Vertical Series Sathorn Square

The second of the three races.  Just below 1100 stairs and 50% more people, I was nervous.  I arrived an hour and half early and the place was already filling up.  I just wanted to place but I saw some of the ladies I recognised from other races and knew it would prove difficult.    I managed third place in 8 minutes 56 seconds, but just.  I am very nervous for the final event which is 1600 stairs and will be extremely busy.  Ideally I get a second, so I can have one for each of the series!  But it will not be easy.

My inspriation!

Sebastian Now and Then

When we arrived in Bangkok in August 2022 we spent a day at the same hotel.  I remember the day well as the day pass was such a great deal and we had such a lovely day.  I could even remember the videos and pictures so we recreated a few.

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Chatrium Sathorn

After five days and four nights at the beach we headed back to Bangkok for a staycation.  I had given our flat out in the home exchange until the Sunday so we needed to say somewhere else.  

Some final pictures of the beach.

We went on the river and did some exploring.  It was a super nice hotel and a great couple of days.

Black Mountain Water Park and Friends

We spent a few days at our hotel, two days at the water park and a couple evenings for happy hour at a nearby hotel.  Everyone was relaxed and got in the rhythm of holiday.  Luis enjoyed time with his Mum on holiday as this is the first year she has been here while we had some time off and Sebastian just had a blast.

I love outside time. 

Springfield Resort Cha-Am Beach Break

On Monday we headed to Cha-Am and the Spring Field Resort.  This is not usually my favourite spot as the beach is not 'island' quality (how spoilt do I sound) but it really grew on me this time.  Just over two hour drive, it is a perfect spot. We were also lucky enough to have Andrew and Lyndsey and family close by and of course Abulea with us.  

I ran into Marie, one of the wonderful Nannies in our building.  She was staying next door.

Mandy and Molino’s

I didn’t get much time with Mandy so was super happy she had to come back to Bangkok to get her connecting flight back to Kenya.  We took her and Brad to Molino’s as we had not been in ages and everyone loves Mexican.  I almost forgot just how fabulous it is, just delicious.  It was not much time with Mandy but so great to see her. Nothing like seeing the people that know you best.  

Beginning of Holiday

Friday our half term began. Unfortunately it this year it coincides with Chinese New Year so everything is super expensive.  Therefore, we decided not to leave right away as we normally do and stick around Bangkok for the first few days.  Surprisingly Sebastian wanted to go to dinner at his favourite spot, usually he does not want to leave our pool.  We kicked off the holiday with a nice family dinner at Tony’s.