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Have you tried Verasu? There is a number of outlets in Bangkok and they have a fairly large selection of cookware, they have a catalogue within their website and they can also be found on Facebook.

Hope this helps.

P.S. I have just checked out their website, some of the categories are slow to load, so if a page returns no items, allow a little extra time for the items to appear.

As a general rule, if you leave a tip in the dish/bill folder or whatever, it will almost certainly go into the collective box (or management pocket). If you want to leave a tip to a specific person, give it to then in their hand, then it is theirs.

What sort of parakeet are you looking for, cockatiel, budgie or maybe something a little more exotic like a sun conure? Either way, you might like to try looking at birdslover.com, you will have to translate the page, but that is not a problem if you use chrome. These are private breeders who sell at quite reasonable prices, some will send birds to you, at your expense of course. Alternativley, I do know a breeder who has a shop at Chatuchak who I do trust and deal with quite regularly, if you want more information, please feel free to PM me and I will provide his shop address and phone number, he does speak some English. I hope this helps.

A must read thread for all the TV Ghouls.

Hi Kenny, I have been keeping parrot-like birds (mostly in outdoor aviaries) for many years. The lightweight chain around the leg would allow you to wander around with the bird perched on your shoulder, however, there is always the very real danger that something or someone will scare it into taking flight, and as Jak2002003 has said, sudden leaps into the air can and will cause leg problems with potentially terminal results, I therefore would opt for the wing clip solution, whilst the bird is not able to fly properly, it will flutter safely to the ground. Of course the primaries will grow back, but that will take some time. Be aware however, that if you do as Jak suggests and put your bird (+1) into an aviary, its character will probably change as it will prefer the company of the other bird over you. Having said that, my pair of sun conures are all over me at feeding time, pulling my hair and nipping at my clothes, so whilst very calm and friendly, they are not pets! They are however, great to sit and watch their playful and acrobatic antics.

I have a triton cockatoo whose wings were clipped before I got the bird, it doesn’t slow her down at all, she is in and out of her cage all day long. Her feathers have grown back, but she still prefers to walk! So, right now I am mulling over whether to leave her unclipped or not as we take her almost everywhere (outside) with us, mostly in the evening however, so darkness might also be our friend.

On a slightly different note, the RSPB (amongst others), suggest that very few (if any) birds live to their full life potential in the wild. So, if it is cruel to provide a bird with a large, secure aviary in which it can live to a ripe old age and reproduce as well, then I will continue to be cruel! In addition, keeping some of these splendid creatures provides people with the opportunity to see and appreciate the beauty of these birds, the sun conure being an excellent example as it originates in S. America.

I am a BT 50 Pro owner and very happy with it, bought it second hand at 2 years old and 37K on the clock. Now 52K. No problems at all, drives well, plenty of low down grunt and comfortable. By way of comparison, wifes cousin just bought a new Ford Ranger, 2.2l 4 x 4 and it is amazing just how similar in features the 2 vehicles are, to be expected I suppose. Rangers brother, who has driven both of the pick-up's says he prefers the Mazda over the Ford. Personal choice.

Nanlaew, of course you are quite right in what you say, sorry, I was being rather flippant, however, your point does emphasize the fact that guns are just too easy to get which I believe almost entourages a rather nonchalant attitude towards their safe keeping.

RIP little girl, such a waste!

Oh, that's OK then, you can shoot your neighbors if you live in a trailer park!

Tennessee, Boy of 11 shoots dead 8 year old girl because she would not let him play with her puppy.

How is a child of 11 allowed access to his fathers shotgun, was it loaded or did the boy manage to load it himself?

And so the madness, mayhem and murder continues, so sad!

Another happy customer

Try Fortune Town. Cant remember which floor, but there is a shop (if it is still there) next to the escalators leading to the car parks, I am fairly sure I have seen many replacement screens there. Either way, ask at any of the PC shops, someone will point you in the right direction.

Good Luck

I don't know if you have tried already, but Nakhon Sawan has both Global House and Home Pro, they might be able to help. I also think I have seen clear acrylic sheets at Thaiwatsadu but I don't know where the nearest one to you is situated. I tend to stock up when I visit BKK as there is a good Thaiwatsadu at Bang Na, either way, it will be closer to you than a trip to CM.

Good Luck

KS

Not wishing to usurp PassionDelivery in any way, but those who find the options agreeable may also wish to try Bunters Foods (google it), who offer a similar service. No, I am NOT an employee of Bunters, but a happy and contented customer.

