Adorable

Really? You don't think that is cute. What is wrong with you? I don't know if we can be friends anymore.

Hungry Hungry Hippos

While this picture may look like it was taken on an African safari, actually it was taken at the zoo in Thailand. Same thing, right?

Spinning Silk

You spin me right round, baby/Right round like a record, baby/Right round round round

Doi Sutep

Another Doi Sutep picture, I know. **eye roll** I can't help myself. I am a woman possessed.

Something new tomorrow. I promise.

Shiny, Pretty Things

Here's another picture from Doi Sutep. These statues are some of the many, many gold covered representations of Buddha throughout the temple. Some of the gold work is incredibly intricate, like on the lotus flowers behind the statues.

Hot Oil

Visiting temples was one of my favorite activities in Thailand. Although this activity is not just limited to Thailand. I love to visit churches, synagogues, and mosques in all countries. If I ever make it to India (cross my fingers!), I will definitely visit as many Hindu temples as I can.

Houses of worship have this quiet to them that is hard to describe. It's like there is a hush that falls over the whole place and you can't help but feel at peace. Temples are also one of the best places to see art. I never saw any art museums in Thailand, but you will not feel bereft as long as you visit one of the thousands of temples around every corner.

This photo was taken at Doi Sutep in Chiang Mai. There are many spectacular temples in Thailand, but Doi Sutep was one of my favorites.

Elephants

Elephants from the Maesa Elephant Camp.