Emily in Bangkok - couldn't think of a more inventive title...

Hey people,
This is going to be a colourful post because Bangkok is definitely colourful. I won't go over the same stuff as Adam so here is a short account of the things I have noted about the capital of Thailand...
The people are very polite and modest. The first time we went out yesterday I wore a singlet (a decent one too) and felt slightly underdressed! Everyone else had their shoulders covered! Interesting. Not sure if it is because it is their winter here or a cultural thing.
The language has less sounds than ours (no fs or ws) but it is tonal. So they say one word about 6 times - sounds the same to me - but is actually in 6 different tones and therefore 6 different words.
Their architectural design is amazing, especially the western-thai blend of style. King Rama 5 who introduced it is viewed as a sort of demi-god and the present king - Rama 8 is loved to bits - pictures of him everywhere! Especially because it's his birthday (77) in a few day.
Everything is very cheap. If you want a cheap cheap wedding ring go to the best gem shop in the world - here in Bangkok. If you like the bling bling this is where to get it. Some of it incredibly detailed and ornate too! Almost looks tacky except for the fact it's real.
Anyway, before I get you bored I will sign off. We're having a great time so far.
:) Emily

PS Will try a post a picture of Adam sometime - quite the tourist. Imagine (until the photo arrives) Adam with a camera, video camera and camera bag around his neck chewing gum while gazing at the sights in amazement and you have Adam the rookie tourist!