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Notices [in English Language]now all over the previous Car Park.

"One hour parking only. Offenders cars will be towed away at Owners expense".

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Having worked on the servicing of Smelter Furnaces ]Electric & gas powered] for umpteen years I can assure you that nobody would get burnt from a molten metal explosion during casting nor metal transfer if they were equipped with the suitable full safety gear [clothing ETC}. It is a common occurrence for these Molten Metal "Explosions". Part of the normal work practice.

Same general story for me as above Posters.

Nearly new pair of Adidas returned to manufacturer seeking replacement. Answer was "The Shoe / Sole attachment medium (Glue) has been affected by a fungus due to high humidity."

I was living in Indonesia at the time. Never had problems in OZ!

Regards PEAP

Is this the same blameless people?

According to a news source, three companies, all owned by the same investors; first company bought land from landowners at 20,000 Baht per rai and those that didn't want to sell had access to their land blocked by those plots that were sold. If they still didn't sell, duplicate land titles were created to cheat them out of their land. After this was done, the 1,900 rai block was sold to another company, owned by the same investors, for 100,000 Baht per rai and then, sold to the third company, owned by the same group of investors, for 260,000 Baht per Rai. The Pollution Control Department of Thailand then bought the parcel of land for one million Baht per rai. The location was the moved and the effluent would flow directly into the sea.

In our part of Issan the use of TRAMADOL plus Cok Cola is wide spread, seemingly with the Female Students. Simply referred to as "Coke". The Boys often opt for something stronger. I am sure that Tramadol is a Category 3 medication and thus possession without prescription is a Criminal Offence.

OXYCODONE or OXYNORM is a category 1 drug and virtually impossible to obtain in Thailand. As another poster advised even the major hospitals do not stock these drugs.

Having worked in the electrical transmission industry for over 30 years i cannot believe the stupidity of the company employees and their overseers who are responsible for the unbelievable "Rat's Nest" of cables (Electrical & Data) that festoon the Highways & Byways of Thailand, Compare them with the very, very modern standard of the High Voltage and Ultra high voltage systems that are installed. They are testimony that the job can be done correctly. Why do we have the mess?

And motorcycles. Compare the death / serious injury rate per person with cliff diving. Where are the priorities?

Would be interesting to read a few answers on the definition of "Love"?

Regardless to all despite ?????? from,

PEAP

For information regarding Prescription medication in or out of Thailand please refer to the following Thai Embassy web site.

Note that Tramadol is a restricted drug.

http://www.thaiembassy.org/bucharest/contents/files/travel-20120907-191945-489473.pdf

Attractions? In my experience compared on a world scale, about 30 minutes would be sufficient.

A "Voice in the Wilderness". Heard by many but totally ignored!.

Keemapoot's village seems different from ours. Our "normal" village fund annually lends up to 20,000 Baht for one year to any villager at 2% interest PLUS 200 Baht to the Administrator for his fund(?). Payment in full is achieved by the majority by means of "A"; borrowing for a few hours from "B", loan is repaid, then new loan granted. Next step is "B borrows from "A" , repays his loan and Status is as previously. Village gains 2% per borrower + Admin. fee(?). All loans paid then re issued.

In addition to this scheme, during the last few weeks, The Government Bank Representative has come to the village and upon production of an I.D. Card, (Own or Borrowed from another villager ) and hands out cash loans up to 20,000 Baht at 0% interest for two years thence 6% for ever.

Who said Household debt was increasing?

Hypochondriasis

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Hypochondriasis also known as hypochondria, health anxiety or illness anxiety disorder, refers to worry about having a serious illness. This debilitating condition is the result of an inaccurate perception of the condition of body or mind despite the absence of an actual medical condition.^[1] An individual suffering from hypochondriasis is known as a hypochondriac. Hypochondriacs become unduly alarmed about any physical or psychological symptoms they detect, no matter how minor the symptom may be, and are convinced that they have, or are about to be diagnosed with, a serious illness.^[2]

Often, hypochondria persists even after a physician has evaluated a person and reassured them that their concerns about symptoms do not have an underlying medical basis or, if there is a medical illness, their concerns are far in excess of what is appropriate for the level of disease. Many hypochondriacs focus on a particular symptom as the catalyst of their worrying, such as gastro-intestinal problems, palpitations, or muscle fatigue. To qualify for the diagnosis of hypochondria the symptoms must have been experienced for at least 6 months.^[3]

The DSM-IV-TR defines this disorder, "Hypochondriasis", as a somatoform disorder^[4] and one study has shown it to affect about 3% of the visitors to primary care settings.^[5] The newly published DSM-5 replaces the diagnosis of hypochondriasis with the diagnoses of "Somatic Symptom Disorder" and "Illness Anxiety Disorder".^[6]

