Since we are renting a place for a few days, we walked to a hotel for the people to pick us up. We signed up for some activities yesterday and they set a 7am pick up time then continued to pick up three Australian girls. We had an hour ride to our first destination so we all fell asleep.

The monkeys. MONKEYS! Ahh .. I went ape shit. I was so excited. Look how freaking adorable they are!! You can buy bananas or corn and feed them. I think that’s a little crazy because that’s a lot of food they’re putting down. So we just watched people feed them. I wanted to steal Marcel home. <3

Afterward we rode a bit to ride elephants. This made me sad. The whole time I rode him, I just wanted it to end. The guy that was in charge of my elephant kept being rude to it because it wanted to eat or rest. It just made me very sad to see. They did stop so they could take a picture. I didn’t buy it but did snap a picture of it. You can see how they chopped their tusks off. So sad.

We had a short car ride to our next event, white water rafting. I think that’s what it’s called. We walked barefoot into the water and waited for the people to open up the dams so there was more water. Not long after we all jumped in and were off on our adventure. You could see all the water going crazy around us. We did a 9km one but I’m certain a 5km one was just as great.

After, they took us to this little country resort place with this gorgeous view to feed us. We were super wet and I felt gross. Luckily we had a fan to dry off of so we did that a bit while we waited for our authentic Thai meal. We finished almost everything. I was even surprised Sissy ate stuff that touched meat/seafood. I guess it comes down to if she really has to, she will eat around it.

There were some crazy red fire ants everywhere and this puppy that licked my knee and followed me everywhere. This is the size I wanted but ended up with a 9lb Rizzo. I miss Rizzo. 🙁

Our last destination was the waterfall. Nothing too crazy. Pretty but not something I thought I would be getting. I thought we would walk through the waterfall or something. Regardless, getting steps in made it better.

How I felt after we knew we were going back to our abode. I was so tired and sweaty. I felt disgusting and wanted to just take off all my wet clothes and sleep. And sleep I did on the forever car ride back to our abode. P.S. I miss being tan.

When we got back, we decided to chill on the beach as the sun set. It was really pretty. We just laid there and people watched. We went back to our place and all showered.

Then headed out for dinner at Red Duck Thai Restaurant. Apparently it has great reviews on TripAdvisor. I would say that the food was a bit expensive compared to last night. I got the watermelon juice shake and yellow curry shrimp. Sissy, BIL, and I decided to split the Tom Yum soup. Everything was extra spicy to the point my lips were burning. I usually don’t do dessert but I ordered a green tea ice cream afterward to help cool the burn.

I could do without such an expensive meal but I was able to bump into one of the best looking Thai guys that was sitting with his family at the table next to us so I didn’t mind. Great view indeed. Sigh.

I’m too sleepy  now to do anything. Not much is planned tomorrow but spa day and beach chilling. Sadly I’m ready to go home. I miss my whittle Rizzo so much. 🙁

I didn’t even remember falling asleep but I apparently had one of the best ones all trip. Thailand makes me so sleepy and I don’t understand why. I really do hope it’s the medicine.

We got ready and headed to Italian Job Coffee where we all ordered Iced Coffees and baked goods. I got the blueberry muffin because duh, blueberry flavored stuff is the best!

We walked around and went into some street stores to buy souvenirs. By the time we were finished, it started raining pretty hard. Boo on our beach plans. We went back to our place and looked up some things we were wanting to do like elephant tours and whatnot. When the rain died down a bit, we went out again and saw a puppy chilling in the corridor. He didn’t care about the people who walked passed him. So freaking chill.

We stopped by The Old Siam Restaurant for lunch. We ordered two Singha beers even though I wasn’t wanting to drink. Massaman Curry with Chicken. So freaking good! I had a good sweat stache going on and BIL took a picture and sent it to the family.

It was raining harder this time so we went to the stores again and walked around. When we went back to our abode, the puppy was still there. He must be hiding from the rain. Smart little pup.

It seemed like an ongoing pattern. Rain comes and goes. I guess it’s nice to rest a bit. We went out again. A plethora of vespas and jeepnes are always everywhere.

We finally got to the beach. Sissy and BIL played in the water while I chilled with all our stuff.

We watched people parasailing and it’s freaking crazy how the spotter isn’t harnessed in and just hangs around.

Mmmm … this is such a good view. Two very cute guys just plopped down in front of me as I was taking this picture.

After many hours on the beach of just relaxing, reading, and people watching, we went back and they showered. We walked around and bought some souvenirs then went to Eight Fold Restaurant. Watermelon Shake (juice) and Pad Thai with Shrimp was had. Super cheap but super delicious. The watermelon really hit the spot. I drink so much water but it’s not as refreshing as drinking that juice. I want more!

Saw a jeepne made into a bar. Club music was coming out of it too. So freaking funny …

We stopped by a Banana Pancake stand which Rachel said is a must have. We got it with caramel and … mmm so sweet and crispy. So good. Definitely recommended. I’d like to try it with nutella or chocolate though.

It was a pretty chill day. We walked around a lot like we did in Hong Kong, almost the same steps on our chill days but it hasn’t been as tiring. Not too sure why. Tomorrow is going to be a filled day of activities. I’m actually kind of dreading it. I am not ready. Eeeps.

We are in Phuket, Thailand!

