Day 38 - Koh Samui, a day on the beach

Had a lovely day on the beach today, and got fully involved with the commercial offerings here in Koh Samui. Immy and I had a blast on the Jetski, but were just about bored of it after 25 minutes. Can you imagine the dissapointment experienced by those who actually buy these 'sea thugs', only to find it monotenous before you get the chance to refill the tank with fuel!

We have voted to move again, so we are yet to remain in one place for more than two nights (in fact only one place for two nights!), Tomorrow we are bound for Mae Nam and back into a beachside bungalow with more seclusion, but not isolation.

Just a small thought for today's entry, about Ladyboys. I have yet to mention this Thai phenomenon, and I am surprised really, because their presence has been about ever since our entry into the country. Two waitresses in Bangkok, the ticket clerk at the ferry desk, the bar lady in Chumphon and then of course the cabaret girls who sell their show tickets on the street every night. Is their constant presence a reflection on this nations acceptance and tolerance of all things, or is there something genetic to the thai people, which has increased the number of men who choose this alternative lifestyle. If it is not genetic, would a greater acceptance in the western world lead to vast numbers of men choosing to don the lippy and one of the Mrs's frocks for work... I'll leave that there!.. the kids find them very confusing!

Some Pics from the last few days

Some from Koh tao:

 

 

(You may note that I have dropped the Imogen and Felix Pages, whilst the school of mum and dad continues with much gusto! my ambitions for their contribution to the blog was a tad ambitious!)