So far Pattaya is winning us over after just two weeks. The weather has been hot, but surprisingly comfortable, and I think not as humid as Vietnam or Malaysia. We are able to go outside and “do things” without melting, and since we have a really killer pool and beach area, we’re taking advantage of them. I found a bike club in the area and a rental company and took on a Honda Forza 300 for a few days. I got a nice ride out in the countryside to see some of the back areas, and even though the bike for ME felt like a Barca Lounger on wheels, for Kat the back seat was NOT as comfortable as the front. It’s a heavy scooter, pretty wide as well as long, and with an auto transmission it’s easy to get around. We ventured down to a national park on a military base, with a private beach, Sai Kaew, and on the way out drove by a cat shelter. It was also run by military personnel and they allowed us to stop in and visit the cats, who were very friendly and affectionate. We both agree that having a pet is just not in the cards yet– it’s hard enough just moving US!