And a 10K run (why not) with Bu. The race was in celebration of King Ramkhamhaeng of Sukhothai (1300's) credited with creating the written Thai alphabet and expanding the Sukhothai. And the pink shirt (given with registration to the run) in honor of the current beloved King of Thailand.
For years the King's color was yellow; and you can still see many yellow King shirts around every town. But after a recent illness, an astrologer told the King that it was too much yellow that was partially responsible for his disease, and he should be surrounded by more pink. So the yellow shirts with the King's insignia are now on sale (really) and pink ones for sale everywhere at full price, being worn by men and women.
Since the King's sister's death about a week ago at the age of 88, however, black is the official color of mourning for 100 days. All public servants and teachers and t.v. reporters are wearing black blazers to honor her memory. And black shirts are now being featured at every store front.
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Dear Tammy:
I see that you are doing well! It is so good to see your picture and seeing that you are well into your adventure in Thailand! I am so proud of you and I would love to visit!
Don't know if you ever received my emails so I will leave it brief at the moment until I hear from you!
Lots of Love and Hugs to Tammy from
Angela :-)
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