seonai

So smart ass what do you suggest as a solution?????

Nam Kao, Ihope for your sake you are kidding.... who are you thinking of bombing? I'll give you three minutes to save yourself...

Taxexile, in most ways I agree with you, but if this happens.... big problems here and it coincides with the Gov questions about the Monarchy having the power to 'control' uprisings

point taken taxexile, papaya9 I leave to one side cos you don't understand both sides of the story. The 'terrorism' side doesn't really come into it. They are not bombing Patong or Pat Pong... they are fighting on their own patch.

Iknow what taxexile is saying, I don't agree though because I think that way of 'solving' the situation will only antagonise things. I think a mass killing would just make Thailand's reputation go down the proverbial drain. Maybe a good thing. Tourists are already dubious about coming here.

My business has suffered, so have many businesses, but who cares if it is going to mean mass loss of life..... forget feeling sorry for one's self.

If Thailand is going to take it's 'normal' route here... my respect goes out the window. And before anyone says anything, I love this country and my son's heritage more than words can say. But I am sorely dissapointed at the way the southern conflicts are - probably - going to be tackled. I also feel that at this time in the world, the last thing we need here is a fundamentalist Muslim movement. As I said before, beware - these people will NOT back down.

I agree guys, taxexile made some sort of relevant comments after White Shiva's last post but this has been going on for years and from what I understand - little really - about the Koran, Muslims will not normally strike unless threatened first. It's the Islamic law. Sure I understand that fundamentalists are possible fueling this recent stream of attacks but I would like the general public to know that it's not just Muslims. I am a peaceful peson and would never advocate violence in any situation. But I do understand how these people feel and I am worried for their future. Just look at Northern Ireland. Will it ever stop? I don't think any of this discussion is about our personal feelings, it's about a big problem that is very hard to solve.

Taxexile - you asked what we wold do if we were Thaksin. The only thing I can say, because I am not a politician, is that I would send someone able to talk with Muslim clerics, very able. But, as has been shown in Thai history, Thailand rarely deals with with these type of issues lightly. Dictatorship comes to mind again. They will probably go down there and shoot a lot of Muslims. And then...... beware Thailand. That's not coming from me as a person, just from knowledge of Islam albeit minimal.

I am as sad as the rest of you about this mess. But it ain't going away.

Seonai

What utter <deleted> Richard10365 and the <deleted> who said "squaters".

The Thai Gov has for a very long time, ignored, persecuted and put down many of the people in the south - the four provinces were given to Thailand by Britain remember, a parting gift when leaving Malasia. Some sort of sick joke no doubt, like Pakistan eh?????

The majority of the people in the south only want recognition, just like Muslims get in Britain today, and fair treatment. OF COURSE you are going to get young groups who might listen to more radical elders or even outside influences..... but that is something the Gov should be dealing with right now.

Anyone know what happened the last 2 times anyone dared to stand up and shout against total Thai rules? 1976 and 1992?

Well done White Shiva for speaking sense.

I agree Tornado, it is a 'yawn' but I also believe that the situation on south Thailand is critical and will have a huge effect on Thailand. Excuse me taking a journalistic standpoint and taking an interest in the state of the nation. Can't help it, not personal just observing.

Just remember that the news on this one is being censored so you may not be getting the truth. No sides to take but... it would suit the Thai Government very well if everyone believed that it was Muslims causing all the trouble. That way, they get to go down there and shoot everyone.

Food for thought.

thanks so much Eric and Dekka - great sites. My brother in law is opening a coffee shop and I've been given the job of finding the cups!!!!!!!

Brilliant info. Cheers

Seonai

Bit trivial in amongst some other serious topics but does anyone know where to buy cups - cheap if poss - for all different coffees in the Phuket/Krabi region?

okay but we have to keep this in perspective. It is not a random Muslim attack on Thai soldiers. What do you guys/gals think?

Kat, Boo, Khall and SBK, thanks for your intelligent comments.... sorry not to have replied earlier but work and children etc etc etc.....

Guys I just asked about a more thought provoking topic.... how did it get on to 'size' and other stuff ????????????

I mean we don;t have to be serious all the time.... but a little bit of decent conversation wouldn't go amiss.....

Yours feeling sorry for having started the topic...

Seonai

it's what you do with it baby, size never came into it........

How did we get to this level......

From cosmetics to willys......

size would be far more interesting than L'oreal and Body Shop

Loong what do you mean? Size????? I didn't mention size???? Or did I miss you joke????

Hey there ladies, girls and females... let's get this forum up and running.... I log in briefly late at night due to work pressure and what do I see.... cosmetics?????? I mean PLEASE....... there is so much more to discuss. Only last night I had a huge debate with Farang males about the fact that Farang males have forgotten how to treat Farang females while living in Thailand...... any ideas???????

Seonai

As most on this forum know I am not the best to give advice on this topic, but if you genuinely need a little chat you can ask me. I have been married twice to Thai men and have lived here many years. So whatever I can share with you I will. Message me here or PM me if I can be of help. I would hate to think of you out there alone on this.

S

well that's what my mate from Asia Forum said

Khall dear - me too with the Yahooo home page thing. But antway bafore we get thrown off the forum... the media takeover.... is real Grammy.... with inside contacts with Mr T

oops did I post on the wrong place????/

THAIcoon, I wasn't suggesting the bees were your fault. What's wrong dear?

heard about it this afternoon. Khall where are you? Trying to text on Yahoo but nothing

Well I live on a small island and everyone says never mind when I mention the bees. We've even had incidences where the bees have tried to go in our ears to look for a home !!!!!!! We have several nests in the house already.

??????? Help

Surprising how little interest in this topic. It is a major move in Thai politics and media control. I am amazed at how little the residents take heed of this subtle take over technique.

Being told I have to learn to eat chilli after 12 years in Thailand. Even being told by other farangs wko have lived here for a while, "When In Rome..."

I love this country but I did not come here to learn to eat chilli !!!!

Seonai