Yesterday, Ron made the flight from Bangkok to Chiang Mei. He had some trouble getting the COVID test to travel on but I don't know the details of what he went through. I think he had at least four COVID tests from the time he left Atlanta and arrived in Chiang Mei. He said his hotel is good. I don't know if he will have a room there the entire time or find a room in an apartment building as we had in Mukdahan, Thailand two years ago.
Ron's back was hurting a lot from carrying the bag (one regular size bag plus a smaller satchel). He was very tired so I have not pressed him for many details yet.
He said everyone is wearing masks. Thailand has not faired well with the pandemic. Most of the restaurants in the airport are closed and he said walking through was like being in a deserted airport. They just opened up for foreigners on November 1st due to their great economic loss. It seems we were better prepared in the U.S. in spite of closures and mandates.
The number of COVID cases in Georgia is less each week. The majority of people are not wear masks. Some stores still have a sign up that they are required (banks and grocery stores) but I still do not see many people observing the restrictions. I wear one in these places out of courtesy since they state that they want us to wear them. To me, it is the same as having a sign that says "no shirt, no shoes, no service." They have a right to request it if its their place of business. Their employees are all wearing masks.
We are having a beautiful fall week here in Georgia. I have raked leaves this afternoon in 70 degree weather. But, rain will come on Thursday and we will have a chilly weekend.
God bless you wherever you live and follow our work. Thank you to all who care about us and keep us in your prayers.
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