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Registrace 10. 10. 2013
Retired in Thailand and enjoying life as intended with my family. Life is too short!
Join us as we trek around the country, enjoying the many sights and sounds (did I mention food!).
TikTok: @thegreatlifereset
Join us as we trek around the country, enjoying the many sights and sounds (did I mention food!).
TikTok: @thegreatlifereset
Wat Sao Hin - Rare All White Temple in Phitsanulok Thailand
Hello Amazing Viewer!
In this adventure, I take my Yamaha PG-1 on a ride to a temple, Wat Sao Hin, less than 10 minutes from home in Phitsanulok, Thailand. And what a treat it was! This temple is all white and is a rarity in Thailand. To top it off, the temple is adorned with an army of standing Buddha statues. There are just so many of them!
I did find a Facebook page for the temple, however, I could not extract much information from the page regarding the temple’s history. There is one part of the temple that looks to be quite old, based upon the construction materials used.
I hope you enjoy this special video. Please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE! It means the world to me and helps my fledgling channel.
And remember, Life is too short, so Enjoy every Moment of it, even if it means enjoying a nice motorbike ride to a local temple.
Brian…
P.S. The picture at the end of the video was taken from my home in Phitsanulok, Thailand of another amazing sunset.
Chapters Index
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0:00 - Introduction
0:50 - Motorbike Ride To Temple
1:26 - C0ck Bridge
5:40 - Welcome To The Temple
6:05 - Million Buddha Statues
7:15 - White Ubosot
11:29 - Cut Through Field
11:57 - White Pagoda
13:43 - Secret Chamber
17:13 - White Crematory
20:52 - Giant White Buddhas
24:04 - Ancient Obelisk?
25:33 - How Did They Make All The Statues?
27:55 - Thanks For Watching
In this adventure, I take my Yamaha PG-1 on a ride to a temple, Wat Sao Hin, less than 10 minutes from home in Phitsanulok, Thailand. And what a treat it was! This temple is all white and is a rarity in Thailand. To top it off, the temple is adorned with an army of standing Buddha statues. There are just so many of them!
I did find a Facebook page for the temple, however, I could not extract much information from the page regarding the temple’s history. There is one part of the temple that looks to be quite old, based upon the construction materials used.
I hope you enjoy this special video. Please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE! It means the world to me and helps my fledgling channel.
And remember, Life is too short, so Enjoy every Moment of it, even if it means enjoying a nice motorbike ride to a local temple.
Brian…
P.S. The picture at the end of the video was taken from my home in Phitsanulok, Thailand of another amazing sunset.
Chapters Index
=============
0:00 - Introduction
0:50 - Motorbike Ride To Temple
1:26 - C0ck Bridge
5:40 - Welcome To The Temple
6:05 - Million Buddha Statues
7:15 - White Ubosot
11:29 - Cut Through Field
11:57 - White Pagoda
13:43 - Secret Chamber
17:13 - White Crematory
20:52 - Giant White Buddhas
24:04 - Ancient Obelisk?
25:33 - How Did They Make All The Statues?
27:55 - Thanks For Watching
zhlédnutí: 36
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Driving In Thailand? Things To Be Aware Of
zhlédnutí 58Před dnem
Hello Amazing Viewer! My family and I have been living in Thailand for almost 2 years now. I have been driving for about the same amount of time. Although I absolutely LOVE the country, there are some things I HATE about driving here. And don’t get me wrong, driving in California had its issues too. In this video, I discuss the Top 5 Things I Hate About Driving In Thailand. I share these issues...
TOTAL Weed Trimmer & Blower To The Rescue?
zhlédnutí 319Před 14 dny
Hello Amazing Viewer! I know in my Bosch push mower video (czcams.com/video/NBjgItzgF4w/video.html) I said I would not buy one, but I gave in. I purchased the TOTAL Weed Trimmer and Blower Combo (model TOSL123024) to help tame my fast growing grass here in Phitsanulok, Thailand. As stated in the previous video, two things that the Bosch mower failed at were not being able to cut close to object...
Wat Tan Suwan - Modern Temple With So Much Detail!
zhlédnutí 41Před 21 dnem
Hello Amazing Viewer! Welcome to another exciting adventure here in Thailand! In this video, my wife and I visit Wat Tan Suwan, located in the Don Thong subdistrict of the Mueang Phitsanulok District, Phitsanulok province. This is yet another example of a modern temple flexing its creative side. There is just SO much detail. I have to admit, I could not find much information on the internet abo...
