
BadBouy
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I feel sorry for that big bird.
It will most certainly end up as someones dinner somewhere in Bangkok, the whole soi will have a big party .
Not sure what would be funnier watching Granny trying to gently strangle it or watching her trying to stuff it in a pot!
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1/3 condo, 1/3 long term hi yield bank acct, 1/3 stock market
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Recycling, electric plants that burn solid waste, properly constructed dumps for bio-degradeables with methane collectors, massive advertising to educate, and after a while fines for those who just don't get it. Fines, jail time, pay for clean up of big time abusers. The upfront investment is costly but doing nothing cost more. Just common sense.
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The replies are mostly avoiding the question. I am talking specifically about issues where Thai and Western culture differ drastically.
An example, many Thais will not dare correct an elder/teacher who has made a mistake as this would cause them to lose face whereas in Western culture a pupil would be praised for correcting a teacher.
In Western culture, people do not get grovel/lower their bodies when they come in contact with those of a higher social status nor do those of a higher social status expect those of a lower status to grovel.
In their own personal lives many farang take the view that they are just a guest and thus should not question anything in Thailand and even if they can see through the hypocrisy they go along to get along... but with a child you now face the choice of whether or not your will indoctrinate them into this system or raise them to be free thinking.
I assume you are a westerner and you have to learn and deal with Thai culture. If I were in your position I would teach the child both ways and how to balance one against the other and respect both. To not make the child aware of western ways would be a disservice, but if they are going to live in Thailand they have to be able to function within the society. Your ability to absorb, rationalize, and balance between the two cultures will have a great effect in the impact on you children's ability to be multicultural. Your children will follow your example. IMHO Best wishes.
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There are a lot of different opinions here I cannot say I disagree with any of them. Whether the marriage is good or bad no to are the same. I have 3 friends that went through 2-3 years of marriage hell but stuck it out 2 of them are still married and happy and now very tight with their wives. The other one lasted 4-5 years till the kids got to college but I was amazed it lasted that long.So there is something to be said for sticking it out. My brother was married for 27 years and stuck it out for his kids, towards the end he was a bad boy and got caught and his wife was vindictive and it really effected his children. He confessed to me a couple of times that he wished he had stayed married because he missed his family being together on holidays and other occasion. You have to consider how you life will be supporting your ex and children and starting a new life for yourself.If all will suffer because of the split you have to weigh the lesser of the two evils. If you stayed together you would at least get to enjoy your children. I've had 2 marriages 1st turned into a drug addict felt I was deserting her but she was totally out of control stole all our money to support her habit we were broke and I had to let her go. Second was bright, talented ,and beautiful, but was one of the most materialistic people I have ever met.I refused to work like a mule just to provide her with stuff, so we parted ways amicably and she found another sucker and now they are divorced. My suggestion is to exhaust all avenues to make it work if it fails you have done all you can.
When I get together with some other guys that have been divorced I always ask, why is divorce so expensive? Because it's worth it! Always chuckle and no disagreements so far.The view of divorce always looks better in the rear view mirror. If you have done all you can noting more can be asked of you.
Good luck with your decision.
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Should have sent it in bogus bills attached to 2K of H E!
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"Prayuth has not revealed his plan for the make up of the Cabinet. But it was reported that most ministers would come from the inner circle of the junta.
His deputies are tipped to become deputy prime ministers and ministers, taking care of key ministries."
Say no more.
Agree, big mistake. Means more of the same incompetence.
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David,
No matter which country or which school if you are not involved with your child's education they are at far greater risk of not learning. No school teaches common sense. Find out what the curriculum is at the surrounding schools and make a choice that way. Do the best you can, Book smarts are a huge asset, but some children are gifted with different talents. Top priority is to raise a well rounded person equipped to deal with life.
Best wishes
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Very forward thinking. Good bye business, good bye money, good bye jobs!
Some of the best advise given on this forum. "own nothing here that you can not afford to loose".
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I mentioned she was a Brit because I am also a Brit hence I was able to recognize where she came from, a fellow country person, had I not been able to identify her nationality I would have merely said, a female. But as others have pointed out, I thought it was a useful descriptor, not meant to be derogatory or otherwise, just another piece of data that is known, useful or not. Ditto the fact she was blond, and the drink was a Smirnoff mix, both descriptive items intended to help build a picture, nothing against blonds or Smirnoff either. I hope all that is OK with all of you, if I'd known this was going to be a journalist master class I might have tried harder!
This behavior is becoming more and more prevalent among westerners. This time she/he was a Brit, next time take your pick..
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Outlaw Josie Wales - "Don't piss down my back and tell me it's raining"
Halle Berry as Cat woman - Walking off into the moonlight at the end - HOT!
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It was a great series, however. I recently saw a few re-runs. I still enjoy it.
Ward,have you seen the Beaver?
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Costas2008
"There is no comparison with the UK or any other country, there you slave for a living, here you are the boss of yourself and you adjust yourself and your family as you feel fit."
Absolutely agree!
