My most memorable times have been spent in LOS last year - I learned a smile goes a long way and a little patience can make the clouds go away. I am wishing and praying (prayed for the first time in 30 years) that a speedy recovery comes to LOS. My New Years resolutions are to - cry a little harder - always be forgiving - smile when it hurts the most.
My thoughts are in Thailand - wishing all the best.