Goodbye Thailand - Bestie Flies Home
zhlédnutí 115Před 21 dnem
Hello Amazing Viewer! The week of fun with the Bestie from the Westie has come to a close. In this video, we are headed to the Phitsanulok airport (PHS) where we will connect with my daughter’s friend’s parents for their flight back home. It was great spending time with their family, showing them the sights that Thailand has to offer. And we just barely scratched the surface of things to do her...
Wat Pha Sorn Kaew - Modern Temple Beaty
zhlédnutí 65Před 28 dny
Hello Amazing Viewer! We took our friends from the US to visit Wat Phra That Pha Sorn Kaew, in the mountains of Khao Kho, Phetchabun province. This has to be one of my most favorite, modern temples so far in Thailand. Most of the buildings there are dedicated to the late King of Thailand, His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej the Great. I won’t spoil the contents of the video, but it is a great p...
Sukhothai - Rise And Fall Of Thailand's First Kingdom
zhlédnutí 98Před měsícem
Hello Amazing Viewer! Welcome to another exciting adventure here in amazing Thailand. In this episode, we take our friends from the US to visit the ancient city of Sukhothai. We are lucky to have this former capital and kingdom of Thailand only 1.5 hours drive from our home in Phitsanulok. Without completely spoiling the contents of the entire video, I will say that Sokhothai is a very importan...
Good Times At Bueng Si Fai, Phichit, Thailand
zhlédnutí 117Před měsícem
Hello Amazing Viewer! We took our friends from the US to visit Bueng Si Fai. It is a park, lake, and recreational area on the outskirts of the City of Phichit, Thailand. It is a great place to relax and enjoy the outdoors. They also have an aquarium, an area for crocodiles, paddle boat rental, an amazing BMX track, fish breeding in the lake, and host other special events, hence the live music. ...
Another Ancient Temple In Thailand
zhlédnutí 63Před měsícem
Hello Amazing Viewer! My family took our friends from the US to Wat Pho Prathap Chang, located in the Phichit Province. Completed in 1701, this temple is 323 years old! It was constructed to honor King Suea, also known as the Tiger King, to commemorate the site of his birthplace. Surrounded by ancient trees and a one meter thick perimeter wall, this temple is a piece of Thailand’s rich heritage...
Internet Besties Meet IN PERSON First Time Ever in Northern Thailand!
zhlédnutí 116Před 2 měsíci
Hello, Amazing Viewer! My daughter's best friend flew ALL THE WAY from the east coast of the USA to meet for the FIRST TIME EVER! After 2 years, maybe more, of chatting and gaming (Roblox, Minecraft, OVERWATCH!!!) together on the internet, a date was finally set and the greatest meet up in history went down! Accompanied by her parents (and now our friends too), this began a wonderful adventure ...
Preparing Land In Northern Thailand For A Future Home
zhlédnutí 124Před 2 měsíci
Hello, Amazing Viewer! My wife called around and found a company to raise the elevation of our land in Thailand. At first, we were going to add enough dirt to make it 1 meter taller. In the end, we had them haul enough dirt to raise it by 1.47 meters, which is just under 10 feet. Why? If we don't, anything we build on the land will be inundated when the farmers flood the neighboring rice fields...
Thailand's Rainy Season Is Here!
zhlédnutí 107Před 2 měsíci
Hello, Amazing Viewer! The Thailand Monsoon Season has just arrived. It is actually my most favorite time of the year as I am a HUGE fan of stormy weather with lightning, thunder, and amazing clouds! Nothing like taking a picture of a temple with beautiful, contrasting storm clouds in the background. Don't let the rainy season discourage you from coming to visit Thailand. Storms do not last ver...
Their First Time At A Thai Temple
zhlédnutí 86Před 2 měsíci
Hello, Amazing Viewer! For a special Buddhist holiday, my wife and I took the children, I mean puppies, to the temple! Overall, they did great, even with the loud PA systems blasting commentary and music. We did have one small incident with Pancake, but it was understandable. We are getting Uni and Pancake used to the outside world and travel by car and motorbike. This trip was a real treat sin...
