Gonzo the Face

Something that may be of interest to some.  

As many of you who know me , know, I have been in business here in CM for almost 25 years now. Over the years I have seen a lot of coming and goings, especially in local business'.  The city certainly has changed in those years , so much so that when I go out for a look-a-round it almost looks like another city .  My question/request for our highly valued brain trust is ,,, I would like you please to name some of the business people , you know/knew. who were in business here, some years back , and for whatever reason are not here any longer.  Either the business went down or they just wanted to move on to greener pastures.  Sometimes our friends and/or neighbors just fade away and we don't realize it for years.   People like Eddie of The Escape fame.  I think it would be good to hear if they have  gone on to other things and what they may be doing and wherever they may be.  Hope that this is of interest to some and hope to see some interesting things turn up.  Thanks in advance gang. ...  Gonzo

Anybody heard of Foo Fries or know what it is??

When did this happen?  Was it yesteday (13th) or when.  Was posted originally 4 hrs ago. but did mention children taken home yesterday .  What was the age group?  May they all have a speedy recovery

Something has annoyed me for sometime now, and maybe someone knows the correct answer.  

I know in certain countries it is against the law to have any lights on the front facing of your vehicle except for amber or the white of headlights.   Does Thailand not have such a rule or ordinance?  You look at oncoming trafic at night and some look like oncoming Christmas Trees.  There are any and all colors of the rainbow.  It is most distracting particularly when you see oncoming lights flashing red or blue , for obvious reasons.  Anyone know if Thailand has any such law or reg??

Did you happen to see anyone who was disabled? Photos do not look as if area is wheelchair friendly.

Strange that this should pop up just now.  I find myself in the same position.  Was mentally composing my thoughts for a call to my attorney.  I have been wheelchair bound for a number of years, as some of you know.  But I recently had the misfortune of having a leg amputated.   Each year I usually go to KL to get another Non Imm B Visa.  I go by myself and with the assistance of air staff, have no difficulty with the transportation portion and the hotel staff are just great and do help with the KL land portion of the journey.  But now the new obstacle.  With a missing leg, it is really dicey getting in and out of the wheelchair as well as balance and other difficulties keep popping up.  Dr. sez that it will take some months before I would be able to get an artificial leg.  All this gives me some pause and a bit of fear in going on a journey like this.  I will follow this thread to see if any other program or alternative is reported. 

I just learned of the passing of Don Wilcox.  That was a hit.   Anyone have any info on this somber happening ?   

On 8/19/2017 at 7:57 AM, boomerangutang said:

in today's Nation newspaper, article on Mae Sai and Tachilek flooding...

nationmultimedia.com/detail/breakingnews/30324182

 

                  I'm going to Tachilek monday, but am not worried.  I've only seen the crossing bridge closed once in the past 20 yrs, and that was when water was actually lapping over the bridge road, and that was only for a half day.  One of the photos gave an idea of the extent of today's flooding, and the water level appears to be several meters below the bridge roadway.  It's small solace for the dozens of vendors who have been flooded, but it's no impediment for border crossers.

 

                             also; I recently got an online visa for Burma. It was us$50 and rather painless process.  If applying, you'll need a passport-like photo of your face, on computer file (.jpg).   When the online visas were initially introduced, about 1.5 yrs ago, they only allowed entry at Yangon or Mandalay.  Now they allow entry at Tachilek (and a few other border crossings).

 

                                Still no re-instatement of day-only 'VIP passes'.  The Burmese authorities would like them, but the restriction is from Thai Imm authorities.  My opinion, for the reason they're banned is:  Thais figure tourists can buy anything on the Thai side, so they want to forbid tourists from going over for the day.  Thai authorities, in their great wisdom, are afraid tourists will spend money in Tachilek, that would be spent in Mai Sai.  It's primitive (thinking that tourists are only about spending money, and nothing else), but it's what we've come to expect from brain-addled Thai authorities.

 

One exception:  Chinese tourists in groups are allowed to do day-trips.  Go figure.

