Cigarette Burn Posted November 17, 2006 Share Posted November 17, 2006 A member of this forum named 'fourbaht' is using an avator that i find extremely ofensive, I am English and proud of the queen of my country, i think it is unaceptable that this avator should be allowed on a website that is dedicated to a country that treats Royalty with such high respect. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dan Sai Kid Posted November 17, 2006 Share Posted November 17, 2006 A member of this forum named 'fourbaht' is using an avator that i find extremely ofensive, I am English and proud of the queen of my country, i think it is unaceptable that this avator should be allowed on a website that is dedicated to a country that treats Royalty with such high respect. Do you have a link to it? I want to see if I find it offensive. I can't remember seeing any avatars that are offensive to her maj. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lamphun Posted November 17, 2006 Share Posted November 17, 2006 (edited) Please post a link as I may want to copy and use on other forums. Forget that I found it... Edited November 17, 2006 by lamphun Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wolfie Posted November 17, 2006 Share Posted November 17, 2006 its not difficult gentlemen... theres a handy little thing called 'Search' or if your feeling really sharp, try the 'Members' list http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/index.php?showuser=13974 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Axel Posted November 17, 2006 Share Posted November 17, 2006 http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/index.php?showuser=13974 Yes, I found it and cannot find anything offensive. A cute little monkey with a necklace and a crown. Where's the problem? Perhaps misuse of the flag, but than when you arrive at Heathrowthese days... no, sorry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dan Sai Kid Posted November 17, 2006 Share Posted November 17, 2006 Thanks Wolfie! I could have done that but my way was easier!! Can't see what the fuss is about? I find the OP offensive because people might think all UK people are as anally retentive as him/her! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lamphun Posted November 17, 2006 Share Posted November 17, 2006 (edited) I think it's the cover that PG Tips used to use on a brand of tea. Remember the chimps drinking tea. Can I enquire as to the age of the young girl in Cigarette Burn's avatar ? Edited November 17, 2006 by lamphun Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wolfie Posted November 17, 2006 Share Posted November 17, 2006 Agreed, i dont find it offensive in the slightest... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helicoptor Posted November 17, 2006 Share Posted November 17, 2006 I think it's the cover that PG Tips used to use on a brand of tea. Remember the chimps drinking tea.Can I enquire as to the age of the young girl in Cigarette Burn's avatar ? Good Point Lamphun...well? OP ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lamphun Posted November 17, 2006 Share Posted November 17, 2006 I think it's the cover that PG Tips used to use on a brand of tea. Remember the chimps drinking tea. Can I enquire as to the age of the young girl in Cigarette Burn's avatar ? Good Point Lamphun...well? OP ? Troublemaker Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
percy2 Posted November 17, 2006 Share Posted November 17, 2006 I think what the OP is getting at is that if you replaced the Union flag with that of the Thai flag , the member would be banned immediately. Cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhilHarries Posted November 17, 2006 Share Posted November 17, 2006 That raises an interesting point. What if someone chooses to have an avatar depicting Allah shagging a camel, the Pope bashing the bishop or a bunch of ragheads p1ssing over the israeli flag. OK, you'd probably ban these as being offensive but where is the line? This avator doesn't bother me I'm British but not English she's an English queen, and a German one at that, but I can see some people getting p1ssed off about it. On the other hand this is supposed to be a light hearted forum, most of the time, and a little bit of lively repartee brightens the day. Oh well, as they say "Up 2 U". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cigarette Burn Posted November 17, 2006 Author Share Posted November 17, 2006 I think it's the cover that PG Tips used to use on a brand of tea. Remember the chimps drinking tea.Can I enquire as to the age of the young girl in Cigarette Burn's avatar ? 23 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cigarette Burn Posted November 17, 2006 Author Share Posted November 17, 2006 I think what the OP is getting at is that if you replaced the Union flag with that of the Thai flag , the member would be banned immediately.Cheers Thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
percy2 Posted November 17, 2006 Share Posted November 17, 2006 I'm English and I don't find it offensive, some people obviously do. I guess the powers that be must gauge whether a significant enough minority is offended. That and in the recesses of my brain I seem to remember some Thai law about "offending" members of royalty regardless of whether they are Thai or not? I could just as easily have dreampt that one up though I think in Thailand its best to stay away from any royal issues unless you've got something nice to say. Cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lamphun Posted November 17, 2006 Share Posted November 17, 2006 I'm English and I don't find it offensive, some people obviously do.I guess the powers that be must gauge whether a significant enough minority is offended. That and in the recesses of my brain I seem to remember some Thai law about "offending" members of royalty regardless of whether they are Thai or not? I could just as easily have dreampt that one up though I think in Thailand its best to stay away from any royal issues unless you've got something nice to say. Cheers PG Tips Percy, PG Tips. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
