100 Days

Nuch's father's cremation has been set for April 29th - almost 5 months after his passing. The reason for the long wait is the availability of Princess Prathep who will preside over the ceremony, as is tradition for Thai National Artists.

In the meantime, his body is kept at the local temple.

Every 50 days, it's required to make merit where donations are made, and 10 monks chant a prayer to ensure his spirit remains at peace while he awaits the final stage of his funeral.

This past weekend was the marking of 100 days. Here's Nuch's mother paying her respect before the ceremony starts.


Nuch's brother, Pat, and the Thai equivalent of the funeral home director lighting candles to start the ceremony.


Pat and two of Nuch's cousins making donations.

The ceremony is pleasant and peaceful, as everyone comes together to share in K. Manit's memory and wishes him a safe journey on to his next destination.

These four Buddha fans (not sure what else to call them) remind us of the ultimate truth. There is - No Return, No Awakening, No Recovery, No Escape - from death...

but the Buddha has a loophole called "Chat Na". Otherwise known as the next life or reincarnation.