Let's go to the movies! (4 months in Thailand!)

I have this habit of singing this tune whenever I go to the movies. If you asked Fuad, he would probably say it's annoying, but lucky for me he never complains.

I got to hum my little tune last night as we went to the movies for the first time in Chiang Mai!

We went with our friend from my school, Sara. She's really good company and she's lived here a long time, so she's a good person to hang out with, she's really considerate that we haven't lived here so long, so we may need some direction with how certain things work (like the movies).

So we headed off to the Central Airport Plaza otherwise known as "Centran" to the locals since the "L" sound is not one used in the Thai language. (This reminds me of this sound they have that we don't "ng" at the beginning of words, like the word for work "thahm-ngaan", really hard to get it just right) Anyway, back to Centran, think megamall...and remember the parking situation I described in a much earlier blog? We ended up parking by Meijers 50 acres (that's a joke only my parents will get...) then headed inside to the theater. There are a few bonuses here, When you buy your ticket, you get to choose your seat, there are multiple price levels, we went for the 180Bht price point ($6.00 per person) which got got us a very cushy recliner, nice!

After getting tickets we had dinner at the mall 800Bht ($30 for 3 people), then back to the theater for the movie, this evenings selection, In Time, but before the movie starts, commercials, pre-views and the Royal Anthem, for which everyone stands. (You may find this interesting, everyday the National Anthem is played at 8:00 am & 6:00 pm, in public spaces as well as on tv. Personally, I find the sense of nationalism here inspiring and at least everyone knows the songs. I've taught many a lesson on the Star Spangled Banner and I can't believe how many kids & adults in the States don't know the words or the true meaning of the song)

Going to the movies was just what I needed! Now that we know the process, I'm sure we'll be back again soon!

Today marks 4 months in Thailand and I'm pleased to report that I'm finally feeling grounded here. I'm finding my way...I'm establishing routines...I'm happy.