7:58pm — Bangkok, Thailand — Shangri La Hotel.

I am sitting here in this hotel lobby unable to eat anything, despite reaching near starvation levels. EVERYTHING I’ve been eating has been going right through me. Last night was particularly unbearable and disgusting . . . my poor wife.

I was unable to take advantage of the evening, tonight, however we certainly made use of our time here, I believe. Yesterday, we went to the International Gem Society (or something like that where we purchased some silk for me and some jewelry for Sara — some sapphire earrings. Apparently, Thailand is known for its ruby and sapphire mines. I’m almost wondering if our jeweler doesn’t himself go to this same place. It was also a factory and we got a very brief tour before shopping. The experience made
Sara very happy

Last night, we were able to get dressed up and attend a formal Thai classical dinner and dance which was absolutely fascinating, stunning, and gorgeous.

Tomorrow, the unfortunate trip back home begins.