A New Home

Frantically dodging taxis, tuk tuks, etc., one of my new friends took me on motor bike through Chiang Mai about 20 minutes on other side of Old City to see a possible rental near Chiang Mai University.  Ah-h good, I thought, off main street as where I've been staying is like sleeping in the middle of busy turnpike -- trucks, motorcycles, cars all night long -- no wonder they gave me ear plugs.  Anyway, 7-11 on corner which is good for renewing phone minutes and getting snacks -- and what a surprise.  Tucked away on tree lined lot was a small 2 story white-washed town house with a small front yard -- a simple, albeit older, pleasant home.  Already furnished at least what will be good start, the manager told me he will bring in new beds, clean everything, fix anything that needs to be done and I can move in later this week.  Not traditional kitchen, although good basics -- fridge  concrete countertops, microwave, etc.; has traditional Thai kitchen where burner stove is on back porch so food smells don't stay in home and a little place for a 2nd table and chairs -- not too bad.  2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms -- plenty room for guests.  My son may stay for a few months till he determines where he will work or live ultimately, so this would be comfortable.  If you have cash and passport, the apartment can be yours -- no intense scrutiny, background checks, fingerprints required.  Bargain price and I think I'll take it for 6 months.  Well, that wasn't so hard now was it?  Lol!