Tracyb

1 hour ago, Deli said:

may sharia law be applied, please ?

Off with his hands!

22 hours ago, Tracyb said:

The level of Donald Trump's ignorant actions is frightening.

...and there is NOTHING more frightening than ignorance in action!

18 hours ago, OliverKlozerof said:

Got the roll of Filtrete at HomePro yesterday evening. Came home and installed it. Blew nose twice this a.m.! Huge difference! Actually, also picked up the Hatari air purifier and got it going last night, as well. (Just B4888 for the Hatari, which came with one filter in the unit, AND came with two FREE replacement filters, which are normally over B800 each. Amazing deal. Not sure if it's temporary promotion or not.)

Also got a Santas anti-allergen mattress pad for my single bed (B2040), and two Picasso anti-allergen pillow covers (B695 for package of two). Did not put these anti-allergen items on bed or pillows last night, as I wanted to wash them first, since they had a slight 'factory' (or something) smell. Will put them on tonight, plus do the rest of my cleaning.

Anyway, thanks again for the ideas. I especially think the Filtrete sheets in the aircon are helping a lot.

Another Factor?
Another thing that's crossed my mind, however, is...every couple years I get a persistent sniffle...long story, but years ago my mom recommended seeing a chiropractor about it, which I did, and the sniffle immediately went away. (Normally, I'm very suspicious of chiropractors, but you can't argue with success.) And every few years, I get the same symptoms and go get the same 'cure.'

So though this time I'm quite sure it's dust/dander allergens causing the problem, I've known my spine is susceptible to creating this runny nose thing, as well. Anyhow, because my energy has been down due to all this recently, I haven't been doing my regular weight training--which may tweak my spine--over the last few days. So, is it possible my nose is better partly due to taking a break from weight training? I kind of doubt it...but will restart my exercise routine today...if the problem recurs, there may be a connection.

I'm happy you found the rolls of filters and the bed coverings.  Sounds like you're doing everything you can to improve your environment.  Glad to hear you're doing better!  Keep us posted!  You can PM me too, if you like!  Regards...

20 hours ago, OliverKlozerof said:

Never mind...I found it at Central. ;-)

 

Great!  Hope it helps!  

PS   if you didn't see it, you can also find it in a larger quantity on a small roll.  Usually around 400-500 baht.  The rolls are generally available at HomePro.

The level of Donald Trump's ignorant actions is frightening.

I find that using 3M Brand "FILTRETE" replaceable filter cloth         ( Google it for an image) to cover the removable, cleanable air filters inside my aircon units helps a GREAT deal here in Bangkok. (I'm near Thong Lor).  I replace it every two weeks and when I do, I can see the crap it filters our of the air.  If I don't use it, my allergies kick up and I experience the same type of runny nose problems.  If you try it, be sure to place it on the air entry side of the filter and then replace the whole thing back into your unit.  

I also use allergen covers on my mattress (under the sheets)  and pillows(underneath the pillow cases) and have not had a problem with dust mites to which I have an allergic reaction.  You can find them at Central or Emporium, maybe online, too.  Vacuuming daily with a machine that has a HEPA filter helps too. 

During heavy pollen seasons I take Telfast 180mg. once a day.  (generic name is fexofenadine but its marketed under Telfast here.)  It's a new generation antihistamine and has very few side effects..... especially good if you have any problems with enlarged prostate as this new generation med has no effect on that problem.  The older generation antihistamines aggravate prostate problems.

Hope these tips help.  

I'm asking the OP to let us know what documents they requested of you when you applied for the book.  I'm in Bangkok and I have a desire to obtain a yellow house book, too!  What was needed?

On 6/21/2017 at 11:30 PM, 1sickpuppy said:

he needs to check his facts

Well, why don't you just move along and ignore him then.  I'll continue my reliance on his wisdom and discount newcomers who, as is their right,  disagree.  Thanks for sharing your opinion.

I have people in USA who don't have smart phones, too!  I use my dtac, (prepaid simm card) "not so smart phone" and dial 004 then 1-Area code - xxx-xxxx.  The fee is about 3 baht per minute as I recall and it works fine when Skype or other internet based communications links are not feasible.

Bye-bye!

Stupid is as stupid does!

11 hours ago, Thechook said:

Tomorrow a story about taxi driver returning cash to foreign tourist

Or perhaps a story about an Uber passenger shooting a taxi driver who impedes progress of his driver......

OP Confucius, instead of wasting everyone's time here, ranting and raving at people trying to help you, why don't you just go to your nearest immigration office and pose the questions to them.  Then you can let us know what they have to say to you.

I recommend extending your stay.  Keeping yourself on the right side of the law may seem inconvenient at this moment but it will pay dividends in the future, including your peace of mind.  

19 hours ago, nev said:

It will be impossible for many to get back home this Songkran due to the governments new rule of no riding in the back of pickup's, who is going to risk sitting in the back and getting fined.

Correct me if I'm wrong, but I think that new "law" was temporarily suspended for an indeterminate period of time due to the overwhelming outcry of the public.  

Another fine example of Bangkok's honest and reputable taxi drivers.

Hey taxi driver, ....Boo-Hoo.  

Don't let your temper get the better of you and you won't have to go hungry.

Another fine example of Bangkok's kind, courteous, customer service oriented, happy, smiling taxi drivers.

It's UBER for me.

Another example of how courteous, thoughtful, helpful, and customer oriented the BKK Taxi drivers behave.  Start taking some licenses away.  Reduce the number of Taxis on the road by limiting the number of days they can drive, and let Uber compete for the business.  See what happens in a free market competition for business.

Another fine example of Thailand's courteous, customer oriented, and safe taxi drivers.  

No Uber?  Don't kid yourselves.  

I gave up on Bangkok taxis as soon as Uber appeared.  Call me fickled...

Another fine example of a customer oriented, safe driving, pleasant, honest, taxi driver in Bangkok.  Now, where's that phone number for UBER?

Another of Bangkok's finest, tourist friendly, honest, safe driving taxi professionals.

This is why I use UBER!

22 minutes ago, Peterw42 said:

Big shopping mall in sukumvit, close to Nana plaza

Terminal 21  at Asoke BTS

What's really bothering me about my future in Thailand???  I'm not worried about healthcare, per se.  I think the accredited hospitals here in the city are fine, if a little expensive.  ( although MUCH cheaper and more efficient than those in America!)

No, what I'm worried about is that I'll need to get to the hospital here in Bangkok in a hurry, I mean, a REAL hurry.  I have nightmares about my ambulance being stuck in traffic on Sukhumvit with the siren blaring and NO ONE pulling over to get out of the way.  At least back home in America I can depend on getting to the hospital in a hurry and Medicare will pay the hospital bills, too.

7 hours ago, darksidedog said:

I am starting to wonder if this administration is actually going to be able to pass ANY legislation whatsoever.

Pretty much everything they have tried so far has fallen flat on its face.

Well, Americans voted for a clown so they should expect a circus!