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Here are some link sites where it is possible to view many of your favorite shows. I think that the speed of download depends upon your connection, and it does count towards your limit, if you have a limited download with your ISP.

http://www.free-tv-video-online.info/internet/

http://www.sidereel.com/

http://www.ovguide.com

http://www.campusist.com/

http:// www.alluc.org.

Enjoy!

http://www.freerice.com/index.php

Wonder if any of you can beat 3900 ? Wonder how high it will go, ie what is the maximum anyone can score ?

Anyone here ever have a 'sole' bath ? We just got back from an electrical shop and bought a huge chunk of what I thought was pink quartz, with the base hollowed out a little, for a light.

Turns out it was 'saltzkristall' lamp which apparently has huge health benefits, stemming from its effect on 'dimming' positive ions in the air. There are many medicinal claims on this link too, and I am just wondering if anyone else has ever had this type of 'sole' bath / light ? If so, what were the benefits? This is the link for anyone interested.

http://www.crystalrocksaltlamp.com/

Also, it has been confirmed by a new study that the drop in HRT is linked to a drop in breast cancer rates:

New Study Reaffirms HRT-Breast Cancer Link

By Amanda Gardner

HealthDay Reporter

Tuesday, July 24, 2007; 12:00 AM

TUESDAY, July 24 (HealthDay News) -- Scientists have once again linked a drop in breast cancer rates from 2003 to 2004 to a parallel decrease in women's use of hormone therapy beginning in 2002.

The decline in breast cancer rates persisted even though mammography screening rates remained stable, said researchers at Kaiser Permanente, reporting in the August issue of theJournal of the National Cancer Institute.

"The message is pretty straightforward," said study lead author Dr. Andrew Glass, senior investigator at the Kaiser Permanente Center for Health Research in Portland, Ore. "If you need to take hormone therapy to block menopausal symptoms, do it for the shortest duration and the lowest dose."

"We now have a second observation that when we discontinue or decrease hormone therapy, we have a very significant drop in breast cancer incidence," added Dr. Jay Brooks, chairman of hematology/oncology at Ochsner Health System in Baton Rouge, La. "This is another piece of information that I think women should use in determining whether or not they want to take hormone therapy. To me, it shows that combination therapy [estrogen plus progestin] does increase the incidence of breast cancer. Women need to take this into consideration."

Last December, a different set of researchers reported a precipitous drop in the incidence of breast cancer in 2003 and suggested that the downward trend was the result of millions of women discontinuing use of hormone replacement therapy.

The decline in the number of U.S. women taking hormone replacement therapy came after publication of the results of the landmark Women's Health Initiative (WHI) trial in 2002. That study, involving 16,608 participants, was halted after researchers found elevated health risks among HRT users, most notably for breast cancer and stroke.

Since then, a debate has continued over the utility and safety of hormone therapy, with health officials advising women to take HRT only when needed and for as short a period as possible.

The authors of the new study reviewed the medical histories of 7,386 women diagnosed with invasive breast cancer and treated at Kaiser Permanente Northwest between 1980 and 2006. The records were available through Kaiser Permanente's computerized database, which includes a tumor registry and clinical, pathology, radiology and pharmacy data systems.

From the early 1980s to the early 1990s, breast cancer rates rose 26 percent, then an additional 15 percent through 2001. From 2003 to 2006, rates dropped by 18 percent.

The 26 percent increase paralleled increases in the rates of mammograms as well as increases in the use of hormone therapy, especially combination therapy, the researchers said.

The 15 percent increase -- from 1992 to 2002 -- echoed a continued rise in the use of hormone therapy, although mammogram rates remained stable from 1991 rates.

The drop in breast cancer rates starting in 2003 coincided with a 75 percent drop in hormone therapy rates, although mammography rates remained the same.

When HRT went down, breast cancer rates went down and mammography rates remained the same," Glass said. "This was an important finding, because others had suggested maybe the drop in breast cancer rates was because mammograms had gone down, but it didn't happen in the Kaiser numbers. The only thing we can figure out is, it's probably related to HRT, that fluctuations in HRT are the most likely explanation for fluctuations in breast cancer rates."

The increase in breast cancer rates occurred primarily in women over the age of 45 who had estrogen receptor-positive breast cancer.

According to Glass, this study is the first to document all these different factors -- mammography, hormone therapy, breast cancer and estrogen-receptor status -- in one study.

But one expert found the study's conclusions lacking.

"This is an interesting look at the picture but really is not evidence-based medicine," said Dr. Lila Nachtigall, director of the women's wellness program at New York University Medical Center and professor of obstetrics and gynecology at New York University School of Medicine. The study did not correlate individual cases of breast cancer with hormone use, therefore issues of causality cannot be decided, she added.

