So, I've noticed two 'opportunities' since I've been here in Thailand. They are very different, but both have their charms. I've added a Poll to my site, so you can vote on which one you think I am more suited for, after you read about them.
First up is "Monk for a Month". In 30 short days, I can be ordained as a Novice Monk. I could actually do it sooner (in 7 days), but why not go 'all in'? If you check out the link, you can see all the benefits that I would enjoy, along with the costs of enjoying them. I'd have to give up a lot, though. Listed here are the 10 precepts required of a Novice:
1. Refrain from killing living things
2. Refrain from stealing
3. Refrain from sexual misconduct
4. Refrain from lying and gossiping
5. Refrain from taking intoxicants (drugs, alcohol)
6. Refrain from taking food at inappropriate times (after noon)
7. Refrain from singing, dancing, playing music or attending performances
8. Refrain from wearing perfume, cosmetics and decorative accessories
9. Refrain from sitting on high chairs and sleeping on luxurious, soft beds
10. Refrain from accepting money
It might be tough giving up drinking, singing, soft beds, money and sexual misconduct. But think of the benefits! Orange robes, shaved heads, being amongst lots of other men (oh wait, that's #3).
The second choice is becoming an Island Caretaker for an island in the Great Barrier Reef, off the coast of Northern Australia. This is a tourism promotion from the Queensland Tourism Board, called "the Best Job in the World". Basically, I'd get to sit on a beautiful island for 6 months, and get paid heaps of money for very little work. I would have to write a blog once a week (I think I can do that, clearly), shoot some video footage, take a bunch of photos for the blog, and wander around the island every day. Oh - and snorkeling in the Reef every day, too.
This second one sounds a lot like a reality TV show, but even if it is, it'd be worth while. Plus, if I apply and win, I'd get to bring a friend. Please start your applications now. Just in case.
So? Place your vote.
1 comment:
Opportunity one sounds like the best choice for many reasons
Firstly, you are sure to get the job. You may have to sacrifice a bit but you will learn new skills and the obvious insights into your soul.
“I was once a Monk” is a great pick up line, giving the impression of inner strength and social commitment; poor is the new black. Plus, who doesn’t want to “do” a monk? The curiosity of your mystic knowledge and the bragging rights (Oh yeah, I use to sleep with this monk…) would put you on top of the “do-able” list.
Opportunity two is soooo last year, again, poor is the new black.
There are a billion people applying for the job. The job would last six months. Six months of tourists, passengers and Australians, re-read your blog from January 9. The job may help your sex life for a short time but then you’d quickly become “That guy that had that job…”
No one expects you to stay a monk; it’s kind of like being an astronaut. The coolness never goes away
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