderful way to start the day off watching the Sun reflecting off the waters in the peaceful surroundings. I did not realize how stressed I've been all these years until these last few days of total letting go. I am grateful for this blessing!!!!
Nice way to begin this wonderful 6 week experience. The flights getting here was exhaustive but well worth it, especially now that I am here!
Had a great night sleep. Arose this morning before sunrise. Walked over to the Meditation Garden to take it in for a few before heading to the main facility for breakfast along the famous River Kwai. What a wonderful way to start the day off watching the Sun reflecting off the waters in the peaceful surroundings. I did not realize how stressed I've been all these years until these last few days of total letting go. I am grateful for this blessing!!!!
Nice way to begin this wonderful 6 week experience. The flights getting here was exhaustive but well worth it, especially now that I am here!
Being well taken care of here at the Legacy River Kwai Resort. Mr. Mana head of operations is providing a high level of customer service and has been extremely helpful answering all my questions (some of you know me, I can ask lots of questions). I will write more on this at a later time.
Had my first Thai Massage while in Thailand. When I was introduced to Thai Massage in the States I studied it in a introduction class practicing techniques learned with other students...giving and receiving. Having a full sessions where it was just about me is amazing.
As a student of Massage for nearly 17 years one of the things that I do when I get massages is taking in the techniques and pick up on some to apply in my own work. I have a tendency not to fully experience. While receiving bodywork here I tried to apply the same patterns...but guess what? I am giving into it! It has been many years since I just let go in receiving massage and usually when I get the work done in the State is more of a maintenance thing to keep me tuned up but I now see that I've cheated myself in not being in the moment when it comes to massage. Let this be a lession for practitioners.....to let go is the ultimate
Had my first Thai Massage while in Thailand. When I was introduced to Thai Massage in the States I studied it in a introduction class practicing techniques learned with other students...giving and receiving. Having a full sessions where it was just about me is amazing.
As a student of Massage for nearly 17 years one of the things that I do when I get massages is taking in the techniques and pick up on some to apply in my own work. I have a tendency not to fully experience. While receiving bodywork here I tried to apply the same patterns...but guess what? I am giving into it! It has been many years since I just let go in receiving massage and usually when I get the work done in the State is more of a maintenance thing to keep me tuned up but I now see that I've cheated myself in not being in the moment when it comes to massage. Let this be a lession for practitioners.....to let go is the ultimate
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
Well, I finally was able to work around the language on my blog dashboard and now I am down to less that 20% and not able to charge up my MacBook at this time for my transformer/converter does not work here. So I don't know when I will get a chance to blog again.
For those that don't know yet, I finally made it to Thailand after not able to get my connecting flight from Japan because of flight delays. Every thing does happen for a reason no matter how it seems in the moment, we must trust!
Once I got to the airport in Bangkok, Thailand right at midnight I worked my way to a taxi to get to the Southern Bus Terminal and got on a 5am bus which took 2.5 hours then another 45 mins by jittney (or whatever they call them in Thailand). I made it to the Legacy River Kwai Resort in Kanachaburi. It is a very large property, they have roads within the compound. Nice and airy and lots of lush green to take in right at the river. A wonderful place to be and relax after a long exhaustive several days of flying.
On Saturday morning I will be taking a train back to Bangkok and make my way to Bangkok's other airport to fly up north to Chiang Mai where I will be for most of the trip (almost one month).
The guidebook, internet researching, and word of mouth was extremely helpful as I planned this trip and I would say that it did prepare me for the most part, but I have to say all of the insights does not replace the actual experience. Already I had some experiences in Bangkok that I really was not prepare for.
Thanks to my dear friend Rick for his simple words.....breathe and experience! Keeping that in mind had helped me through those things.
I am GRATEFUL for being here and the opportunity to expand my consciousness and explore who I am through this amazing journey.
Thanks to everyone for their Love, support, and encouragement!
For those that don't know yet, I finally made it to Thailand after not able to get my connecting flight from Japan because of flight delays. Every thing does happen for a reason no matter how it seems in the moment, we must trust!
Once I got to the airport in Bangkok, Thailand right at midnight I worked my way to a taxi to get to the Southern Bus Terminal and got on a 5am bus which took 2.5 hours then another 45 mins by jittney (or whatever they call them in Thailand). I made it to the Legacy River Kwai Resort in Kanachaburi. It is a very large property, they have roads within the compound. Nice and airy and lots of lush green to take in right at the river. A wonderful place to be and relax after a long exhaustive several days of flying.
On Saturday morning I will be taking a train back to Bangkok and make my way to Bangkok's other airport to fly up north to Chiang Mai where I will be for most of the trip (almost one month).
The guidebook, internet researching, and word of mouth was extremely helpful as I planned this trip and I would say that it did prepare me for the most part, but I have to say all of the insights does not replace the actual experience. Already I had some experiences in Bangkok that I really was not prepare for.
Thanks to my dear friend Rick for his simple words.....breathe and experience! Keeping that in mind had helped me through those things.
I am GRATEFUL for being here and the opportunity to expand my consciousness and explore who I am through this amazing journey.
Thanks to everyone for their Love, support, and encouragement!
Monday, September 14, 2009
My previous International travels have been focused throughout Europe (besides my Navy days). My first trip was in 1979 and quite a few trips during the 80's doing the backpack thing.
