The participants embark on group claim-drafting exercises.

Here my groups are drafting claims directed to the invention known as Velcro. 

With my co-instructors, Tom and Patricia.

Bangkok is in many ways, quite futurisitic, extraordinarily vibrant with magnificent architecture.

Central World Mall across the street--the third largest in the world.

This is a rather famous Buddhist shrine at the corner of the opulent Erawan shopping mall

Filled with early morning runners, Lumpini Park reminded me of Central Park in NYC.

Many groups were practicing tai chi in Lumphini Park in the morning, infusing the park with a graceful flow and rhythm.

Quite a beautiful urban respite.

Based on a recommendation from a friend back-home, I made multiple visits to Rajawongse Clothier with Tom for a week-long custom-suit fitting process--what an experience! And the suits were a great fit!

Tom getting measured. Victor and Jesse Rajawongse have fitted many visiting US presidents and other dignitaries.

Giants guarded the gates of the Grand Palace.

A fantastic mural depiciting a famous Thai legend wrapped around the walls of the palace compound.

The depicted battles were quite remarkable.

Seeing the amorous couple tucked away in the corner (at left) amidst the fighting was an amusing surprise.

Inside the Palace grounds.

A close-up of the giant's attire.

Then a surprise deluge erupted from the sky.

The Emerald Buddha, wrapped in a gold cloak atop his pedestal.

Outside the rain-soaked Temple of the Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Kaew).

The Grand Palace (with a European-influenced architecture). I was surprised to learn that the King of Thailand was born in the same American hospital as my sons.

The enoromously expansive Chattuchak outdoor market with a local friend, Suwanna.