I have to absolutely agree!! Their warmth and hospitality impressed us far more than the beauty of the country itself. I've said over and over since returning how much we still have to learn from their culture. The profound respect they show each other and everyone they meet. You can't help but be moved by it.

They particulary appreciated my awkward efforts to speak Thai when saying hello, thank you and other polite forms of respect as well as always presenting the "wai" with whomever I spoke with. It was always accepted with such glee knowing how difficult a language it is for a westerner to speak.

We were also glad to spend our money in the affected areas as well!

I'm very happy you've all enjoyed reading this. It took many hours to put together but it was great fun doing it and reliving this wonderful trip.