Then he should be lokking happy since worthy duties become available ?! Otherwise what's a difference between funeral and wedding parties, if everybody appeared to be sad ?!
I see I never got around to titling and explaining these photos. This boy is from my wife's village (in lace and shaved head). It is celebration of him becoming monk. All Thai men do this (maybe only for a few months). Signifies becoming a man. After that you can get married and your other worldly duties.
And don't worry Eldar, there was plenty home made whisky and beer, etc. Always plenty to drink in Thailand (for those who are so inclined.