 

Have a bit of comment and question re above.   Went up about 10 days ago and had Immig on Burma side ask the usual...." going into Tachilek or just turn around?  I answered that I was going into the market .  The Immig. lady's next question gave me pause for thought..... She asked if I was coming back today.   I said, "don't I have to "?? She said no.  I then asked how long I could stay.... she stated 14 days.   Anybody encounter as as expat crossing without a formal visa, being able to stay for up to 14 days???

21 hours ago, DavidOxon said:

So.... where in CNX do we find this wonderful lady?

Sorry David but that was so many years ago and over the ensuing years she gained so much weight and her fingers got so fat, she lost all her clients.

PS Don't worry, just hang in there , she's on a diet........ write to you next year.

20 hours ago, jimster said:

I'd be surprised if there were any at all, apart from some Chinese nationals perhaps. Though there is that guy who said he used to go there to his remote office, I reckon you'll be the only westerner or one of only 2-3 that live there, if you go. Lashio is the kind of place where if you're a westerner, you'll receive equal stares and smiles at every corner. It's rare for foreigners to venture there, even as far as tourists go.

Thanks for that Jimster.  I'd about given up hope of any response to the post.  Thanks

again.

On 8/9/2017 at 6:49 PM, LolaS said:

but he is married

Don't believe the rumor that when you say " I DO " that you loose your voice.   If you persist in believing that, I will introduce you to many, many wives that will prove that wrong.

On 8/9/2017 at 7:54 AM, CMKiwi said:

His main base is now in Bangkok but he does still have a place in the Gymkhana area....his wife also has land in Mae Rim.

 

Never met the guy but have spoken to his wife on many occassions.... she is a very lively and funny lady,

Don't believe the rumor that when you say " I DO " that you loose your voice.   If you persist in believing that, I will introduce you to many, many wives that will prove that wrong.

WILL A MOD REMOVE THIS POST..... ATTACHED TO THE WRONG POST  THANKS

Are there any expats on here living in the Lashio area???   If so I would appreciate a PM so I can ask a few questions.

Gonzo 

Sad news again.   Did not see much of him in the past few years and now another of the CM old timers has gone.  RIP Dennis and give my best to all the old gang.   Not many of the 30 year ago gang left anymore.  RIP & Godspeed.

Say its not so !!!  If so he will be missed by many.   He and his photos were a huge part of this forum.  If there is any mire information on this, please post.

Super nice rain....Heavy for long periods during the night.  Had some concern for the river early this morn.  My understanding classes at CMIS flooded out this day.

Missing in the news section is an article that directly should aid alien workers in Thailand.

Its missing so I will post it here.

"Thailand’s Labour Ministry has plans to provide better amenities for foreign workers in accordance with international standards and respect for human rights."

Yep, that it boys and girls.  Thats the whole article.  It says has plans for. Does the briefness of this report indicate just how much serious intent there is or not?  What do you think?

Hear some thunder rolling around, but any reports of rain in the area???  840pm

Lets get off this truck/Lorry bantering and settle it once and for all.... and get back to this thread topic.

OK children????

Now which of  the following do you think more people in this world would comprehend????

^   Keep on "Lorryin"

*   Keep on "Truckin"

nuff said

54 minutes ago, mercman24 said:

being an ex health and safety officer, i cringe when i go past all the building work going on by my condo, 99% of the workforce wearing flip flops, something happend the other night at one site, 2 ambulances,in attendence, i didnt see any difference in the "so many days without an accident " board outside of the site

...its been changed..... Days Without Accident...to... Hours Without Accident

As Chon Buri has no forum I'll put this here for all to seel

Article in todays  English lang paper

Contractor doing work on a bridge over a canal takes out old bridge.... shuts down for the day..... post no warning signs, barricades, or any notice that the bridge is out.... goes home and in a period of 10 minutes 3 vehicles drive over into the canal.  ..... and yet he knows how to walk and talk.....maybe

"U.S. income taxes are due on April 15th, "

Nancy... luv u bunches, butt shutt u mouf !!!!

No one has any info on how the child is faring ?????