I am feeling very lucky to be writing this blog as I look out at the beautiful Andaman Sea. As life becomes more difficult (my energy is decreasing and I can only walk for very short distances), I can't help but feel very grateful for the many lifetimes I feel I have lived (I'm on my ninth right now!). I have had incredible opportunities and I have met beautiful people who have crossed my path along the way. As you can tell by the last blog, I am also very lucky to have met my husband who tells me I'm brave when I feel as though I'm complaining, who believes in me when I don't believe in myself, who tells me I'm strong when I feel so weak, and carries me when I can't walk. Travis & I toured the island of Phuket by taxi yesterday and feel so fortunate to have chosen the resort that we did. Although not so much accessible with stairs throughout (I can do them with my arm around Travis and he gives me a boost), our room is right on the beach with a gorgeous view. Most hotels are across the road from a beach, or even up on a hill. As we toured the incredible island (although you are risking your life if you work in electricity- note picture below), I couldn't help but wonder where were all the people who have problems walking? There is no room for wheelchairs anywhere, and it struck me, if they are local they must not leave home, and foreigners do not come here for lack of accessibility. I am very grateful to live in a country where I matter, and though maybe we're not quite at the level of California accessibility, opportunities are provided to me to include me in life's experiences, rather than giving me the message that it's easier to just stay home. As Travis helps me into and out of the sea, I can't help but feel the healing power of the salt water as it eases my aching muscles and stiff joints. And new experiences are coming to me daily, off to a ladyboy show tomorrow and Singapore on Monday, lucky girl indeed!
Steven and Sally
4/9/2015 10:46:42 pm
Hi Carol - we are happy to read you are having a great trip. Greetings from Laos, right next door to your Thailand journey. Wish we could hop over and have dinner with you...
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StevenMcIntyre
4/9/2015 10:53:19 pm
I love reading your blogs and am delighted to see you and Travis having such an amazing time. Lots of love from an old friend x
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Jane Kirby
4/10/2015 02:33:57 am
I also love reading your blogs Carol. You're an inspiration
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Anna Fele
4/10/2015 08:59:25 am
All my best Carol! Truly miss you guys! Xoxo
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Sara Mills
4/10/2015 10:30:50 am
Hey Carol, you're amazing. Truly brave & inspirational. What wonderful experiences you are having with Travis. He sounds such a great guy. I love hearing about your adventures! Keep them coming! Love ya xxx
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NicoDuPlooy
4/10/2015 11:36:53 am
Hi Carrol,Glad to see you and Trav are having wonderful time.Suzie and my harts go out you and Travi through this troubled time.
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Sara Francoeur
4/10/2015 05:36:25 pm
So happy for you to be there taking in the colours and sights and cheerful people in Thailand... Your smile and perseverance and light just bring more sunshine to Thailand! It doesn't sound like it is any simple task for you to be there and get around. You are a brave woman and inspiring to me. I am grateful to read your blog posts! Big hugs to you.
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Megan Berkeley
4/11/2015 03:28:37 am
I love hearing about your adventures! You are so inspiring! It is amazing to travel and realize how fortunate we are and at the same time enjoy the beauty the rest of the world has to offer us. Travelling rocks! So glad to hear you are living your dreams!
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Heather
4/15/2015 05:48:28 am
Enormous love all the way to you both as I'm connecting the dots, reading between the lines and filling in the blanks ... with hugs hugs and more hugs xxoo
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Brittany
4/16/2015 01:44:52 am
It's sad to think of how limited people must be in different parts of the world due to lack of accessibility. I'm glad that- in typical Carol style- you're not letting anything stand in the way between you and an adventure :) I hope the cruise is going well and that it's getting easier to get around. Looking forward to more pics. xoxox
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