It was a struggle getting here only because I’ve been sick the past few days with a cold. I took two days of cold medcine in pill form but Rachel went and got me some cough syrup that didn’t come with a measuring cup yesterday. Since I don’t know how much I am to take, I just chug the amount I think I should and I think I over chugged this morning.

When we got to the airport we got a Hong Kong breakfast. BIL is starting to love congee which is surprising. Feels like if you throw a few pices of meat in anything, he’ll like it. haha

Afterward we headed to our gate. I was so tired, most likely because of the cough syrup, that I took a nap waiting to board.

Once we got on the plane I was so tired I knocked out before we even lift off. When I woke up few minutes later they were passing out peanuts and drinks. I didn’t eat mine.

I went back to my nap and woke up to them passing out food. I guess I can smell it. ha … Fattie. I was actually very full but ate some while watching “She’s Funny That Way”. Another good movie in the books for me. I went back to my nap. Woke up and watched an episode of 2 Broke Girls. It’s always a show I’ve wanted to watch but can never find on Netflix or Amazon.

When we finally got off the plane we drove an hour to our abode. I slept the entire way. Which rarely happens. Thanks cough syrup. We checked in and then we went and ate at Horn Grill Steakhouse. We ordered drinks and some dishes. It was okay. Sissy and I shared and gave the rest to BIL. They also give you a shot of guava juice at the end. So refreshing.

We walked to the beach to scope it out then went to the store to get some necessities. People here do not care as you can tell in the picture. They left their vespa and sidecar in the middle of a two way street. We headed back to the abode where they showered and I again … fell asleep.

When everyone was ready, we went and got massages. Apparently I fell asleep there too and the lady had to keep tapping on me to switch positions. Whoops. I don’t know what is going on but these episodes has been helpful in making me sleep.

We then walked around some more and they got some fresh juices mixed together. The rain started to drizzle then poor down. Luckily we live clos and got home soon enough.

We relaxed a bit and talked about some excursions we were thinking of. Now we’re ready for bed and y’all know … I am. haha Hopefully I’m not like this tomorrow though.

It’s only 9:35pm here in Thailand but … good night. 😛

We were ready to go and walk Mong Kok with Vincent but Dad had different plans for us. We had to meet out in the almost boondocks for brunch with my other Dad’s cousin at his restaurant. He ordered a bunch of foods and thankfully we told him we had shopping plans so we were able to head out after about an hour or so. I felt sorry for Vincent since he had to be there only because we had made plans earlier.

Afterward, we rode taxis to Mong Kok and ate street foods while we shopped for souvenirs. We didn’t buy much though so it felt we were more just walking and eating … not much different from any other day that we’ve been here.

Not much else happened. We went back to our abode to packed then went to PoPo’s to drop of what we wouldn’t be bringing to Phuket. Than we went to dinner at a Korean BBQ place. All you can eat. I’m certain PoPo gave me some that wasn’t cooked because my stomach was hurting afterward. Hoping I have no problems on my flight to Phuket. Yikes.

I’m a little weary about what we will be doing. Partly because I realized I won’t have a book to read while laying on the beach now that I gave my IPad to Mum to keep while I was away. Whomp. Guess I’ll just tan and fall asleep. Boo …

Sausage bread and an iced green tea latte for breakfast. Breakfast of champions. Duh.

We met at the ferry area, bought our tickets, and was on our way to Macau. The ride was one hour or so long and I was the unlucky one who ended up sitting by herself with strangers. Oh well. I took the time to write about things in my journal. It was weird to do so since I thought I’d gotten over it … guess not.

Anyway, after the ride, we went to a restaurant Dicky works for which is pretty famous due to it being opened by celebrities and rich people? A lot of other celebrities come here and sign their name. Since we were sitting in the “VIP” area (not certain we were but felt like it), I asked if I had to sign anything before I left … I’m hilarious. I know.

The meal came with a lot of food. I couldn’t finish it all. I’m positive my stomach shrinks when I come home.

He apparently created these two dishes or helped create it? I’m not 100% sure. But it was pretty cool to experience it even though I’m not a big fan of bread … or eggs.

We walked around and took in the view then went and gambled. I won 100 HKD which isn’t enough but hey, I didn’t lose any either so it’s a win in my book!

We walked around and took in some attractions then went and had dinner at a very popular place in Macau. They even had a TripAdvisor sticker outside their building. Mmmm … I told them that if we went to Macau, I wanted to go here because I’ve been dreaming about their pork bone marrow pot since Dicky took me three years ago. So freaking good.

We rode the ferry back and Kathy and I talked about my dating life … nonexistent I should say. She says I’m probably like her and it seems I am. If so I’m going to be single fo life. Time to find a place and settle down all by my lonesome. Ha …. By the time we made it back to Hong Kong, we bid farewell to one another and headed back to our abode.

Sounds like a very short day but in reality we had one of our longest walks since we got here. Over 10 miles of walking. Zzzz, feets be tired. I am waiting to get a massage and for little fishes to eat my feet when we get to Phuket. Sounds amazing right now. Sigh.

Tomorrow is going to be a pretty lazy day. Sleep in. Eat. Walk and shop around our area. Then pack up and eat dinner with our family. I cannot wait to see PoPo again. She’s so adorables.

Til tomorrow,