First Impressions

At first glance, Bangkok seems to be like any other over-developed city. Skyrise apartments and business buildings tower over the downtown area and modern turnpikes endure the constant flow of traffic. The night is as alive and busy as the day, but offers a cooler and better smelling environment. The rivers are brown with muck and garbage and the wafting smell of raw sewage offends the nose every now and again. But as one looks closer down the small alleys and through the numerous markets, the exotic brand of Asian culture is evident. People of every color roam the streets and languages of every origin float through the air. As Charlie and I settle in to our first few days in Thailand we are happy to be a part of this global community, where tradition is as varied as the fruits sold on the sidelines. The people are beautiful, and there are so many gorgeous, multi-cultural couples, and styles to boot. We are inspired by the existence of such a place. We are excited for our upcoming journey, and having already made many diverse aquaintances, we are even more excited for the friendships, the experiences and the growth that we see is unavoidable in the coming months. We are safe, happy and light-hearted. We will keep you all posted.