Last 20 Years Thailand Has Changed
zhlédnutí 271Před 3 měsíci
Hello, Amazing Viewer! Thailand has changed over the last 20 years. I don't expect it to not change, but in this video, I list the Top 5 Changes I have observed during this time period. Most changes are good, some not so. As stated in the video, I don't mean to offend anyone with my comments, however, these are things I have noticed myself. Also, I would like to know what things you have seen c...
Manual Push Mower and Overgrown Grass in Thailand - Bosch AHM 38 G To The Rescue?
zhlédnutí 1,4KPřed 3 měsíci
Hello, Amazing Viewer! Our garden/yard is being overrun by a grass and weeds invasion! Desperate to cut it down, I purchased a Bosch AHM 38 G push mower. It is my first mower of this type. Will it be able to tame the land? In this video I unbox, assemble, and use the push mower. Is this the right mower for you? Hopefully this video will help you decide if you should purchase one too. I hope you...
Pros And Cons Of Surviving A Heatwave In Thailand - Bonus Garden/Yard Tour
zhlédnutí 418Před 3 měsíci
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zhlédnutí 234Před 3 měsíci
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Temple Is OLDER Than The UNITED STATES! Wat Khao Rup Chang
zhlédnutí 162Před 4 měsíci
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zhlédnutí 85Před 4 měsíci
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zhlédnutí 85Před 4 měsíci
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zhlédnutí 171Před 4 měsíci
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Breathtaking Architecture - Wat Chan Tawan Tok
zhlédnutí 133Před 5 měsíci
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6:28 looks like they left enough space for motorbikes to enter right here is what Amii would say. I still drive sometime like Im in the states until she from behind starts pointing and yelling LOL
I had thought about sneaking about the gate, but a little voice inside said not to. Yeah, I miss a lot of things as I drive since I get so hyper focused on traffic and less on the scenery.
Wow you live in a nice area!!! only 1 shack and a bunch of nice houses near you.
Thanks! We are just on the outskirts of the city so less rural and more urban. We suspect most of the farmland will be gobbled up by home builders in the not so distant future. I kind of just want to buy land to preserve the greenery.
So you're suggesting flying saucers are related to storms? j/k
Have you seen the movie "Nope"? I rest my case. 🤣
Interesting temple! Looked like buddhas were identical. At first I thought ones with plaques had bowls but then saw bowls with no signage. Bird lamp posts were cool too. So close to home!
It certainly looks like the statues are all the same. I wonder if it is too late to adopt a statue and get your name on it? This is suuuuper close to home. There is another temple way down the road I should try one day. Probably 30 minutes away. Ride was enjoyable.
Trying something new with the helmet microphone. I hope it works out for you.
Hi...i like ur motor bike, no doubt its not only good for travelling but also economical. Motor bike is my favourite conveyance. Field behind u are very beautiful . its same as in my country, my area . you must be enjoying this country.
Thanks! We are lucky to live in this area. We have the city not too far away and the greenery of the rice fields and farmland. Coming from California where everything is brown since it is a desert state, I love the green of Thailand! It looks like your country and Thailand are similar.
She’s yelling at them in English. Shit I revert to Spanish when I get really angry. 😂😂😂 more than a few time Amii like what you saying.
That is funny! My wife has even rolled the window down to tell people to stop, again in English. She has been in America for a while, so interesting to see her revert to English vs Thai.
😆 😆 you got an SUV 😅. We never take our car unless it raining. And even then has to be hard. Very very American of you. 😂
Yes, we are attached by the hip to our vehicle. Keep in mind, we have many people to haul around, more than what a motorbike can haul, or should haul. When we shop for food, the back is filled with goodies, so much we cannot take this by motorbike.
@@thegreatlifereset Should hual is key here 😉 Always be safe.
You sound very American. You need to step up them driving skill to SE Asia lvl 😂😂😂
Although there are some things I do not like, I drive well over here. You just have to throw your western skills out the window and adapt to the way things are done here. I have always said to people that driving here is like a dance. If an opposite driver slides over into your lane, you slide into the shoulder to avoid them. No road rage, no stopping in your lane to stand your ground, no honking or flashing lights, just dance with them. My neighbor, to me, seems intimidated driving here, and I think it is because he has not figured out the dance part. When in Rome, do as the Romans do and just go with the flow, as I said in this video.
Second thought...can you mount a low profile cow catcher to the front of your rig?
They can build anything here. That would take care of the dogs, leaves, kittens, and monitor lizards 🦎. Maybe a motorbike or two. Could you imagine being a cow on the tracks being hit by a catcher? Wow!
