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Wednesday, October 22nd, 2008
Full Moon Party
Sorry, this post is so delayed, we’ve had some internet problems and I’ve been busy with training and beach-hopping. First, let me explain what a Full Moon party is since I assume most people haven’t heard of it officially – I hadn’t heard about it either until just before coming to Thailand. As the name implies, it takes place the night of the full moon which is typically once a month. The “Official” party takes place just south of Bangkok in what I’ve been told is the sleaziest city in Thailand and a real hot spot for backpackers looking to party. I’ve read some forum posts on the party and its apparently loads of fun and complete madness (as one would expect with thousands of backpackers from around the globe converging for the sole purpose of partying for 10 hours straight)… Well I didn’t attend THAT party, but our camp through their own mini-party in its honor. Read the rest of this entry »
Monday, October 13th, 2008
First Training Session of MMA (ground fighting)
Well, I survived the first class, barely. Ironically I think it’ll be one of the easiest classes I’ll have during my entire trip; not a comforting thought. We started off with some easy warm ups, jogging around the ring, shrimping (a ground move), and kart-wheels, lol. We stretched. And then we learned how to defend against the opponent who has back guard (going for a rear naked choke). Read the rest of this entry »