"To try to prove causality is confusing to doctors and patients," she said. "I think it's a combination of things."

More information

For more on HRT, visit the U.S. National Library of Medicine.

SOURCES: Andrew Glass, M.D., senior investigator, Kaiser Permanente Center for Health Research, Portland, Ore.; Jay Brooks, chairman of hematology/oncology, Ochsner Health System, Baton Rouge, La.; Lila Nachtigall, M.D., director of the Women's Wellness Program at New York University Medical Center and professor of obstetrics/gynecology at New York University School of Medicine, New York City; August 2007,Journal of the National Cancer Institute

Washington Post

Think it is well worth pointing out that the drop in HRT is a drop in the use of synthetic hormones, not the natural ones.

This to my way of thinking is crucial, and something that so many women do not know about.

Seems to stand to reason that a molecule which is similar to a naturally produced human female hormone rather than precisely identical, could easily cause the body problems.

Wow! Don't know how this one slipped past me. Fantastic news, thanks for bringing it to our attention SBK. Fascinating reading.

Quite right SBK. Forgot there are so many guys on the Ladies Forum. Was indeed intended as light hearted banter.

Oh well.........

Some of these tongue-in-cheek 'rules' seem silly to me, but then I am a woman. Others make sense, and I have done some of them without realizing. Others seem to be obvious but maybe not to everyone? Maybe it really is because 'men are from mars and women are from venus'. Can anyone add any more?

1. If you ask a question you don't really want to hear the answer to, then expect an answer you don't want to hear.

2. Don't cut your hair. It causes arguments when we notice your 'new' style. We like it long.

3. Weekends are for our favourite sports. And no, that does not include shopping.

4. You already have enough shoes and don't need any new clothes.

5. Crying is emotional blackmail, use it on us if you must, but don't expect us to like it.

6. Don't drop hints; ask for what you want. Subtle hints don't work.

7. Most men own two or three pairs of shoes, what makes you think we could select the ideal pair

of shoes for your outfit, out of 25 pairs?

8. Your mother does not have to be our best friend.

9. Don't expect the relationship to be forever like the first two months we were going out.

10. Something we said years ago is not allowed in an argument. Comments become null and void

after 1 month.

11. Do not fake orgasms; we would much rather be inept than deceived.

12. If something we said makes you angry, and can be interpretted in two ways, then we meant the other way.

13. Dont nag when we oggle other women. It is how we appreciate how beautiful you are.

14. Females who wear low cut tops, and push-up bra's, lose the right to complain when we stare at their boobs.

15. If we are in bed and look tired, realize that this means we are tired, and we do not want to discuss the relationship.

16. If you want pudding/dessert, order it. Don't say "no, I shouldn't" and then eat ours.

17. If you are on a diet, it does not mean that we have to exist on "rabbit food" style nouvelle-suisine as well.

18. Four food groups essential to a man are: red meat, white meat, cold beer and more cold beer. Everything

else falls under the category of "garnishing".

19. Do not question our innate sense of direction, and no, we don't need a map.

20. Sometimes we are not thinking about you.

Ever wondered what you would look like if you 'appeared' on the Simpsons? Have a go at this, and find out :

'http://simpsonizeme.com/ecard.php?lang=en_us&code=fljwrcujjlrbaverjmwhrmmciqjqdfhd#'

Just wondering about how long each poster (particularly the regular posters) tend to spend on Thai Visa and whether it is mostly reading, replying or posting new topics?

If you don't have a 'significant other' right now, do you feel guilty about the time you spend here, when that nagging little voice tells you that you really ought to be doing something else; something more productive or helpful? Do you neglect other 'work' duties in order to spend time here, particularly those who work from home?

And how long a day/week do you spend here? Does the other half know when you are on this site, or do you just keep quiet about it? If they do know, do they consider you are 'wasting time' or are they tolerant?

As for me, I tend to look at the Ladies Forum to read what other Ladies think about various matters. I also look in the Pattaya Forum, and at the Health Forum. I generally read to acquire information, and keep up with what is going on locally.

How about you?

Learning to touch type is extremely useful, and fairly simple. I learned at school, as a fill in for spare time, my 15 year old son taught himself with the aid of a brilliant software program called something like "Mavis Beacon Teaches Typing" I am sure this would be easy to get in Thailand.

It teaches the concept of keeping your 8 fingers on the 'home' keys, and after each stroke, returning that finger to the home key. Only absolutely necessary requirement is practice. One has to master one stage before going on to the next.

Used to be 115 wpm (accurate) but not so fast now, and need to look at the numbers. My son finds it invaluable for homework assignments from college.

