Thailand November 2009 (2) Poem by RIC BASTASA

In Nakhon Pathom
we posed for
the tallest Buddhist pagoda
then watched
The greatest Elephant Show

In Phetchaburi
we sunbathed in Cha-am Beach,
and had
time viewing the
scenic mountains,
limestone caves,
and ancient temples.

Finally in Prachuap Khiri
we went inside Klai Kangwon Palace,
a summer palace of the King and the Royal Family,
courtesy of the ambassador
friend of my father-in-law.