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Yesterday Brian and I found a craft shop where I wasn’t excited until I turned around and saw an embroidered piece on the wall that looked like stained glass. It was really stunning. Colorful, with silky type material used. Just wonderful.
I thought about it the rest of the afternoon. I told Brian I wanted to see how much it cost. We went back today. I was afraid it would be gone, but it was still up on the wall. When I asked her how much she wanted for it, she said it was not for sale.
To say I was disappointed is an understatement. I could “SEE” the piece on the wall above my computer, making me smile each time I saw it.
We went for a chocolate – our go-to place when we’re needing a pick-me-up, so the trip wasn’t completely wasted. Brian said he will look for other similar shops that we can visit. (Sigh)
On the good side, I had a wonderful massage this morning. We will vacate my place in about an hour to let Khun Nong perform her miracle while I’m gone.
Susy suggested that I install some apps on my phone that will help in my efforts to eventually become more independent here. I already had Google Maps, but Brian also installed “Friends and Family” so he can see where I am if I take a walk. We also talked about the fact we have a chat program on which we communicate all day long if I need him, plus I have his phone number. He basically said that the Google Translate app is not as good as one would hope. He is always available, and he pointed out that people have stopped and helped us when I had a problem before and probably would again, if needed.
He again talked about crossing streets, and I assured him I wasn’t planning to throw myself under a bus or get creamed by the 4 lanes of traffic plus motorcycles all moving like bats out of Hell in the busy street. I promised him that if I fell, I would arrange to fall INTO the buildings, NOT into the street…
I don’t feel pressured to go out by myself. I just don’t want to let my natural cautiousness curb my ability to enjoy going a few places on my own.
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Beautiful stunning & colourful picture. You want bought the piece but shopkeeper don’t sale then you bit of Disappointed 😔. Very helpful your sharing family app.
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Thanks for understanding my disappointment. I feel safer having the Family & Friends app.
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Most welcome ,Linda. Iam sorry for you disappointed.
Very nice you have family & Friend app. I have app but how can use that app? You gide me please.
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Brian showed me that when he added the friends and family, Google Maps showed ME, plus I showed up on HIS Google Maps app. Sorry. I don’t know anything more than that.
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Okay, Linda! Thank you so much you some guide. Don’t mind.
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Sorry I couldn’t help more.
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Thank you . Don’t mind.
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Could you go back and take a photo then have it blown up and framed?
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I don’t think so. I’ll find something else that speaks to me. thanks for the suggestion.
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I truly admire you for even thinking about going out by yourself!
After all that you have been through these past few months, I can understand your wanting to test your wings, so to speak, and regain some independence, and you are very sensible and cautious, so, when you feel ready, I know you can do it! I believe in you!
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Wow, what a beautiful message! Thank you.
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I was thinking similar to artbychristinemallabandbrown.
A friend of mine also has a beautiful elephant artwork from India that I love. She wouldn’t sell it either and doesn’t know where she got it or who the artist was. I took two photos of it and thought ny husband could redraw it. He couldn’t or didn’t want to, so now, I am going to try. I think I posted a blig article about it awhile back. I will post the link if I find it.
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Brian warns me to be extremely careful about taking pictures here, so I will just let it go and fall in love with something else when it happens. Best of luck on reproducing the one you love!
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Ah, true. It’s a different culture. Thankfully, I had my friend’s permission to take photos of her elephant picture.
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Yes. It’s wonderful that your friend gave you permission. That’s great.
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adventure is good for the soul.
be brave…. Might lead you someplace wonderful.
But you are already brave in my eyes. Maybe you don’t realize how brave you have become! Those of us reading about your adventure can see it!
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What a nice thing to say. I will learn to be more independent, a step at a time. Thanks for the encouragement. It means a lot.
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I noticed that my message from August 8,2025 at 11:12 AM was mixed up and has Anonymous for the author. That is strange.
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I am trying to get to the bottom of a few strange issues. Sorry sbout that. If you will type your name in as a part of your comment, I will know it’s you.
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I’m just saying, you are fast becoming one of my new heroes! I am amazed at how far you have come, both in physical distance (lol) and just in your ability to adapt to so many new situations, and experiences, be they happy or sad. You’re a real inspiration! 😀🥰🌻🐱🐼
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You’re very kind.
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