Trip Lucerne (Luzern), Switzerland

   This trip was easy because we came here with tour bus which is nice. It probably takes less than 5 hours to drive from Ramstein, Germany. After seeing the Alps and the same scenery for hours, I was so in trance and slept most of the time (Note: My wife kept interrupting my peaceful time by snapping/pinching my ears). This is my second time crossing the Alps. Don’t get me wrong, crossing the Alps is very rare opportunity for us and beauty of the Alps is second to none in my book. We stayed in the hotel near the lake but far from city center.    First you can’t miss the Chapel Bridge (Kapellbrücke). This is perhaps Lucerne's...

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Trip Cologne Cathedral, Cologne, Germany

My first trip Cologne was early December with friends and it was cold. Christmas shopping was their main purpose and I just tack along for a ride. We found free parking space but a long walk across the bridge over the Rhine River. The trip was purely shopping trip and I’d like to break off and explore on my own but too risky, I might have to walk home by myself. I have to come back again later when the weather get warmer. Köln is German name for Cologne. First I think of Cologne is a perfumed liquid. For person with perfume enthusiasm, the traditional house in Glockengasse is the birthplace and home of the world famous brand 4711 Cologne is a...

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Trip Panama City Beach, Florida USA

We make an excursion trip to panhandle Florida when we are on our way home. We left Warner Robins, GA late in the afternoon and we should be in Panama City before dark according to our navigation system which never been updated for few years. No worry, we have a backup system if we get lost, a tradition folding map. We made it to Tallahassee and we went back in time!! We cross the time zone and the clock move back one hour (also one hour younger). We rolled in Panama City and Panama City Beach before dark just in time to drive around the cities and search for food. We did walk along the beach after dinner and watch a beautiful sunset. Panama...

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Trip Neuschwanstein Castle,Bavaria Germany

     King Ludwig II had built the castle in order to withdraw from public life. The famous German castle overlooks the pictures Hohenschwangau valley and is located only a short distance from the popular tourist town, Fussen. The best view of this castle, and the waterfall, is from the nearby Marienbruecke (Mary"s Bridge). Be sure to bring your camera.     It took less than five hours to drive from Ramstein to Fussen where the castle located near by. If you plan to walk up to the castle, walking shoe will make your feet very happy. There is shuttle bus and horse drawn buggy will drop you off near the castle...

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Trip Don Wai Floating Market, Thailand

     We're really happy that our home in Thailand located near the Kanchanapisek Outer Ringroad. It's easy to visit tourist attractions around Bangkok.  So, everytime we went back to Thailand, we usually go to Don Wai Floating Market. It locates on the bank of the Nakhon Chaisi River,Nakhon Pathom Province. This market is different from any Floating Market such as Damnoern Saduak or Amphawa. You don't see many vendors on the boats. But, you will enjoy all sorts of great tasting food. You will see a lot of Thai sweets, Thai dishes, fresh meat,fresh and dried fruits, vegetables, snacks, and e...

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Trip Stratford-upon-Avon, England

     We took a day trip from the town Banbury which less than an hour drive. We visited the Avon twice because we can’t possibly see them all in one trip. The town story begins in 1196.......very very old city and lot of history if anyone is a history buff. William Shakespeare (1564 - 1616) was born at Stratford-upon-Avon in a house in Henley Street. This house is preserved intact.     Visitors to Stratford-upon-Avon can see all of the original five Shakespeare houses that are carefully restored and managed by the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust so visitors can experience how they lived in the 1600's.    ...

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Trip Great Salt Plains State Park, Jet Oklahoma USA

     We took this trip in winter Dec 26, 2010. The weather is very cold. The place overall was very clean, relaxing and great staff. Unfortunately, we did not dig for salt or roll on the salt. It closed in winter. However, we got an awesome experience; we had really fun and great memories. We plan to return in the spring or summer. ...

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Trip Damnoen Saduak floating market, Thailand

  One of the popular Thai floating market is Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. It locates at Ratchaburi province of Thailand. The floating market situates 64 miles southwest of Bangkok (the capital of Thailand).    Once you reach the market, recommend to take a long tail boat ride through the canals. The floating market was colorful and different.      You can see awesome Thai style boat with fruit, vegetable, sweet and all kinds. You'll enjoy the trip of rural Thai culture at its be...