Bro, you're going to have an aneurysm when they open that retirement bingo center by your home.
Hah hah hah 🤣 And they DO play BINGO over here too. Seen it at the temple festivals. My new slogan: Just Vote NO To BINGO. I will start the petition now.
Do I hear 'defensive driving'? There are people in the U.S.A. who still haven't figured out round abouts. You forgot to mention monitor lizards in the road too. I recall closing my eyes as a passenger in a vehicle in Thailand. You're brave to be a driver!
A LOT of defensive driving. Actually, for every driver here, I rarely see the offensive type, although I know it exists, probably in the Bangkok areas. Yes, after I made the video, I thought about the monitor lizards too. There are a lot of them in this area. We see one at least every week, big and small. I have had to come to a complete stop, put on my hazard lights, and wait for the sucker to cross the road.
Drive like Mad Max 😂
Hah hah hah. Luckily things are a lot more civilized here. I should do a Top 5 for driving in the US. Top of list would be road rage people.
Hi .....brian its nice to be the first to watch ur this video❤❤❤
Yes, you are the first! Thank you!!!
A follow-up video (czcams.com/video/hIc6K25g4Gg/video.html) to this one is where I purchase, unbox, and test a battery powered weed trimmer. I also cover all three issues I face when using the push mower where the trimmer is the solution to all problems. Enjoy!
I feel like you could get a grounds keeps for very inexpensive. I’m not going out there to do work.
Very true, but I get personal satisfaction seeing it done, plus it is exercise, and this old man needs a ton of that. Also, my eldest son joined me today to take over the push mower. He did half and I did the other. Have fun in Pattaya! No video tonight, I'm tired from mowing...hah hah hah 555
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You channel is nice, teaching people how to farm. We have fruit trees, too, but they are too small now. In fact, we just bought 2 guava trees that we will plant in the evening.
I left a similar comment in the description, but what does it say about living in Thailand if my biggest problem is dealing with overgrown grass...hmmmm
I scythe the tall grass and weeds first and rake and bag. then I weed trim it and rake and bag if it is too tall, then I use the reel and trimmer once every six days. its quiet and no gas and only needs maintenance about one a year on a small yard. I like a reel as I can mow when the neighbors are asleep as it is quiet and works well once you can scythe and trim and rake and mow often.
I have to mow more often, like every 3 days. With the monsoon rains, the grass grows really fast here! I like the idea of the scythe. I have not seen one for sale here in Thailand, but I am sure someone could build one for me. I wish I could mow at night. My push power is kind of noisy. It works well, but it was rather cheap. Also, the mosquitoes come out to play at night. When it hits dusk, that is when I have to stop cutting and run for safety. Thanks for your comment!
My latest video is a sort of part 2 to the grass cutting woes. I gave in and got myself a battery-powered weed trimmer. I hope you like it! I do wish it was a scythe like you have.
I feel both tools worked just fine! I'm due for my mowing cycle too. Thanks for the motivation! ❤
I agree! And they are light enough, after having carried them for sometime, it does not wear you down. Glad I inspired you to cut your own grass! That was an added bonus!
The Internet wants to know if you can propel yourself with that leaf blower while riding a skateboard.
I did bring my skateboard and longboard with me to Thailand. I will have to find the box they are in and do an experiment...hah hah hah
How much do you charge for yard work? I could use your yard skills in my yard! 😂
Hah hah hah! It is kind of a long drive for me. 😀 It was really hot that day too. Luckily, I did not get burned by the sun.
Darn, I missed it during recording and editing, but somehow, the beep of the AC unit made it in the audio around 3:26. Arrrggghhhh. Funny because the remote control is stored in a holder on the wall. How did it beep???
Another wonderful video of Thailand's temples.
Thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed it!
Beautiful wat and close to home! I'm wondering if an architectural trend is taking place between ancient & modern temples. Your perspective on global religious sites being targets is true. Shame on humankind. 😢
I'm not sure. I do know the modern temples push the boundaries of engineering. Yes, temples may be a casualty of war, which is sad, as history is sometimes erased.
I love jumping on the bike in early in mornings and riding outside of town and finding all the small temples each with they own unique look.
I agree. There is another temple down the road, less than 10 minutes by motorbike, that I will have to visit. Now, of only the rain would stop...
The communist are still destroying places of worship.
Yeah, it is pretty sad.
