A note on the political situation in Thailand

Thailand, as you may know is in the midst of a political upheaval. We have the pro government (red shirts) and the yellow shirts (pro change who want the Prime Minister out). Does it affect me? Yes and I prudently don't want to take sides. Already tourism is affected. Flights have been cancelled. Bangkok is quiet without tourists. Where I am now in Pattaya I can see little difference. I hope it stays that way. Bangkok is unavoidable as I must go there for my flight to Vietnam on February 26th and again towards the end of March. I include a photo of various yellow shirt items ....