What a great beach.... I really enjoyed the day.

Pooh and Phu
{both names sound the same}



Will upload videos later of the "boys" playing with the tube in the water, very cute !

Made it to Thailand without any delays. My dear Mr. Pooh met me at the Airport. We visited places around Bangkok the first 2 days, then it was off to the beach. Jomtien Beach at the south end of Pattaya. We enjoyed a great ocean front room, and had the place to ourselves, as it is off season. So, we were given the Executive suite on the top floor ! How great that was. Mr Lek is the manager, and what a cutie, I will post a photo of him later. We ended up staying 1 extra night. On Sunday we met went to an Island just off shore called Kohlan. Fantastic powder white beach, and crystal clear water. Pooh's friend, Mr. Phu (pronounced pooh) went with us to the Island, and we all had a great day.

We just arrived back at Pooh's apartment, and will go out to dinner soon. This is a dream vacation for sure, so, back to the great dream.....

So, I have most things packed.... i went to the bank and got some money... I have snacks to carry on the plane...

This time I have some sleeping pills to help with the long flight... Sudoku puzzle book and pencil will entertain me.

So, I am about ready... this is the first time I have counted the days down for a vacation in a long time. Usually my vacations are more last minute. I planned this one as soon as I got home last February.

This video is shot on the street (SOI) where all the go go boy bars are at. I am really looking forward to walking down this street again, having all the guys try to lure you into their bar, and watch their show........

Monday is over, Just 4 more work days before I fly back to the Land of Smiles, Thailand.

I love this video, it is taken on the Beach I will be staying at from July 2nd till July 6th. The reporter also eats at the Hotel I am staying at.

"Room-Club" next to Tui's Place on Jomtien Beach, a 12 room hotel. Gay owned and operated.

I had a nice time on this past Sunday at the San Jose Gay Pride Event.

This weekend is the San Jose gay pride festival. I might go watch the parade on Sunday... http://www.sanjosepride.com

My weekend is filling up... On Saturday at 11am, I am going the Christmas Hill park in Gilroy for our Unions annual picnic. Last year I won a DVD Player. I hope to win another prize this year.

Saturday at 5pm, I was invited to my ex-boyfriends wifes birthday party. I think I will go, she is a nice young lady.

I guess on Sunday I will hang out downtown San Jose. I think my new room-mate will go with me. It will be nice to have someone to hang out with on Sunday.

Two weeks from today, I fly to Thailand. I am excited !

Well, I didn't think a roommate would be a good idea for a long time, but I changed my mind, posted an ad, and rented out a spare room. He moved in last week, and so far, this seeems like a very good thing. It's nice to have someone to talk to, watch tv, hang out..... I think it will be good for me.

And, he is a handsome young man, so I enjoy seeing his smiling face :)

Went to Muir Woods with my Friend Drew. I met Drew in Las Vegas.... what happens in Vegas, might follow you home ! :)

http://community.webshots.com/album/563833924RzYFIb?vhost=community

So, I am getting excited about my return to Thailand. Got my ticket, and a place to stay... I found this clip, and remembered my great night at DJ Station.

A huge fire is burning out of control in the mountains just south of where I live. I am glad the wind is blowing the opposite direction, but overnight the winds stopped, and the fog came in, holding the smoke low to the ground, and all of San Jose was in a cloud of smoke and fog this morning. Even inside my office, the smell was strong. . . . . We got this email at work today: Public Health –Health Advisory The Santa Clara County Public Health Department has issued a Health Advisory for residents to take precautions due to high levels of pollutants in the air. The visible smoke and higher pollutants are a result of the Summit fire in the Santa Cruz Mountains. Individuals with respiratory problems, young children and older adults should limit their exposure to smoky air by staying indoors as much as possible. Windows and doors should be kept closed to prevent indoor air from becoming dirty. “When heavy smoke is visible outside, it’s important to take steps to reduce the chance the having breathing problems,” said Dr. Marty Fenstersheib, Health Officer of Santa Clara County. “People should stay indoors; keep windows, doors and vents closed. If you have one, it is a good idea to run your air-conditioner.” Please see the attached Health Advisory, with a Question & Answer section for more information.

ok, not that I am counting...... wait, YES i am. I am counting the days.... until I return to the land of smiles - Thailand. I am sure this is Heaven on earth.

http://www.bangkoksite.com/pattaya/jomtien.htm

I will be spending 5 days at Jomtien Beach - It's just south of Pattaya.

I am so excited, and look forward to my next Bangkok adventure.

I like what Mayor Newsom said "It's about human dignity. It's about civil rights. It's about time."

SAN FRANCISCO — Gay and lesbian couples in San Francisco rejoiced Thursday over a California Supreme Court decision affirming their right to marry even as political leaders on both sides of the issue girded for an extended fight in the courts and at the ballot box.

“It’s just amazing to feel like I am a full citizen — I am not a second-class citizen,” said Christmas Laubrile, a nurse, who was with her partner, Alice Heimsoth. “I don’t have to sit in the back of the bus, and I don’t have to take second best.”

I took this video when I was on Jomtien Beach in Feb. You can see why I want to go back....


bangkok063.avi

Well, I was so happy after my trip to Thailand, I have booked another trip. I leave June 28th, and return July 13th. I am really looking forward to this. I keep in touch with my tour guide, Pooh. He has became more then a friend and a guide, I care about him deeply. I am just waiting to confirm what days are best for us to visit Jomtien / Dongtan Beach. I am going to book a room at http://www.room-club.com/ about $80 a night to stay right on the beach, ocean view beach front room. I can't wait.

Well, since my BF moved out, I feel lonely. I also kind of mis the extra money each month, so I posted an AD, and got a response from a very nice Vietnamese boy wanting a room. He moves in June 1st. This should be interesting. I have never had a 'room-mate' I've always managed to find a boyfriend.... but alas...... i am getting older, not a good catch anymore i guess.....

Well, I am excited, and can't wait to get to know him.

I finally finished writing my daily journals for my trip to Bangkok.

They can be found here...



Day 1: http://mark-plfd.livejournal.com/272027.html
Day 2: http://mark-plfd.livejournal.com/273415.html
Day 3: http://mark-plfd.livejournal.com/273755.html
Day 4: http://mark-plfd.livejournal.com/274391.html
Day 5: http://mark-plfd.livejournal.com/274633.html
Day 6: http://mark-plfd.livejournal.com/274744.html
Day 7: http://mark-plfd.livejournal.com/275196.html
Trip Home: http://mark-plfd.livejournal.com/271596.html

Wow, it was so nice out this past weekend. I worked in my yard, and went for a very long walk around the neighboorhood. On Sunday, I went to the Ocean, watched the waves.... It was so relaxing !





And today, it's cool outside again. And it may be cool all week. This isn't fair at all.