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Category Archives: Laos
Although my camera photo didn’t capture it, the sun was red at sunrise. The farmers have started to burn their fields, which may have contributed to the beautiful color.
The Katu women, one of many ethnic groups in Laos, are known for their backstrap weaving. They sit on the ground bending over the loom to weave. I purchased two pieces, the lower photo shows the weaver holding the piece she made that I purchased. After buying a few pieces, I was invited into a […]
Yesterday was a day rich in photographic opportunities, these are a few that I captured with my phone. I’m excited to review those from my camera. This man hand forged 4 to 5 pieces a day. The round cylinder he is hammering onto is a used bomb casing from the Vietnam War. Laos was heavily […]
Moonlight on the Mekong
Visited Bear Santuary, waterfalls, weaving, paper making and wood carving center, then on to a couple of temples, and a short trip to see the sun on the Mekong. It was a fantastic day, but I feel every one of my years right now. I loved seeing the weaver and the explanation of making silk. […]
This is a dream fulfilled, and everything I imagined it could be. The pace relaxed, time to hear our guide, Paan’s stories, and lots of time to quiz her on Laos, Buddhism, the plants and animals around us, and so much more. She was a patient listener and teacher. I cannot wait to write up […]
We left Thailand for our journey up the Mekong River, into Laos. It will be two days of cruising to reach Luang Prabang. Larry, the food picture is for you. It was delicious!