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Thinks young, pass it on

At first, I thought I should start first topic about “How to read English” for my Thai friends. Umm!!! I changed my mind. Valentine’s Day is coming. Maybe, it will be better if I just write as I feel. I got the story from an email sent by my friend a few years ago. Hopefully the story will be inspiring you to do something with the one you love.        10th Grade, As I sat there in English class, I stared at the girl next to me. She was my so called "best friend". I stared at her long, silky hair, and wished she was mine. But she didn't notice me like that, and I knew it. After class, she walked up to me and...

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Greeting

I am trying to write English in a theme of education for English beginner for Thais.  So do not surprise if some foreign characters appear on this page.  I am struggling with English as of today and understand the difficulty because English is not my native language.  I am not trying to teach English because I am not an expert and I am learning new stuff everyday.  I am never too old to learn and I think an old dog like me can learn new tricks. I can provide a small tidbit of what I know.  If I made mistake please do not hesitate, I’d like to hear from you.               ...

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Thai Sticky rice and Egg custard (khao niaw sangkhaya )

   There are many dessert recipes in Thailand. Most of the Thai desserts are very sweet. "Khao niaw sangkhaya" is one of the popular Thai sweet.  It is made from eggs, coconut, palm sugar and Sticky Rice. The other name is "Thai Sticky rice and Egg custard" or "Thai Sticky rice and coconut custard". Whatever, it is delicious. Satisfaction guaranteed for sweet addict.  Ingredients Sticky rice :  2 cups cooked Sticky Rice 2 cups Coconut milk 3/4 cup sugar 1 Teaspoon salt Ingredients Egg custard : 4 eggs 1.5 cups coconut milk 1.5 cups pure palm sugar Directions : For Sticky rice; 1.Add sugar and...

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Thai crab curry (Poo Pad Pong Karee)

    The Thai crab curry (Poo Pad Pong Karee) appeals to those who like salty food. It was mostly consumed as main dish. You can use swimming crabs or mud crabs. If swimming crab has large cover, it is female. Female crab with egg will have less meat than the one with no egg. Mud crab has better taste than swimming crab because of more meat and sweet taste. Ingredients:1 large Swimming crab or Mud crab 2 fresh red mildly spicy chili, diagonal sliced 3 Chinese celery, sliced 1 inch length 1 egg 1 Tablespoon chopped garlic 3 Tablespoons vegetable oil 1 Tablespoon tapioca flour, dissolved in ¼ cup of water...

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Thai food

     Thai food is influenced by Chinese cuisine; for example, the form of stir-frying (Phad). Thai uses its own spices, herbs, vegetables, sauces and cooking techniques to incorporate its own taste, which is different and unique. Indian cuisine has also influenced Thai food in the form of curry(Gang). Not all Thai food is spicy.     Thai cuisine uses a variety of sauces, such as fish, soy, chili, and oyster.  Other ingredients include lime and lemon juices, tamarind juice, coconut milk, garlic, lemon grass, galangal, basil, cilantro, cayenne, and black peppers, bean sprouts, etc. Thai cooking is labor...

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Trip Graceland,Tennessee,USA

          January 8 is the King’s birthday so we decided to write about Elvis Presley, the king of Rock ‘n’ Roll. We were on our way to Georgia and decided to make a detour to visit the king of Rock ‘n’ Roll at Elvis Presley’s home, Graceland Mansion, in Memphis, Tennessee. In 1991, Graceland Mansion was placed on the National Register of Historic Places. In 2006, Graceland was designated a National Historic Landmark. The city was in the celebration mood of Elvis’ 75th Birthday Celebration. I thought he would be younger if he still alive today.          ...

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From My Heart

I believe everyone has a dream.  Dream is something that is unique.  For me, having my own story is a goal.  I have waited for so long; my work has taken a time from me.  Right now, I’m old, but still, my dream has never faded away.  My husband urged me to follow my dream.  Thanks to him, courage is the last piece for me to fulfill my wish.  I hope that someone stop by on this blog.  I admit that I am not a good writer.  I appreciate feedbacks.  Positive feedback and negative feedback are available on this blog.   Thank you to be our wonderful friends.Ps.  If you 50+, maybe we can have some chit chat. เชื่อว่าทุกคนมีความฝันนะ ฝันอะไรก็แล้วแต่คนฝันหละ ฝันของป้าKC อยากเขียนเล่าเรื่องราว..รอ..รอ..นานมากจนแก่ ในที่สุดป้าได้กำลังใจจากลุงCC...

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