After breakfast and a couple of coffees I conceded I needed to leave Barrie and Sunnie's and than I continued on my way. Though I was told about a route following the river by the Canadian couple I wasn't in the mood to meander and enjoy. Was ready to get to the city and get me a massage. Part of this had to do with the fact that Barrie and I had stayed up late drinking beer and my head was a little fuzzy this morning.
So I followed the busy highway into town. As I was going I thought it might have been a good idea to take the other route but too late now.
Got into town and was wandering around for a decent guesthouse when I ran into the women's only one I had heard about. It had a gated courtyard perfect for Mabel and little extras that only ladies care about so I decided to stay. Like free cookies and fruit!
Didn't do too much that day as I was tired from the ride and lack of sleep.
22 February 2012 - Chiang Mai
Today I ran a bunch of errands that needed to get done. I went out to the train station and got my ticket to Bangkok, had pictures printed so I can send them to Chang, got a haircut (hell yeah no more mullet), and went through my bags to get rid of stuff. Since I was so productive I thought I earned a massage!
Was going to go back out but ended up chatting with my dorm mate for the rest of the evening.
23 February 2012 - Chiang Mai
My dorm mate (Oksana) had done a cooking class that she really enjoyed so I signed up for the same on. It was really good as the instructor was funny and lively. Plus there were only 7 of us so we all started chatting.
After spending all day slaving over the kitchen I decided to get a 2 hour massage. I've decided to take full advantage of my last days in Thailand and inexpensive massages. After I was all relaxed I went to the little street market and ate prior to coming back to chat with Oksana again.
24 February 2012 - Chiang Mai
Today was shopping day. After six months of wearing the same thing I was ready for a new outfit and needed a swimsuit for Australia. There are so many cute dresses everywhere and most are under $10. So I bought three dresses and a swimsuit for under $40. Prior to this I only had 2 off bike shirts and 1 pair of shorts which would not be enough for Australia where most of the time will not be cycling days. (Not that I need justification).
Of course had another massage. Then I hit a little sad spot as happens sometimes so I went to grab a beer prior to dinner and was going to come back to the guesthouse.
As it happened I couldn't resist the sign at the Irish pub for Guinness. I guess I want to get used to paying Australian prices. So I get my most delicious stout...nothing better then a smooth cold beer in hot weather and see that Rugby is on and better yet in about an hour ice hockey will be playing. And there I sat no longer the least bit sad as I got to watch two of my favorite sports in a cute dress, with a new haircut being left totally to myself. Yes, this was good.
The funny thing was that Vancouver was playing. The last time I watched hockey was the Stanley cup last year where Vancouver played horribly.
Luckily the game was a good one and I enjoyed it until the third period when a Canadian sat down next to me. We started chatting and I ended up not seeing the rest of the game but he was quite interesting and had just gotten into Thailand a couple of weeks before. Had one of those great life discussions and overall good time. You guessed it another retired man. The longer I travel the more excited I get to grow old. Not only will I have the adventurous spirit but the wisdom to go along with it.
A really perfect end to an overall great day. Also, helped me remember not to sweat the small stuff as life is pretty grand.
As a cycle tourist there isn't much to do in Chiang Mai as it turns out most people come to the city to head to the remote areas I was just in. So I do wish I would have stayed another day or two out in the country but I met some great people.
So I followed the busy highway into town. As I was going I thought it might have been a good idea to take the other route but too late now.
Got into town and was wandering around for a decent guesthouse when I ran into the women's only one I had heard about. It had a gated courtyard perfect for Mabel and little extras that only ladies care about so I decided to stay. Like free cookies and fruit!
Didn't do too much that day as I was tired from the ride and lack of sleep.
22 February 2012 - Chiang Mai
Today I ran a bunch of errands that needed to get done. I went out to the train station and got my ticket to Bangkok, had pictures printed so I can send them to Chang, got a haircut (hell yeah no more mullet), and went through my bags to get rid of stuff. Since I was so productive I thought I earned a massage!
Was going to go back out but ended up chatting with my dorm mate for the rest of the evening.
23 February 2012 - Chiang Mai
My dorm mate (Oksana) had done a cooking class that she really enjoyed so I signed up for the same on. It was really good as the instructor was funny and lively. Plus there were only 7 of us so we all started chatting.
After spending all day slaving over the kitchen I decided to get a 2 hour massage. I've decided to take full advantage of my last days in Thailand and inexpensive massages. After I was all relaxed I went to the little street market and ate prior to coming back to chat with Oksana again.
24 February 2012 - Chiang Mai
Today was shopping day. After six months of wearing the same thing I was ready for a new outfit and needed a swimsuit for Australia. There are so many cute dresses everywhere and most are under $10. So I bought three dresses and a swimsuit for under $40. Prior to this I only had 2 off bike shirts and 1 pair of shorts which would not be enough for Australia where most of the time will not be cycling days. (Not that I need justification).
Of course had another massage. Then I hit a little sad spot as happens sometimes so I went to grab a beer prior to dinner and was going to come back to the guesthouse.
As it happened I couldn't resist the sign at the Irish pub for Guinness. I guess I want to get used to paying Australian prices. So I get my most delicious stout...nothing better then a smooth cold beer in hot weather and see that Rugby is on and better yet in about an hour ice hockey will be playing. And there I sat no longer the least bit sad as I got to watch two of my favorite sports in a cute dress, with a new haircut being left totally to myself. Yes, this was good.
The funny thing was that Vancouver was playing. The last time I watched hockey was the Stanley cup last year where Vancouver played horribly.
Luckily the game was a good one and I enjoyed it until the third period when a Canadian sat down next to me. We started chatting and I ended up not seeing the rest of the game but he was quite interesting and had just gotten into Thailand a couple of weeks before. Had one of those great life discussions and overall good time. You guessed it another retired man. The longer I travel the more excited I get to grow old. Not only will I have the adventurous spirit but the wisdom to go along with it.
A really perfect end to an overall great day. Also, helped me remember not to sweat the small stuff as life is pretty grand.
As a cycle tourist there isn't much to do in Chiang Mai as it turns out most people come to the city to head to the remote areas I was just in. So I do wish I would have stayed another day or two out in the country but I met some great people.
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