Good luck.

Reason for edit: typo!

We are selling our truck. It is a Ford Ranger XLT 2.5 4x4. We bought it just under two years ago, from new, from the Ford dealer on Sukhumvit in Pattaya. It has a useful 'Japanese Bench' fitted seats in the carryboy (with a/c). The cab seats four big farangs and has four doors. Road taxed until August next year. Ford dealer serviced.

Just over 50,000 kms.

This is a sound, well cared for, sturdy truck, which has had no accidents or crashes. Paperwork all in order.

Offers Over 550,000 Baht

Just a quick word to thank everyone for help in selling our bike. Turned out to be minimal paperwork involved and the eventual buyer knew what to do.

Now we have to sell the truck. I am just about to post an advert on the classifieds section, but again, wondering what needs to be done paperwork wise?

The truck too is little used, was bought (and serviced at) the Ford dealer here in Pattaya, and we were the first owner, from new. Guessing we need a residence certificate, but would appreciate any advice.

Many thanks

EFL

1. Avoid Bumrungrad dental department (plenty of Dr. Hatchet's there)

2. The Dental Hospital, Soi 49,Bkk. Reasonable price, thorough and well used to farangs.

Good luck.

We are selling our red Honda Wave bike, and silver Ford Ranger. Both vehicles were bought just under two years ago from new. I have already posted an ad for the bike here on TV under Commercial, but would appreciated tips from those here who have sold vehicles before, as to how best to go about it.

Neither of us have sold vehicles before here, so guidance would be really appreciated. Thought we would put ad in Carrefour but wonder where else would be effective. And what procedure paperwork wise I wonder?

We bought the bike from the Honda dealer by the traffic lights, and the Ranger from the Ford dealer on Sukhumvit.

Thanks to all.

Red Honda Wave with black mesh basket on front, and electric start, under two years old, farang owned, hardly ever used, bought as back up to truck. Snap up a bargain and make me a cash offer! All documents in order.

Those who can pay cash and collect from Pattaya can ride away with a brilliant bargain.

Reason for edit : to add it is apparently a 125S (red colour).

Also available in Foodland, over near the big jars of pickled onions.

I bought TVP (textured vegetable protein) in two forms locally (Pattaya). One was like dried mince, and I used it in bolognaise type sauces, or mixed with sauteed onion/garlic/pepper to make veggie burgers, the other shape was larger kiind of dried chicken nugget sized pieces.

Got both from Friendship Supermarket near Tuk.Com in Pattayam but I seem to remember seeing soy protein in Vila supermarkets in Bangkok also (this chain are also opening a branch in Pattaya sometime towards the end of this year).

Hope this helps.

garro,

personally i think there is nothing that looks more ridiculous than the fellow slap heads who are in denial mode, you know the ones i mean, they try and make three strands of hair look like a shredded wheat, or adopt the bobby charlton look, who are these people trying to kid, us or themselves?

Have to agree with this quote. I refer to a man with this type of hair arrangement, as a "drapehead". I think the idea is to gel the three draped strands left down onto the bald bit on top, thus disguising the bald dome (in his eyes).

Bald men always look better than drapeheads.

I like to cook very much, and when I have my own kitchen, cook everything myself. That way, you know exactly what is in it, and precisely what it is your loved ones are ingesting. You dont have to put up with stuff like MSG or other additives. You can also control which type of oil and how much. Husband is a carnivore although son is a vegeteranian (so he says), and I tend not to eat meat either. I have a fabulous bread machine, which is something I find it hard to do without right now.

Having worked on in the cattering trade and in restaurants for many years, and having had my own restaurant, I know what goes on behind closed doors (from the Dorchester to your local pub)! It truly would make your hair curl. So I much prefer to eat in, but we do go out once we find a really reliable restaurant.

I would never eat from a food stall, (in any counry), having seen various horrors which I will not go into here. A quick rule of thumb rule I use to assess the hygiene standards is how easy it is for the paying guests to see the kitchen (warts and all). If the chef/cook welcomes people into the kitchen and whoever in charge is not completely ignorant of food hygiene, then it is probably ok. But still I would avoid frozen pork, ice cream or fish, as they can be defrosted, stored at inappropriate temperatures, and then re-frozen.

I love to grow my own veggies and hope to be able to do that again soon. Nothing beats the flavour and satisfaction of growing something, then cooking and serving it to someone you love (and enjoying it yourself of course!). Again, by growing it yourself, you can control which (if any) pesticides you use.

Fascinating replies. SBK, what are "Breatheright Strips"? Mentholated strips which are adhesive I'm guessing. Where do you stick them? I'll check out Boots next time I'm there.