My information resources were guide books and talking with people along the way. This was before "Google". In my opinion, in this era they both play an important part in the experience. I was able to of course purchase my airline tickets, resorts & hotel arrangements, pay deposit on massage courses, pay for my "Moonlight River Rafting" trip, and I have met people.
With the Internet (such as Facebook) I discovered friends from all over that have been able to share experiences.
I've also made personal contact with people in Thailand via email. One gentleman is part of the Petanque club in Pattaya. They had a major Petanque world tournament there several years ago and seems to be well known. It will be cool to play there. I've learn so much researching the Internet. I will also experience the people and learn as I go.
As the countdown continues....40 days and a wake up!
My information resources were guide books and talking with people along the way. This was before "Google". In my opinion, in this era they both play an important part in the experience. I was able to of course purchase my airline tickets, resorts & hotel arrangements, pay deposit on massage courses, pay for my "Moonlight River Rafting" trip, and I have met people.
With the Internet (such as Facebook) I discovered friends from all over that have been able to share experiences.
I've also made personal contact with people in Thailand via email. One gentleman is part of the Petanque club in Pattaya. They had a major Petanque world tournament there several years ago and seems to be well known. It will be cool to play there. I've learn so much researching the Internet. I will also experience the people and learn as I go.
As the countdown continues....40 days and a wake up!
Sunday, August 30, 2009
56 days and counting!
As this fantastic trip approaches I am starting to feel the butterflies in my stomach! It has elevated to a different level of excitement and gratitude.
Although most of my time is planned with scheduled activities, massage and cooking courses I've allowed time to flow with my days especially the first two weeks and the last week. I want to take in the local culture and flavor!
During this trip to Thailand I will be visiting four cities. Most of my time and activities will be in the northern part of the country; Chiang Mai, along with visits to Kanchanaburi, Pattaya, and Bangkok. There are other cities and activities I would love to do but I don't want to put more on my plate than I already have but I will allow myself to be flexible.
I do pride myself on my organizational skills and have made many arrangements. All those trips to Europe has help considerably with this venture. The process in itself has been exciting and watching the dream being realized is moving to say the least!
In less than two months I will be on the other side of the world experiencing an unfamiliar culture. My growth so far has been expansive so I can only imagine how this will impact me. I am grateful to have the opportunity to follow through with this dream.
Although most of my time is planned with scheduled activities, massage and cooking courses I've allowed time to flow with my days especially the first two weeks and the last week. I want to take in the local culture and flavor!
During this trip to Thailand I will be visiting four cities. Most of my time and activities will be in the northern part of the country; Chiang Mai, along with visits to Kanchanaburi, Pattaya, and Bangkok. There are other cities and activities I would love to do but I don't want to put more on my plate than I already have but I will allow myself to be flexible.
I do pride myself on my organizational skills and have made many arrangements. All those trips to Europe has help considerably with this venture. The process in itself has been exciting and watching the dream being realized is moving to say the least!
In less than two months I will be on the other side of the world experiencing an unfamiliar culture. My growth so far has been expansive so I can only imagine how this will impact me. I am grateful to have the opportunity to follow through with this dream.
Sunday, August 9, 2009
A Dream Surfaces
Sitting in one of my favorite local coffee shops having a relaxed late morning reflecting on my upcoming trip. I brought some of my trip material with me to organize in my Thailand folder. I've had to re-evaluate my itinerary and expenses many times over. However it shapes up it is going to be an amazing experience that will benefit me on many levels!
When the trip planning started to take shape I was very excited and yet wonder how I was going to swing it (financially and time off work). It really did not matter how volatile my feelings were I knew deep inside that it will happen. Even though some financial challenges presented themselves, Thailand was still going to happen. I believe that my passion was being tested. I did know about 10 years ago that one day I was going to travel to Asia to study bodywork and at that time it was a seed planted in my subconscious. As I was reflecting on where I was in my Massage experience late last year it became clear that it was time for me to take my training to another level and that is when the dream surfaced. So here I was, where I've been other times in my life, expanding out of my comfort zone and do what I am internally driven to do or do I play it safe and continue to work hoping that one day I will feed the hunger and nourish my soul or to live in this moment and allow my life's experiences to flow through me.
I am grateful for my talents and the quality of my touch. Massage is part of my life's work and I see myself involved with it on one level or another well into my later years.
When the trip planning started to take shape I was very excited and yet wonder how I was going to swing it (financially and time off work). It really did not matter how volatile my feelings were I knew deep inside that it will happen. Even though some financial challenges presented themselves, Thailand was still going to happen. I believe that my passion was being tested. I did know about 10 years ago that one day I was going to travel to Asia to study bodywork and at that time it was a seed planted in my subconscious. As I was reflecting on where I was in my Massage experience late last year it became clear that it was time for me to take my training to another level and that is when the dream surfaced. So here I was, where I've been other times in my life, expanding out of my comfort zone and do what I am internally driven to do or do I play it safe and continue to work hoping that one day I will feed the hunger and nourish my soul or to live in this moment and allow my life's experiences to flow through me.
I am grateful for my talents and the quality of my touch. Massage is part of my life's work and I see myself involved with it on one level or another well into my later years.
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