KS

Gareth Edwards

Henry Cooper

Fred/Joe Davis

Some time ago, whilst living in the North East, I tried to find an adult, medium (6 7/8) full face lid, no can do, Large only! After trying many shops, I managed to find a lid which was quite a good fit, but still just about possible to lift the chin piece high enough to cause problems if it was ever needed for real.

The thought of having to find a lid for a child must be very difficult, maybe in BKK or similar cities however, I suggest the cost will be quite high. What cost a child's life especially if you have to change lids every year or so as the child grows? Difficult for the poor families for whom the bike is the only form of family transport.

Please don't think I agree with the everyday careless attitudes, I am just trying to consider the poor families and their immediate, day to day living expenses.

Finally, I have been a biker for over 35 years, and still love the excitement it brings, but a skid lid is a must, just look at the lid in the pic attached (not one of mine), what chance of survival without it's protection?

555

I am not a Pattaya resident, so maybe one who is can better answer your question, however, once you get to the bus station, there will be a number of pick-up buses, just tell them where you want to go and they will crowd you onto one going in the right direction. Basically, you will recognise beach road which will have the sea on your right hand side. If you are traveling light, just get off at Mikes Shopping Mall and cross through it to the second road, Soi Buakhao is slightly to your left on the other side of the road as you exit the car park past the fruit vendors. Walk about 100 M, and it is on the left hand side just past Robins Nest bar and restaurant.

Now, would a Pattaya resident please give the OP a better rout than the one I have described.

I thank you!

KS

Can't let the poor lad wait for his first Thai lesson, I will put him out of his misery now, sorry Soi Biker! "Ha" Thai for the number 5, therefore 555 = hahaha, got it? Good, enjoy life, Thailand can be great, I certainly love it here.

May I suggest that you take a short holiday to BKK and find out for yourself. I have wandered around the streets for about 15 years without incident. The sidewalk around Sukhumvit is not as crowded with street vendors during the day as it used to be, but motorcycles can be something of a nuisance, however, due to the state of repair of the paving slabs, you will need to watch where you are walking . MRT and BTS are good options but rather limited in their destinations, but I guess that might depend upon where you wish to visit. Klong taxis will get you to places that the above transport systems do not visit, again, try it, it is very cheap although sardines have more room! Taxis have a poor reputation on TVF, however, they are very cheap though you might have to try a couple of cabs before you get one to take you to your required destination.

All in all, BKK is not a bad city to get around in, over the years I have loved it, give it a try and make your own mind up!

Have fun.

KS

Just stayed at LK Metropole a few days ago, I fully endorse Songhua comments. Breakfast is not the usual buffet as the main dish is waitress served. Just out the front door, through a small alley on the right and you are in the thick of it, enjoy your stay.

Hope that helps.

KS

I asked my pension ompany for a copy of my P60, it was here within 4 days! Certainly wasnt expecting that as I live well outside Bangkok.

Doesitmatter, do you see the 70+% idiot Thai drivers in your rear view mirror? As a regular road user I really dont see anywhere near the percentage you are claiming, of course there are the speed merchants that need to get past you anyway possible, then there is the farmer taking his car for a walk in the outside lane and will not budge, so you "undertake" to get past the problem. Vehicles travelling the wrong way along your piece of road, lorries that pull into the right hand lane long before they execute a "U" turn, and the pick-up's full of their human cargo, they are all causes for concern, but do they really constitute 70% of road users, not in a million years! I changed my car in April, since then I have covered 8000km (without incident), well on track for 25000+ km per year and I regularly drive from Nakhon Sawan to Bangkok using the 1, 32 and the Ayutthaya to Bangkok Expressway (this is probably the most indisciplined part of the journey). Remain alert, read the roads and remain safe!

Many thanks GentleGentile, I will have a look next time I am in the area. Seems not too many suppliers around.

Hi guys, I am fairly new to the area, living close to Wat Sing. I have just retired and want to get back into tropical fish keeping (freshwater). I know there is plenty of variety both for fish and plants in Chatuchak, but that is quite a long haul for a tin of flake food! A small supplier in Uthai Thani tells me there is a good shop in Nakhon Sawan, so if anyone knows where it is I would be most grateful for a heads up. Any chance of GPS co-ordinates as Garmin is my friend? Many thanks in advance.

The MRT station is Khampang Phet (excuse spelling).