Hypochondria is often characterized by fears that minor bodily or mental symptoms may indicate a serious illness, constant self-examination and self-diagnosis, and a preoccupation with one's body. Many individuals with hypochondriasis express doubt and disbelief in the doctors' diagnosis, and report that doctors’ reassurance about an absence of a serious medical condition is unconvincing, or short-lasting. Additionally, many hypochondriacs experience elevated blood pressure, stress, and anxiety in the presence of doctors or while occupying a medical facility, a condition known as "white coat syndrome". Many hypochondriacs require constant reassurance, either from doctors, family, or friends, and the disorder can become a disabling torment for the individual with hypochondriasis, as well as his or her family and friends.^[7] Some hypochondriacal individuals completely avoid any reminder of illness, whereas others frequently visit medical facilities, sometimes obsessively. Other victims of this disease will never speak about it.

The Village Fund, if it is properly administered and is transparent (they are in a lot of rural areas) IS a good idea and it does work a lot of the time.

There is a small OTOP shop in our rural moo ban that has been there for years and I don't think I have ever seen any customers use it yet. Many of them have closed down through lack of customers.

Not every policy that Thaksin applied was always wrong, nor was every policy right either.

Our previous "Village fund" required the NAMES of 10 locals who would become members of a local "Co-OP".

The first organised was to make and sell cakes. The Lady in charge did collect the 20,000Baht from the fund, and disappeared from the scene. No cakes ever produced.

Second was a similar scheme and amount to start a mini furniture factory. Total output was one solo Computer Desk (Mine). The sole woodworker now retains a fine set of power tools for his own personal use.

Good scheme?

NOTE - while travelling allways keep at least a copy of your passport and you international licence and ID on you at all times.

Pray tell why? Photo ID is all that is required by law as previously stated by Police Commissioner.

P.S. What is the necessity of an international licence at all?

Chivas, I can recommend the JED PEE NONG, Absolute poolside rooms 1500Baht Don't get confused with "Jed Pee Nong HOTEL" which is next door and more costly. JPN is close by the other recommended Sirin and Puangpen Villa where I have also stayed.

Don't get carried away with the fact that you have a car as street parking is almost non-existent. No hassle TUK-TUK to anywhere in town is 100Baht (fixed) regardless of how many people or shopping you can crowd into it.

Enjoy as I have!

For some forgotten reason I failed arithmetic [also mathematics]during my school years so it is beyond me to calculate the direct cost of a six month long committee deliberation. If doing this calculation please include all the "Hanger-Ons"

Thanks from Pete

Over 400Baht per month per Cat. My wifey doesn't spend that much for her own food. NO she is not kept in a cage!

A wayward family member "assisting" the RTP did not "crack" until the third treatment of the Plastic Bag over the head did in fact reveal a "confession" and additional information. No bruises, no marks.

In the current case - - - Where is the Hoe that was alleged to be used in the killing? No mention so far.

I am fortunate to live in a village near Khemarat (lower issan) if you prefer. A couple of our local lads have spent a virtual fortune fitting these amplifiers and Bass speakers to some of their decrepit old Pick-ups. One today parked close by and I feared my window glass might crack. Thumping in my chest was worrying me. I checked out the said vehicle and counted that it was fitted with THIRTY EIGHT outside speakers but did not have the nerve to check additional inside the cabin. In my opinion the owner/driver looked as if he only had one pair of underpants and I will bet they had holes in them. His money, not mine also his enjoyment , not mine. But one wonders about the brain power and common sense.

Apart from Cheryl most replies are total BS, Jaundice from some liver problem for sure but not necessarily Hepatitis. Simple check at any Hospital will diagnose. No comments about the exchange of money - - - No details. Good luck do not condemn her with no concrete evidence. She may turn out to be the best thing in your life!

It is good news indeed that the P.M. has reviewed his performance and is attempting to improve himself. I have never been nor ever will attain any high Political Office however I have been tutored in Public Speaking. As a cast-iron rule in lesson 101 it was explained that unless one is a very gifted speaker or the subject matter is of incredible importance to the audience then ten (10)minutes is the expected time that one can get full attention and the message "Sinks In". Unfortunately the weekly programme failed on both accounts. Good luck Mr.P.M. for your future improvements.

Regards from PEAP

For a start condoms should be available in all toilets via vending machines - and stop putting them right next to the door in Seven elevens where the entire staff and everyone queing up can make Thai people too shy to buy without getting snubbed by the girls behind the counter. Just those 2 simple acts of common sense will probably half the problem instantly.

FACT - boys are shy to buy condoms

FACT - thai boys are 10 time more shy than westerners to buy condoms..

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Jenny, Many places to "Buy" condoms. But as you state the culture prevents the Boy OR Girl to purchase and carry "just-in-case". Many stories in the villages of plastic bags being accepted by both parties as a substitute. Can't get into trouble with mum if she finds a plastic bag in a pocket or purse. Problem is the quality is doubtful.