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Got a straw mat

Friday, 31. July 2009, 06:12:29

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I intended to buy a bamboo mat, the kind Asians in tropical and subtropical areas use for their beds, but could not take the trouble to go all the way to China Town, which I believe to be the only place where I may find it. I have tried, as an alternative, to get a bamboo carpet in a western chain store; but it was sold out. Though disappointed, I was not surprised; when I spotted it last month, it was on sale and looked every bit a delightful piece of craft.

As a temporary emergency measure, I got a straw beach mat of a good size. It should serve the same purpose of separating my body from a warm mattress. I have cleaned it with water and hung it to dry. I am looking forward to the moment of lying down on it. The heat is killing me, but not for another night.

(Note to all the tight-asses out there: the photo is for illustration purpose only; it is not my solid bed.)

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Comments

daxonmacs 31. July 2009, 06:32

That sounds like a good purchase. And for multiple use.

solid copper 31. July 2009, 07:16

Yes, real cheap, too.

daxonmacs 31. July 2009, 07:24

Let us know whether it served its main purpose or not. Others may benefit from that info as well. Wishing you cool nights.

solid copper 31. July 2009, 07:26

Will let you know, if you are friendly when I wake up.

daxonmacs 31. July 2009, 07:31

I would even make you fresh squeezed orange juice. :angel:

derWandersmann 31. July 2009, 13:18

It's actually very attractive. I hope it helps.

Shaunak 31. July 2009, 19:31

Plus, I believe Straw mats are much better for the ecology than the ones made from the hard-to-grow bamboo shoot.

daxonmacs 1. August 2009, 07:04

A subtle edit. :up:

solid copper 1. August 2009, 07:09

Now I have got to make a separate note to dW:
dW: you are not one of the tight-asses, although you might have thought that were my bed.

eagle4eyes 10. August 2009, 06:19

I have never tried that. Hope it helps to keep you cooler at night for a nice sleep. :smile:

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