I just love sleeping with my (newish) husband and would be awfully upset if he had to decamp to the guest room. Seems drastic, but sleep is one of lifes essentials, and it is an extremely annoying feeling trying to nod with such a loud noise so close. I remember my ex used to eventually wake up, (probably after I held his nostrils closed for too long!), and vehemently deny that he was snoring at all. Talk about annoying!

Hi Ladies

Anyone have any experience of living with/sleeping with snorers? How do you deal with it?

I'll start the ball rolling with my experience of it -- I had the problem with my first husband, who refused to have the minor procedure to correct the problem, even though we lived 10 mins from the only hospital in the UK to offer that procedure at the time (Papworth, near Cambridge). And this from a 6'5" Sean Connery look alike. Go figure!

I got used to wearing wax ear plugs when he was around, but did get one stuck on my ear drum once, which was most unpleasant and required a hospital trip to remove.

Feeling quite stressed and exhausted from lack of sleep, we tried everything (or rather I made him), from cotton reels sewn onto the back of pyjamas, to losing weight. Nothing worked. At one point, our neighbours complained to me about the noise, and this from an upper bedroom with sealed unit double glazing, and at least 80 mtrs between the houses (both were detached).

In the end the only solution was separate bedrooms. Which probably was a contributory factor to our breakup. Rather drastic but it worked.

I wish over-chlorination was the problem:It is not. There is not any chlorine in the water. I have photos of the "water supply" system, four upended huge diametered concrete pipe segments in the car park, open to the air, with a Heath Robinson type tangle of blue plastic pipes emerging from them.

Today again the rudimentary 'collander' system has failed. Therefore the water is stagnating. It is totally open to the skies (probably to catch rain water) so anything could be in there. The back two are a murky orangey yellow, and the front two are green. I will post pics after we have left, which thankfully will be soon.

'Management' here does not exist. One man lounging around the lobby, and various (helpful) Thai ladies sweeeping and cleaning. Oh and one very rude and bossy receptionist.

Just someone trying to cash in on the farang boom here, and who can blame them? But if they are charging farang prices (which they are) then they should provide at least a certain level of service and standards. But then, TIT, and no one made us stay here. My fault for assuming the water would be usable.

Sorry left out this bit from above, name in Thai for this nasty is "Hoi Con".

Dont know how true it is, but I remember reading somewhere that 'floaters' which look like outlines of tiny roads on road maps, are (or probably were, at the time) thought to be vestigal outlines of the blood vessels within the closed eyelids of the embryo.

Not sure how 'they' can possibly know this, and seems it may not be so now anyhow, but interesting. Reminds me of the recent thread about 'cell memory'. Spooky consequences for transplant recipients I would think.

Hi Farma -- Many thanks for this useful info. Yep, I think that is it. Starts out as a small red raised dot, then grows into a larger white bump (or a large abrasion if I scratch it open, which is very difficult to resist). The article says that the initial invasion may cause problems for those who are sensitised. I did have a dose of 'tumbu fly' many years ago in Lagos when we lived there, solved by thick vaseline (to cut of the air supply).

The 'serviced apartments' we are staying at are newly built, well furnished, and in a convenient location just off Sukhumvit. Having been an hotelier myself, I know that the people running it at not professional caterers/inkeepers. Obviously someone trying to get in on the influx of farang to Pattaya. They have cut corners on various other things, (like using double sheets for a queen size bed), something I did not realise until we moved in.

Cant 'rock the boat' too much since they need to return a rather large deposit to us when we leave, but a clue to those who are looking at serviced apartments in Pattaya is you may want to think twice if you are fair skinned and considering the one with siamese/co-joined ***** in the name.

We are moving into an hotel for the remainder of our stay, to get a fresh water supply. The water which comes out of the taps, bathroom and kitchen, smells like something died in the water tank. It is also a deep orangey rusty colour. But the smell is much worse now, than it was a month ago.

I'm posting this in the hope that it will help someone else avoid this horrible skin problem. Dont assume your water supply if from a reliable source, and especially if you are fair skinned/blue eyes, check it out. The link that Farma kindly provided gives full information, and pleased to say that I am doing everything they say one should do.

I'm using 1% cortisone cream (only when really bad, and not for more than a few days), and so far with that and Dettol antiseptic cream, have avoided any of the 25 lesions turning septic. The next stage would be taking oral cortisone like Prednisone which I really want to avoid, as I know from past experience, this is only a short term quick fix. Had my fill of docs lately, so wanted to avoid yet another specialists appointment if possible, hence the self-treatment.

Many thanks for everyone who took the trouble and time to reply; much appreciated. EFL