For a number of times, local Thai people would recognize where we are from. And we couldn't really figure out how? While walking, some of them would say, "you Filipino" out of the blue. My immediate reaction? Well I would feel baffled and surprised about it, and eventually, feel proud for being recognized as one. I would respond by smiling, or nodding, and or say "yes!"
After a number of times, I couldn't resist it anymore. I had to ask them how they know it. They usually say they know someone who is a Filipino. I didn't ask further. Maybe it's the eyes, or the nose. Either way, we were impressed.
And this constant verification of race went on even when we reached Cambodia. This time, it's those little ones who were eager to ask. Surprisingly, a lot of people there can speak proper English. And in many times, these adorable kids would sell us postcards, pashminas and the likes, in the most subtle and aggressive ways, it's mind boggling how they were able to mix those 2 contrasting elements together.
But it works.
So on our way to Neak Pean, we had to cross this really interesting wood bridge. And just as we were nearing, we could see a group of young locals sitting alongside the bridge.
And just as we were nearing, we could see a group of young locals sitting alongside the bridge.
One kid asked.
"Where you from? from Phlippines or malay?"
I jumped in to say, "from Brazil!"
By then, everyone including the locals, and especially my companions were laughing. Me grinning, in the hopes that he will believe me. My brother and friend's eyes rolling, with a there-she-goes-again expressions on their faces. The group of young locals, shouting this time in disbelief!
And finally the kid said,
Nooooo!
You from crazy!
My friend and brother laughing harder this time, more meaningful too. Kinda like saying, serves you right!
I was laughing. A fake one.
I was hurt, people!
Ouch!
hahaha
I guess I'll forever be in denial.
:P
Read More of the Indochina trip here:
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Bloopers in Bangkok: Communicating with Cab Drivers
Penis!
Thailand Trip: Eat Project
Thailand Trip: Pray Project
Thailand Trip: Love Project
Suddenly It's Magic
Eat Pray Love Project
Cambodia
You From Crazy!
3-Hour Ride and the Pits of Hell
4 comments:
Wow! Interesting place indeed. I really enjoyed your travels. cool!
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Rachel: oh thank you so much dear! I'm really glad you enjoyed it. :) :)
'you from crazy' is absolutely brilliant. if i ever write a movie , i'm going to use that line
Ian: hahha :P
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