wwest5829
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Interesting scenarios Putin visiting and an all out fiasco for Thailand. My guess, Putin says thank you for the invite (but it will not take place).
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Diarrhoea could be heart attack warning, doctors in Thailand discover
wwest5829 replied to webfact's topic in Thailand News
Impending heart attack in 2005. 1st day -indigestion (did not go away the next day ... hmm, maybe acid reflux?), 2nd day - shortness of breath climbing stairs, 3rd day - cold sweat while just walking on level floor. OK, da ... call the Doctor saying I need an appt. He asks what's up? I explained, his reply ... hospital NOW. I was feeling fine so I drove myself to the hospital where he met me in the Emergency Room ... Next Day 5 by-passes. no pain at all, so it can vary with individual, I'm thinking. oh, heart attack 2015 (by-pass scar tissue narrowed blood vessels). Again, no pain, I just sensed impending serious body issue so off the the hospital (stent & 2 angioplasties). -
Stranded British man seeks help as wife takes passport and sails away
wwest5829 replied to snoop1130's topic in Phuket News
And, I would think, report to his Embassy as the Passport belongs to the country which issued it. -
I advised he forget that idea but … I have been here 12 years and my Thai gf was given her 5 year US Tourist Visa. My now Thai Wife was given her 10 Year Tourist Visa in March. So, yes, it can be done if all is documented but not easy for any young, good looking Thai girl looking for a short time holiday … too many have overstayed.
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I only addressed my current experience on the highways mentioned. Thai drivers were a far greater threat than slowing down from 120 kph for the police highway constrictions.
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Trump-backed Jim Jordan chosen as Speaker nominee
wwest5829 replied to Social Media's topic in World News
I’m thinking there can be no revision/ rebirth of a Republican Party unti a stake is driven through the heart of the current embodiment … submitting to the Tumpets. -
Trump-backed Jim Jordan chosen as Speaker nominee
wwest5829 replied to Social Media's topic in World News
With the opposition within his own caucus, I don’t think he has a chance. Far too many seemingly fail to see that the Republican Party is increasingly earning its disrepute. I actually have some sympathy for those offering a positive alternative to addressing the nation’s issues. Unfortunately, currently those voice are either drowned out or are coward but the vocal minority within their own caucus. The result in either case … the current Republican Party fails to offer any solutions/legislation to address the real needs of the working middle class, upon whom any hope of a participatory democracy depends. -
Thai hoteliers embrace TAT’s forthcoming expat focus
wwest5829 replied to webfact's topic in Thailand News
Agree with your sarcasm but … it may well reduce the irritant resulting in numerous Expats reporting the double pricing to their friends (or on public websites) which discourages potential visitors. Like it or not, a number of cultures view this unequal treatment as patently offensive. All kinds of alternatives … I hold that Thailand has a great natural parks potential to enhance tourism … much as I have experienced in the USA. Years ago I was given a Seniors Pass that allowed myself and my Thai Wife & Stepdaughter to enter sites free on our recent US trip. -
Just drove Highway 11, and Highways 1 & 31 today, Chiang Mai to Bangkok. Four highway spots but only two operating. First one, waved through. Second one just a hello, as my Thai Wife said she was from the Bangkok area … a handshake and off we went. Personally, I do not find Highway stops objectionable whether on the motorbike (always with our helmets) or in the car.
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A little off center in my reply as I have not lived in KK. I spent 4 months in 4 different visits, traveling around "casing" Thailand in order to find my retirement city. Excluding Bangkok (too big for me), I found Chiang Mai to have everything I would possibly want. It has been home for 12 years and I am still quite happy here.
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What Are Your Three Favourite TV Series?
wwest5829 replied to NoshowJones's topic in ASEAN NOW Community Pub
Boston Legal M.A.S.H. The West Wing come immediately to mind. Not in that order. -
My air conditioners have a setting on the remote symbolized by water drop(s). This is the setting I usually have on any time the Air conditioner is used. It acts as the dehumidifier and, if I recall correctly, uses less electric than the snowflake air conditioner setting.
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support thai wife 40k baht month requirement
wwest5829 replied to whopper's topic in Thai Visas, Residency, and Work Permits
USA, England, Australia and Denmark, if I am up to date, have not issued these letters for some years. -
support thai wife 40k baht month requirement
wwest5829 replied to whopper's topic in Thai Visas, Residency, and Work Permits
I suppose it can vary with which immigration officer handles the renewal. I have been here 12 years, the Bangkok Bank letter showing that I have 12 monthly deposits as FTT has been enough although my bank book accompanied (I do not have every deposit entered in the book as I do not update regularly). I however, have always found using an agency clears away any issues I may not be aware of. I would add that I had been on an O-A Visa for Retirement. This year I switched to an O Visa for Marriage to a Thai Spouse. I still bring in the 65K from the USA every month as that is what we spend in Chiang Mai as a family of 3 (includes teen Stepdaughter). -
Is kindness something that works in life
wwest5829 replied to bignok's topic in ASEAN NOW Community Pub
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Then again, the Great Wall was not so successful in the long run. Og course, more than a wall or a Maginot Line is involved.
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Is kindness something that works in life
wwest5829 replied to bignok's topic in ASEAN NOW Community Pub
Agreed, although I would observe that this is true with other belief systems, as well. In my home country, those who believe they will get good in try urn or at least will avoid the fires of hell in eternity.