percy2 Posted November 17, 2006 Share Posted November 17, 2006 PG Tips Percy, PG Tips. I'm English and I don't find it offensive Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cigarette Burn Posted November 17, 2006 Author Share Posted November 17, 2006 Maybe if someone rehashed it using the Thai flag and stuck it up here we could see if there was a difference. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wolfie Posted November 17, 2006 Share Posted November 17, 2006 Aye indeed your correct, but this is Thaivisa.com not Englandvisa.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cigarette Burn Posted November 17, 2006 Author Share Posted November 17, 2006 (edited) Aye indeed your correct, but this is Thaivisa.com not Englandvisa.com That's all my question is. So it's ok to make fun of and degrade the royal family of another country here? Thanks for clearing that up. Edited November 17, 2006 by Cigarette Burn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lamphun Posted November 17, 2006 Share Posted November 17, 2006 (edited) They brought it on themselves by appearing in "It's a Knockout" Edited November 17, 2006 by lamphun Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wolfie Posted November 17, 2006 Share Posted November 17, 2006 So it's ok to make fun of and degrade the royal family of another country here? You tell me... http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/index.php?act=boardrules But in all seriousness, i think its fair to say that lighthearted humor would be acceptable whilst derogatory, degrading or offensive statements, comments and/or posts would not. A lot of our members (and most mods) like to have a bit of a laugh and a bit of banter, whilst we encourage this, it shouldn't detract from the purpose of the board or become personal or offensive. Your perfectly entitled to your opinion about fourbaht's avatar, theres nothing wrong with that, but it would appear your in a minority over this one as everyone else either hasn't given it a second thought or can see the humor aspect of the avatar. And yes i'm English, she is my queen as well Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
taxexile Posted November 17, 2006 Share Posted November 17, 2006 queen elizabeth ???? i thought it was princess anne. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helicoptor Posted November 17, 2006 Share Posted November 17, 2006 Isnt it insulting the intelligence of monkeys? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nepal4me Posted November 17, 2006 Share Posted November 17, 2006 Aye indeed your correct, but this is Thaivisa.com not Englandvisa.com That's all my question is. So it's ok to make fun of and degrade the royal family of another country here? Thanks for clearing that up. Comparing it to using the Thai flag isn't appropriate. For us (except for you) farangs, it is just good fun. Did you get pissed off at Austin Powers in the first movie when he was battling the fembots wearing only his England shorts? That was really funny. We just don't get pissed off at stuff like that so don't be so anal about it. Thai's on the other hand do take it seriously and therefore we should respect that, especially here in their country. I found some boxer shorts on Silom road recently showing the Maple Leaf Cdn flag. It was hilarious, I bought 2 pairs. Good fun. My wife questioned me, saying how can you wear underware with the Cdn flag on it. I said, it's just funny and we don't worry about stuff like that. Now lighten the "f" up. ..........and have a great day too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cigarette Burn Posted November 17, 2006 Author Share Posted November 17, 2006 Aye indeed your correct, but this is Thaivisa.com not Englandvisa.com That's all my question is. So it's ok to make fun of and degrade the royal family of another country here? Thanks for clearing that up. Comparing it to using the Thai flag isn't appropriate. For us (except for you) farangs, it is just good fun. Did you get pissed off at Austin Powers in the first movie when he was battling the fembots wearing only his England shorts? That was really funny. We just don't get pissed off at stuff like that so don't be so anal about it. Thai's on the other hand do take it seriously and therefore we should respect that, especially here in their country. I found some boxer shorts on Silom road recently showing the Maple Leaf Cdn flag. It was hilarious, I bought 2 pairs. Good fun. My wife questioned me, saying how can you wear underware with the Cdn flag on it. I said, it's just funny and we don't worry about stuff like that. Now lighten the "f" up. ..........and have a great day too So i am being anal for respecting the royal family of the country of my birth? I'm not Thai so you dont need to respect my feelings towards the monarchy? You have a great day too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lamphun Posted November 17, 2006 Share Posted November 17, 2006 Troll alert... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cigarette Burn Posted November 17, 2006 Author Share Posted November 17, 2006 Troll alert... That word seems to be the answer to everything on here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wolfie Posted November 17, 2006 Share Posted November 17, 2006 Troll or not, i hope you've found the answers you were looking for. Can i close this now? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buckwheat Posted November 17, 2006 Share Posted November 17, 2006 Troll alert... That word seems to be the answer to everything on here Report it here..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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