Superstition
The Monks’ Magical Mystery Tattoo
My latest research on Thailand has led me to (possibly/probably) my next tattoo. I’ve been thinking about my next tattoo for awhile now, even before reading about these magical ones. I am doubly superstitious, coming from both an Asian and a Pacific Islander background, so getting one of these tattoos seems almost more fitting than … Continue reading
Categories: Superstition, Travel
Tags: bamboo, Bangkok, Buddhist, Cambodia, elephant trainers, Khmer, magic, monks, protection, sak yant, superstition, tattoos, Thailand, Wat Bang Phra
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Of Things Unseen
Being of Asian/Pacific Islander descent, being “superstitious” is probably second nature to me. I don’t travel without a rosary and/or a religious icon. Now, after having had it for 2 or 3 years, I also don’t like to travel without my silver Barong ring from Bali. The Barong is for protection. Sometimes I also wear … Continue reading
Categories: San Francisco, Superstition
Tags: aumakua, Bali, Chow Chows, ghosts, Green Field Bungalows, New Orleans, San Francisco, spirits, superstition, The Pontchartrain Hotel
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