Sue’s latest Word a Week’ challenge is ‘Recline’. When I see or hear that word, I immediately think of our visit to the ‘Wat Phra Chettuphon Wimon Mangklaram Ratchaworamahawihan’ temple in Bangkok. (Try saying that without your teeth in.) Better known as ‘Wat Pho’, this temple is home to the ‘Reclining Buddha’. It’s the largest Buddha in Thailand at 46 x 15 metres, and is covered from head to toe in gold leaf. The eyes and the soles of its feet are inlaid with mother-of-pearl. The statue barely fits into the space provided, so I had to ‘chop off’ his feet to get the pic. I also cropped it to get rid of all the tourists crowding around him.
Today, we fly off to New Jersey to visit our family there. Little Max, the youngest member, likes to do a bit of reclining himself. Our son sent us this selfie at the weekend.
I may be a bit scarce for a few days, so please just talk amongst yourselves until I return, and do have a great weekend. 🙂
To see more entries to Sue’s challenge, click here.
I see you posted this back on the 23rd. So- you’re probably back home by now. Hope you had a great time visiting your fam in NJ.
Yes we did. It was an awesome visit. 🙂
Your golden boys over the blingy Buddha any day! 🙂
Thanks, Madhu. I have to agree with you. 🙂
Wonderful photo of father and son … Little Max is good comfort. Enjoy your days in NYC!!!! Not hard, I know.
Thanks, Viveka. Yes, little Max is such a sweetheart, and loves his dad to bits. 🙂
Looks like he had lots of fun indeed. That is a great selfie Sylvia. They are both so handsome. Great ‘recline’ entry hon. 😀
So adorable. Not Buddha, but your kiddos. Buddha looks comfortably rich. How does he live with himself having that much gold painted all over his body? So much for humility. 🙂
Thanks, Marsha. Yes, I have to agree with you, on both counts. 🙂
I saw the Reclining Buddha when I was in Bangkok. What an impressive statue! That was an amazing holiday and you’ve brought to mind some wonderful memories. Thank you. 🙂
Thanks, John. Glad you enjoyed seeing Mr Buddha again. 🙂
I’m impressed you were able to get so much of the Reclining Buddha in one photo. Well done.
Thanks so much. 🙂
I wish you a nice weekend
Thanks, Marko. It was really great. 🙂
I was in awe the first time I saw the reclining Buddha in Bangkok – it is massive!! And what a cute picture of little Max – he looks adorable!!
Thanks so much. Constance. Max is a real cutie-pie. 🙂
Max looks like he’s gathering some energy while in that relaxing stage. Don’t we all want to sleep that solid????
Have Fun, Sylvia. We won’t talk about you while your gone. 😃😃😃
Thanks, Issy. I’ll be back soon. 🙂
Have a wonderful time with our family. I like your “recline”. Terrific selfie of your son and grandson. I appreciate your visits, likes and comments on my blog, Sylvia.
xxoo ( I graduated from Morristown NJ High School years ago)
Thanks so much, Ruth. I do enjoy your pics. 🙂 My son lives in Montclair.
Great shot for reclining. Enjoy your family time Sylvia.
Thanks so much, Pauline. 🙂
I’ve seen this reclining statue too, but I don’t think I took a picture of it – you have reminded me that I must look through my photo albums (pre digital) and see what I can find!
Thanks, Elaine. Enjoy looking for old memories. 🙂
Enjoy your travels and family time!
Thanks, Lisa. Having a great time. 🙂
Enjoy your trip, Sylvia. Make sure you recline for a while as well after all your travels 😉
Thanks, Dianne. Not much reclining going on here, with three small grandchildren all clamouring for attention. 🙂
Have FUN!
Thanks, Nancy. I certainly am doing. 🙂
I was there to a few years ago.Very nice souvenirs for me.
Thanks, Marylou. yes, it’s a great place to visit. 🙂
A golden photo! have a great trip now, Sylvia! I’ll be heading for Rome.
Thanks so much. Safe travels. 🙂
Enjoy the trip and the visit. We’ll be here when you’re done. 😀
Thanks, Gunta. 🙂
ohhh, i love dad and max picture! so precious! 🙂 buddah has a lot of gold 🙂
have a wonderful time in NJ 🙂
Thanks, Lola. 🙂
Dad and Max – too cute!!
Enjoy the visit Ad 🙂
Thanks, 68. Having a fun time. 🙂
Max doesn’t look that little anymore! It’s amazing how quickly he’s grown up
He’ll be 4 in February, but is quite tall for his age. He’s such a character. 🙂
Wow, that Buddha is massive, must be worth an absolute fortune! Love the photo of your ‘boys’. Have a wonderful time Sylvia, see you when you get back 🙂 xx
Thanks so much, Sherri. We’re having a great time. 🙂
Grandson has a more comfortable way to recline! Have fun with the family and I guess C needs a break from the renovation project 😉
Yes, he’s like his dad; could sleep on a clothes line. 😀 It does make a nice break from house renovations.
I’ve seen this one Sylvia – and you are right, it is impossible to photograph the entire statue. And very dark inside too. I think you have done extremely well with this. Have fun with the family 🙂
Thanks so much, Jude. 🙂
A lot of gold and a lot of love in your post! Very sweet. 🙂
Thanks so much. Elisa. 🙂
Stunning!
Thanks, Cindy. 🙂
Have a great trip. This is some serious reclining. 🙂
Thanks, Sue. 🙂
Thanks – have a lovely weekend, too! PS. not the kind of statue you want in a small backyard, now is it?
Thanks, Marco. No, you wouldn’t have room for your tortoise. 🙂
I think my backyard can cope with both – would have been more space if I didn’t add that garage extension.
The logistics of getting the monument in there..wow :O
Exactly. I also wondered how they managed that. Maybe they built the place around it. 😕
THAT is very likely the case, All by hand though :O