"Thailand" literally means "land of the free." There are several things that...(More)

"Thailand" literally means "land of the free." There are several things that distinguish it from the other nations of the world, but a few quickly come to the attention of the visitor. 1. It is the only country in its part of the world (and one of the very few in the world as a whole) that has never succumbed to colonization by a Western government. 2. It is one of the very few countries in the world that has openly opposed the New World Order. 3. Its monarch has a 100% approval rating. 4. Political oppression is regularly thwarted by military juntas. 5. Its police force serves the public interest rather than that of the national banks. 6. Even though Buddhism (regarded as a form of atheism by those who understand it) is the state religion, all forms of religion and religious expression are tolerated, respected and protected. Animism, Brahmanism, Islam and Christianity are all widely practiced without any resistance whatsoever. 7. It is an open society, unlike Western societies. Most criminal activities which do not harm people, such as gambling and prostitution, are tolerated and even integrated into the culture. 8. Homosexuality and transexuality are not only tolerated, but openly embraced. For reasons such as these Thailand lives up to its name. Foreigners are welcomed as tourists or long-term residents. A tenth of the population has immigrated from China, while living within its borders are hundreds of thousands of refugees from every country that borders it, as well as others. Pictured in this video are Khmer, Karen, Shan, Lao and Malay refugees. This video is a tribute to Thailand--its beautiful people, land, and culture. Images from Google and thaiworldview.com. Spiritual songs created for healing, relaxing and meditation. Composer: Chamras Saewataporn Album: Morning Tracks 10 and 11: Cloud, Care The celestial artist that paints the blue canopy Drifting along with the breeze Each unique in its own way Incessant attempts for yet another distinct piece Dear friends, gaze up at the sky And emulate the celestial diligence Those white puffs could be the guide That leads you to your very own achievements Though invisible to the eyes But palpable in the heart Emotions are unsettling Each time we have to part Bodies apart, souls side by side Someone awaits your return each and every night(Less)