NEIGHBORHOOD DINOSAURS

Eamonn in his element, astride the mothering Maiasaura with some fellow, multi-generational dino enthusiasts.

Above, exhibiting his recent insouciant streak atop the crested Parasauralophus.  And, yes, Eamonn named both these creatures (and characteristics) as we approached the roundabout on the CMU campus that is home to the Paleontology Department.

We came here after helping sendoff CMU undergrads as they began their yearly pilgrimage up to Wat Doi Suthep (a 12-km climb).  Very sweet parade followed by dino riding, then onto a pancake breakfast - a winning Saturday morning :)

WE REGRET TO INFORM YOU... ;)

That, due to questionable parenting choices, Ren has been swallowed by a killer whale.

Yes, this year's addition to our Chiang Mai Zoo Aquarium gag photos is a real winner.  With Eamonn running perpetual loops through the underwater observation tunnel (very cool), Ren and momma were tasked with keeping up the semi-annual tradition.

REN'S WORLD: THAI DANCING

 (Some placeholder pics....
  Watch this space for Ren's account of her lovely Mothers' Day dance with classmates.)

MORE REN IN BKK

Ren is awesome.  So can't resist posting more pics from Bangkok.  Above, Ren enjoying a cool drink at the Khlong San Market, while providing translation services for uncle Chuck and aunt Molly.

Ren again staying cool.  This time while sporting sleeves in respect of Wat Po dress code ;) 
Grl Pwr!

SECRET WAT

Dad and Eam took a little morning trip to the local animal preserve, which is tucked up rather secretively into the foothills of Doi Suthep.  Luckily arrived just in time for the daily deer feeding.  After that excitement, we walked up to the ruins of an old temple on the hill.

Eamonn showcased his balance walking the perimeter of site atop the mossy old brick walls.  (Last time we were here, in 2015, he had just learned to walk.)

The old wall from Eamonn's perspective - nice composition from the little guy!

WALNUT BOATS

Kiddos presenting their watercraft, as we prepare for the great Chiang Dao homemade walnut boat race.

Here they are, in the creek: Eam, Arun, Ren, and Surin.  As with any hotly contested race, there were some tears (though proximity to naptime may have played a factor). 

WATER-FALLING-IN-LOVE-AGAIN

Long overdue - here we are, at the tail end of our epic mountain roadtrip.  This waterfall is midway up Doi Intanon, the tallest mountain in Thailand.  Photo credit goes to my old pal Chris Grant.

Dad watching his family watching water fall down the doi, soaking (quite literally) in the refreshing mist from the falls.