Today was the BEST Fourth of July ever!!! We woke up early and took a taxi to Tip's Aunt's school. The school was only about 20 km away yet it took us an hour and a half because of rush hour traffic. What did all that time cost us? Less than $7 US. Amazing! Tip's Aunt was kind enough to let us use her private driver for the day. He drove us first to Ayuthaya's ancient's ruins of old Thai temples. After that we went to an awesome restaurant right on the river. It was one of the prettiest views we've seen yet. Next... more Thai temples. This time they were even more ancient, from the 1600's, built all from bricks. (See pictures for the amazingness!)
Last but not least, we... are you ready for this?! Ride elephants!!!! This was my (Christa) number one thing on my list. I've wanted to ride an elephant since forever and it surpassed all my expectations! Mikey and I were on one elephant and Tip got one all to herself. We rode around an ancient temple and through rice patties. After the ride was over we had a photo op with the cutest little baby elephant and one that picked us up with his trunk. Those animals are so amazing!
We have already done and seen so much and we have only been here two days. We are so blessed to have such good company and to be staying with such a hospitable family :)
2 comments:
Wow, you guys are really doing some adventurous things! Can't wait to hear about the River Kwai! Thank you Pfrang family Thailand for providing such a wonderful journey for our kids! Love you all!
Love, Mom & Terry
It's our pleasure, really! We're having a great time doing it and getting to know our West-coast family even better.
I can now say that the River "Kwae" trip was a hit as well, but details are for another blog. :)
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