Got some downer news from my mom last night. After 70 years on the throne, the beloved king of Thailand has died.
http://www.bangkokpost.com/learning/advanced/1109348/thailands-beloved-king-has-passed-awayI'm worried about the political infighting/succession battles/military coups that are likely to follow, especially if Thaksin tries to pull something (which I'd say is likely).
But more than that, I'm worried about all of my family there, especially the folks in Bangkok. To anyone here with family and friends in Thailand, my prayers go out to them as well.
