The seasons in Issan revolve around the planting and harvesting of rice.  Rice plants are grown in nursery areas, then the women take a bunch and plant out individual seedlings.  This looks backbreaking work but Waree actually enjoys it, working with the other women and chatting together.  by Jeremy Holton  http://www.jeremyholton.com http://thailand-painting-holidays.com Visit our art and photography guest house in NE Thailand https://plus.google.com/u/0/104359568476968412848?rel=author