Energy Recovery Ventilator!!!
We are solar ray collectors!
Need 5 months to make the money back?
I wish. It will be more like 7 years. Panels are dirty now so not producing as much as brand new. I need a long ladder to reach up to them, like 30 feet up.
Dang you could have drove them to BBK and gave them a few more hours 🤣🤣🤣
Hah hah hah, that's funny. You are right. Call me evil Dad. Hah hah hah 🤣
Very poignant 😢. David said 'see you next year'!
Yep, and I said our home is open for their return. I mean it too! Good people.
A very sweet video of the two girls, which are now friends forever.
Thanks! Definitely sweet. I have watched it many times myself. Friends for life for sure.
Oops! DaviS not DaviD! Sorry!
Modern? Definitely! Must really sparkle in full sunlight. High elevation as well. Loved the ending with fellowship and laughter. Well done! ❤
Speaking of sparkling, they have these crystal balls placed all over the place, some big, some small. Cool to peer into them to the the altered reality. Those crystal balls sparkle big time.
Your voice really suits this type of video. I’m going make you do some VOs for me. 😆 at some point in school I’ve gotta make a few mini documentaries
Thanks for the compliment! Sure, I can help you with a VO. Although, what you hear has a lot of editing. The raw recording has me dropping f-bombs out of frustration not being able to read a line of text properly. Hah hah hah 🤣
I’m so jealous. You took them everywhere 😆 😅. We are coming soon!!!
We are waiting for your arrival!
So sweet!!! Can't wait to see the adventures begin.
It was pretty cool seeing them meet for the first time. The week went by fast, but they had some awesome adventures together with family.
Today you see compromised stone but in the past I wonder if the surfaces were painted or colored with chalks.
From what I have seen inside the temples and other temples in a 100 km radius from Sukhothai, they indeed did plaster the outside and inside of the structures. Many of them would paint the outside too. Although I did not take a super close look, I saw the plaster, but no evidence of paint. I will have to revisit the site for a deeper inspection.
8:55 I don't condone making people soft. If its to hot do come or go LOL
Replied earlier, but some reason it does not show up. 🤣🤣🤣 You know, the new generation expects AC in their golf cart.
What I like about these old cities is to see how design has changed over the centuries.
Absolutely! In fact, from what I read, the older Khmer style temples towards the middle of the video were actually remnants from when the area was under the control of the Khmer Empire. Rather than tearing them down, the Thai people kept them.
Your voice really suites this style of video. You should think about doing more like this sharing history and culture. Id do the video a little different of you want go that way. But Id be more than willing to help and teach. Think British documentary
Thanks! Like most people, I dislike hearing my own voice, but it is getting better over time. I do like to teach. Sort of runs in my blood. This is something for me to consider. I would like to hear your thoughts on how to improve the videography portion.
Historical information was incredible! I can imagine how magnificent the temple grounds were when first built. Today's ruins themselves bring into perspective a sense of awe and historical importance of Thailand's inception. Great video!
Thank you so much! I tried my best to fill it with factual information. I just hope my sources are accurate.
Excellent experience on its history!
Thanks! I am happy you enjoyed it! I had fun putting this one together.
You should have asked your wife to pronounce those names for you 🤣🤣🤣🤣 but good try
If I don't mispronounce the words, how else are farrang going to understand me? Hah hah hah 🤣
OMG Ive got so much work to do. We just came back home from being on the road for the last 3 weeks.
I look forward to any content you have from those 3 weeks. I too am backed up. I have like 5 videos in the pipeline that need editing and release. Hospital visit delayed production.
Will we get our own personal tour guide when we come?
Absolutely!!!
What a nice area! The large grass section was perfect for relaxation. Your family & your visitors were building precious memories. 😊
I agree! And even though there was a storm, the weather also made it memorable...as I remember that storm! The storm kicked up a huge dust cloud. I just wish I had that on video.
Amazing video!
Thanks! I believe we took you there once. If we didn't, we should have!
the cloud ceiling was impressive by itself!
@@user-em5dd8gh8xAgreed! While the group ate, I was fixated on the storm clouds. I wish I had captured the wind. It was crazy!
Good job Brian. Did not know that was in Pichit close to where my wife was from.
Thanks!! Nor did I! It was in our backyard the whole time. I stumbled upon it via Google search for temples in the area.
Your narrative story was very informative and entertaining! 👍
Thank you so much!!!