Jun 11, 2010 Posted by Jamison

“We See as We Are”

Adventure in the little things. Thailand is shocking; Shocks of time, culture, traffic and humidity. Wait, that’s just me. Buddha once said, “we see as we are,” and I am in shock. I’ve never been to Asia before, but I’ve been shocked in the same way before. The overwhelming crush of the “new” makes the smallest endeavors into adventures. For example: An early morning run becomes a test of my... read more

Jun 9, 2010 Posted by Jamison

Arrived Bangkok

June 10, 2010 – 9:15– Bangkok (Diamond House) Arrived Bangkok. NYC to Tokyo onto Bangkok. Arrived Bangkok with a handful of tourists. The “backpacker ghetto” of Banglamphu appears empty, but perhaps it’s just early.  Go ahead try and say “bang-lamb-poo” without giggling. Curiosities from inbound trip: Utensils and glassware in Tokyo’s Narita airport “Made in USA.” Live video feed from... read more

Apr 7, 2010 Posted by Jamison

The tyranny of a beautiful day.

A day, such as today in Portland, ME, would usually be found in the month of July. Locked inside, I am subject to the “tyranny of a beautiful day.” Solace in the idea of tomorrow. ~jamison Quote source unknown. read more

Apr 7, 2010 Posted by Jamison

Protests continue in Bangkok

From NYTIMES.com More protests in Bangkok today forcing the Deputy Prime Minister to flee by helicopter after the “Red Shirts” (Wikipedia) stormed Parliament. I’ll be there in 5 weeks; assuming they don’t storm the airport again. The NY Times reports: “The tension of the past three weeks remained just beneath the surface, masked by the smiles and jollity this country is known... read more

Apr 3, 2010 Posted by Jamison

Next Departure: May 20, 2010

Sunset in suburban Maine. April 4, 2010 Dates set and plans made. My next sojourn/adventure/journey/whatever begins in May and will end when it ends. First stop Thailand, and then… ~jamison Current Location: Portland, Maine, USA... read more