A few weeks ago I wrote about my wish to capture a moment in words and pictures. As Frank and I pass the halfway point of our Thailand adventure, I am struck by the desire to hold on to the bits and pieces of this time. When we look back, I suspect it will be the “little things” about these two and a half years that define our expat experience. It will be the scenes of Bangkok rushing past taxi windows, the fragrant spice and buzz of voices from food carts, the dinners with friends on steamy nights, and the moments we spend in what is truly our first “home” together. “The little things” is a weekly glimpse into our Bangkok life. This is what happens between the recipes.
reminders of Chinese New Year
make-your-own taco night at Casa del Inquiring Chef
the spirit house at Bo.lan
nutella blondies…where have you been all my life?
Allison’s flaming birthday pie
Frank…in the kitchen
rock-my-world popcorn shrimp; date night at Hyde and Seek
these orchids make me smile
(needs no explanation)
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I love that last picture! (and the others too, of course)
Haha I love the last photo! Flaming Birthday pie sounds rather nice too. What a wonderful time you’re having and I know I say it every comment but your photos are just beautiful!
Hi J – just adore your blog. I’m so happy to have been part of some of these memories (how fab was the flaming pie?). Now dear, it is time to post the nutella blondie recipe – they were Di-vine! We made your pumpkin chocolate muffins last weekend and only a few remain…keep up the great writing & recipes! cynthia p.
Nutella blondie recipe is coming soon, Cynthia! So glad you liked the muffins!
I really enjoyed this glimpse into your life in Thailand… especially the spirit house… Love those nutella blondies as well!! xo Smidge
I love this post! I’ve been thinking lately about how we’re often less than mindful of the moments and experiences that we are most lucky to have. That’s actually what inspired me to start the blog in the first place (my first post is here – http://wp.me/p2b6wO-c – I’d love for you to take a look if you’ve got time!). You’ve done a great job capturing the essence of some of those prize moments – you’re clearly enjoying yourselves there and it shows. Cheers!
What great snapshots of a wonderful adventure you will always remember.