This is a section for posts on more “serious” stuff. Not that everything is going to be “I want to gouge my eyes out, this is so depressing,” but a place for more ruminative, less frivolous material. I can’t lie – it will probably still be heavy on the narcissism. I’ll be dealing with topics such as my experience with culture shock and transition, as well as those relating to Bangkok’s less appealing side, such as its rampant sex trade. My goal is to present a fuller picture of life in Bangkok, not just the funny bits.
Ruminating Ruth
List of Rumination posts:
Babymoon in Pattaya: A psychologically jarring experience
Culture-shock, a Two-headed Beast
The Dark Side of Authentic Travel
Did Aung San Suu Kyi Ever Go Outside?
The Facetious Farang 
BTW – did you see your mug-shots on the front page of our ( Grace) website? You are allowed to object….if you really want to….! But we like the picture…….oh, and are you using the same email address ? glad you are still alive -and well – after all your adventures thus far…….
I also like the picture! We’re immortalized! Yes, we are using the same email address, and yes, we are still alive and well… 🙂