Asking for money is always hard to do, whether you're out on the street looking for change for a phone call or sitting in an office looking to find funds for a worthwhile cause. It seems to me people are or have been always skeptical about why they should give someone money… possible thoughts that … Continue reading Ooooh, yes'a masta….
Author: Vincent
Organizing can be FUN or a pain in the A$$
(Setting up beach umbrellas and chairs on an early morning on Cha-am beach) After a suprisingly eventful January, I came back from Australia to a slight buzz in the air preparing for a conference for the Canadian organization that sent me to Thailand. Whether I’m a control freak or not, I took on the responsiblity … Continue reading Organizing can be FUN or a pain in the A$$
Photographic review of the past month
(Taking a break from cycling around Kanachaburi, about a 3 hour North-west bus ride from Bangkok. This was right before we checked out a war memorial detailing the construction of the bridge and death of POWs made famous by the movie, the Bridge of River Kwai) The past month has been crazy mix of outdoor … Continue reading Photographic review of the past month
Oz-tralia
(The Pass – along a walk to checkout Byron Bay’s famous lighthouse perched atop a hill, we came across this cool “pass” where surfers go out to catch some swells) Just spent the last two weeks enjoying the sun, sand and beaches downunder… The last time I was in Oz was about 7 years ago. … Continue reading Oz-tralia
Adventures leads to happiness and vomiting
(Trekking through Erawan Waterfalls – camped out here for new year’s eve… I would have been caught in the Bangkok bombings if we hadn’t stayed for one extra night! …a major bus loop I always use was bombed that night…) The holidays season was eventful for me. Sitting here in my cousin’s room trying to … Continue reading Adventures leads to happiness and vomiting
Urban Design Plan
As part of a course on urban design for my Masters programme at RMIT University in Australia, I created the strategy and concept to redesign my neighborhood when I was living in Bangkok, Thailand. The idea was to create a greener and more pedestrian friendly environment. You can download the whole urban design plan here (3.5MB).
Christmas wasn’t that painful
(Scary looking dwarf under a Citibank-sponsored Christmas Tree beside the Grand Hyatt Erawan Hotel) Doesn’t Christmas freak you out a little? Doesn’t it seem weird that this is the “holiday” season, but for most people it doesn’t feel like a holiday? I’m assuming that more than half of Canada is stressing out at this time … Continue reading Christmas wasn’t that painful
It's getting festive!
(Joking around with friends while we wait for our food and drinks at Sofa Cafe/Bar) The holiday season is upon us and its getting crazy in the streets (and in the malls). Bangkok, seemingly the consumer capital of the world, is in full swing with sales here, deals there, and shopping everywhere. It's still a … Continue reading It's getting festive!
What's up
Needed a laugh and these spots always cracks me up….So what’s up with you? If you know of any commercials or short clips that are funny, let me know. You don’t have to send me the clips, but if you have a link to them, please let me know. Otherwise, just tell me about the … Continue reading What's up
Say Cheese!
(A close up of me and my friend during a bicycling trip at Ancient City) The last couple of weekends have been interesting spending time with friends and going around taking photos. I don't think I've ever taken so many photos in a span of a couple of weeks… I actually filled up my memory … Continue reading Say Cheese!