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When i read on these boards about all the problems guys have with Thai women ,i just cannot understand why so many have a problem ,in 24 years i had 2 Thai girlfiends here and in the UK both were really nice and no problem at all ,we just broke up on good terms ,my wife is a little ,(not little she is quite tall) treasure ,hard working ,loving and has been a great mum ,both in the UK and here in Thailand . the only thing i can think is that either the guy is not the best partner or they came here on a two week holiday and fell in love with the first bar girl with no manners or education that they rogered. apart from that ,i know shit happens even to the best of us ,but those guys rarely write their experiences down .
And talking about the first girl they rogered ,i have an aquaintance coming back soon who has"fallen in love" he thinks she is back at the farm waiting for him ,in fact she is still in the bar ,and going to meet him at the airport and take him home ,question ,should i tell him? the wife says ,as he isnt a good friend let him make his own mistakes ,he wont thank you.
Oh ,to the op ,move on lifes to short.
If he is your friend you should tell him now so he can make up his mind about what he wants to do about it. If he still want to go for it at least you warned him.
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What is your qualifications?
That is really ok?
Glad I got out of teaching.
Parents nationwide agree
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haha why dont they show 2 fat sloths with no shirts on in the food court at the mall,russia!!..if they didnt have cheap gas and dirty women for sale,they wouldnt have a freind in the world..
You do not have to sugar coat your opinion, just tell us what you really think!
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Former NASA Boss: Russia Has US Space Program in ‘Hostage Situation’
Obama underfunded NASA lay the blame on him not Russia.
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OK, I get it, but you know, I am sorry, the REALITY is that expat retirees here have basically NO long term residence security here beyond ONE year. I think this is very important for people considering Thailand to consider.
Most retirees are at the age where they know not to make life plans more than one year out anyway
Seriously, if you face the expensive US medical system (and medicare doesn't cover everything), then Thailand is a great place for retirees. They stil get their SSI paid.
I completely disagree with you.
Older people generally desire residence stability.
It gets harder to move a lot the older you get.
Even harder to change countries.
Other nations with retired expat programs get this issue and DO offer paths towards residence stability.
That's all I'm saying.
It's a human need that Thailand is NOT offering us.
My mother is almost 92, and can no longer live on her own as of this spring (Alzheimer), if it were not for family she would be screwed. Yes there is some but not enough support provided by the government but you will have long slipped through the cracks before they figure out you need the help. It is the network of people you surround yourself with that is the most important. As for immigration trying to deport self supporting geriatrics on their way out that have people caring for them would be a pretty low priority. Have the money and the network of people and you should be all set. It is never to early to have a conversation with wife or friends the would take care of your needs, make sure they know you will do the same for them.
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Looks to me like there will be a big surplus of cold beer and hot gals, in days to come.
"Behind every dark cloud is a silver lining" Love it!
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A good Xmas gift for my X!
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Not with out fault but a great bit of engineering for it's time.
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Being a surrogate mother is not a evil thing, and bring compensated for it is not evil either.
The only evil part of this story is this couple dumping the twin with Down's syndrome. They were the driving force in the child's birth and should have accepted the responsibility for their actions bringing the child into the world. I feel sorry for the twin they took being raised but such an amoral couple of human effluence. Name them, shame them, and make them stand up and do what they agreed to do! And the the Australian authorities should monitor them for 21 years.
The saddest part is Down's syndrome children are usually totally good natured,
friendly and loving children. Who try hard to be a credit to their families.
My feeling is that you have been told one side of the story by the media whose only interest is sensationalism.
In reality, it probably went like this. The Aussie couple visited thai clinic about a surrogate baby. The Thai doctor promised, yes yes new healthy baby, just pay.
Then later they were told it was in fact twins - when they only wanted one. The Thai doctor then not wanting to lose face informed them the baby is healthy, but the second baby could be put for adoption if they did not want the one with down syndrome.
Ultimately, it was the Thai clinic that facilitated this.
It is the parents wanting to have a child and not being able to or wanting to produce a child on their own that facilitated this. You can not lay blame on others for the out come of your desires and you should not be able to escape responsibility for the children you create. I hope thoughts of Gammy haunt them enough to stand up and accept their responsibility.
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Pit bulls should be registered as a lethal weapon with the police...right after the owner secures 1 million baht liability insurance to protect innocent people from the disfigurement and death they are known to cause all over the world...you pit bull owners and lovers...take your best shot...statistics are not on your side...sentimental barf does not count...
I've known PB that are good and bad. I really like your solution but 1 Mill is to low more like 3 Mill. That should solve most of the bad ownership problems which is where the majority of the problem lies.
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OP,
22+ years from now who will take care of you in the States and how affordable a life style will you lead? Life is full of the unknown. Who knows what things will be like in Thailand in 22+ years. Have a plan A, B, C... be flexible and adaptable. If your the type of person hamstrung by fear of the unknown perhaps living in a foreign land is not for you. Death and taxes are the only guarantees, do not let fear and ambivalence of the unknown crush you dreams. If you move to the LOS for a year and do not like it no one will stop you from leaving. You will be quite blessed if you live long enough face the issues your thinking about. Good luck with your decisions.
Phuket City Police subdue crazed axeman
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