In Ko Chang

We are currently in the tropical paradise of Ko Chang. It is beautiful beyond description- you'll just have to see the pictures when we get home (here is an accurate picture of the beach we're staying at). We're staying at KP Bungalows in Khlong Phrao Beach, room 23.

The water is clear. When we stepped in the water after we first arrived, it was the same temperature as the air- about 80 degrees. There is no pollution. The only things we see floating in the water are coconuts and sticks.

Angel and I spent today just loafing around, which is a great contrast from the hurried metropolis of Bangkok. We read for a bit on the shore, with the waves crashing against our legs (Dad, that book you gave me is really good. I'm about halfway done). Angel and I are really enjoying ourselves. Both of us have decided that it's the most beautiful place we've been. We are really enjoying life here.

Angel is taking a nap now, so I went out to blog a little and I bought some "Oakleys" for $3 US (I overpaid, but I didn't feel like haggling much). She's probably up now, so I gotta get going.

Mom & Dad, you'd love this place. You should consider going here on your post-Iraq trip.

Final note: This internet cafe is across the street from a reggae bar, and a King Tubby song is playing on vinyl. I am in heaven.

- Mike