"Don't go chasin' waterfalls"

I don't know if you remember that TLC song from the 90's, but I loved it! Still do. And, when I was little, I used to think it said "Don't go, Jason Waterfall." Jason Waterfall would've been the coolest name ever though, right?

Anyways, there are no typical Western "fun" things to do here. KFC and McD's haven't even breached the realms of this country yet. Nor have any movie theaters, mini-golfs, malls, bowling allies, arcades, or anything like that. So, you gotta make your own fun! The task sounds like a beautiful challenge to me :D :D :D :D :D

PLAIN OF JARS

Locals LOVE to go to the Plain of Jars and take photos/picnic. Basically, there are all these huge jars that have been carved out of stone and placed on hills for some unknown reason. Maybe graves, maybe a water storage system, maybe some kind of religious ceremonial grounds. So mysterious! Put a Holli in a place like this and this is what happens... Push ups, baby!

WATERFALLS

We've been having some pretty awesome adventures here in the beautiful Asia. You kind of have to be creative when there's literally nothing "entertaining" to do. The plus side of this is that you get to enjoy some pretty amazing scenery and great views. Since it's not rainy season, the water level's lower and the falls are smaller. Cool thing about that is getting to climb down the rocks (in flip flops) and explore all the parts of the waterfalls! B-E-A-you-tee-ful!

                                                                       Free Fallin'

                                              

Funny story to go along with this one. One of my friends who went with us doesn't have the best balance. And, we didn't exactly have safety nets or anything to hold onto. Ok, so, my friend is doing the whole arm flailing thing that you do to balance yourself right before you fall a WHOLE LOT. I'm thinking... she's gonna bust it man. Just wait. Plus, she's wearing a ghetto version of Croc's. That's a recipe for certain disaster at all times. I made it do this awesome ledge that looks like a smaller version of Pride Rock and have my feet dangling into the water when I hear.... THUD! Homegirl just hit the ground. Fell right into a large puddle. And man, it wasn't one of those "I'm good, I'm good" hop right back up falls. She went down and stayed down for a hot minute. ~END
                                              This pic was taken moments before the fall.

TEMPLE LIFE

I'm from the South, and there are literally churches an every street corner. Well, this aint the South! Welcome to the Temple Belt of the world. So, what does one do with so many temples? I've seen some crazy art and crazy looking rituals, BUT! the single-most appealing and tempting thing that I've laid my eyes on has been the gong tower! Three stories high. Tight swirly steps going all the way to the top. A big chime at the bottom. AND a huge drum at the very top! Fully equipped with golden dragons and elaborate decor. And you wonder why A.D.D kids have so much trouble concentrating. Shiny? Drum? OK, I'm going up!!!! My language helper told me I'm sooooo naughty! Tee hee hee hee hee!