Chris Dee so, I’m not at that level in my practice. But I have been working closely with a temple in Chiang Mai for the 3 three years. I went to Thailand on a tourist visa a few years ago. That started things. I have been studying with them online regularly and diligently for years now. Trying to go within the next few months and study there in person at their meetings. As you know, it’s important to give Merrit. I already give financially, I figured while I am there I can sweep things, paint things, do whatever it is to help the wat itself. Stay in good shape. were people doing this where you studied and then became ordained?

Ken Algonquin but I don’t think she’s talking about herself. She’s talking about farang who came to the wat she was at. She’s definitely correct that all of the meditation retreats require the participants to work cleaning up. In my case, I’m just looking to see if there is anything the wat needs. Sweeping. Paint a wall. Etc. Anything they need help with as merit

@Lee *********

exactly. It’s a natural part of Thai culture. Helping out at the wat is normal. I just wanted to participate in that. I already send money to help. There are things like sweeping up, painting a wall, various things that need to be done to keep it functional, so people can learn the teachings. It’s very hard to imagine getting in trouble for helping out at the wat

Galenus Gold good point. I may ask at the Thai embassy before i leave

@Xjwhudkwhry *******

ha ha ha ha ha! this might be the best thing I have seen on the Internet in a long time

when you get to Thailand, you will learn that your victim mentality outlook is the problem, not worrying about “racism.”. Just go. Leave your American culture behind and embrace Thailand

@Lynnette ******

Your instincts are correct. That’s exactly what this is. These are animals that were found without people during Hurricane Katrina. This is an evacuation of the animals to save them

@Paulus ********

diapers/nappies

Ruby Dechambre bring baby wipes if no bum guns or water bucket to clean with. a good idea anywhere, really

@David *********

That was a good story