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About Mike

A recently retired "Baby Boomer" , looking forward to having more time for my photography and travel.

Loy Krathong

Posted on November 18, 2013 by Mike

Last night was Loy Krathong, a festival to mark the full moon of the 11th lunar month, celebrated by floating “krathongs’ which are traditionally made out of banana tree trunk and leaves, decorated with flowers, incense and candles. Because of … Continue reading →

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The Golden Mount

Posted on November 16, 2013 by Mike

Yesterday I had to go over the other side of town, and thought I might try and get some photos of the Loy Kratong temple fair at Wat Saket while over that way. The fair was a waste of time … Continue reading →

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More colours of protest

Posted on November 16, 2013 by Mike

While on my way to the Golden Mount I had to pass through Ratchadamnoen Avenue which has been taken over by the anti government protesters. With shelter from sun and rain, free food, and entertainment between speeches they are well … Continue reading →

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Then and now, and a colour divide

Posted on November 11, 2013 by Mike

A few days ago I came across a Facebook page, 77PPP, which has lots of old photos and postcards of Thailand from the 1920s onwards. (there are 77 provinces in Thailand, so I guess it is 77 Provinces Photos and … Continue reading →

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Around the ‘hood

Posted on October 31, 2013 by Mike

Since I moved into the neighbourhood I’ve been out and about with my camera a few times, so here are a few pics :   The Pad Thai queen of On Nut   Every night this lady is working her … Continue reading →

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Is it almost Christmas already ?

Posted on October 30, 2013 by Mike

    Are the Christmas decorations going up your local shopping malls yet ? Christmas seems to come  earlier every year, and Bangkok is no exception. The beer gardens at Central World mall are under construction, which signifies the cool … Continue reading →

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