Elkski

I'm glad I had my eyes open and during my 11 visits to Thailand in the last 4 years I was smart enough to see this writing on the wall and decided no way will Thailand be my retirement destination.   In fact just like those who ridicule the expats who left Thailand and are now stranded i can say the same about all expats.  

What is intensive farming? So many farmers planting durian now.  In 4-5 years there will be oversupply

8 hours ago, Misterwhisper said:

“old hands”

“tin of Dinty Moore Beef Stew”

“niterie entertainment scene”

“newshounds”

“plucked from the ether”

“tip o' the hat”

“the tom-toms had it (and thus unconfirmed)”

“I’ll clue ya!”

“case of TIT (This Is Thailand)”

“comely lass”

“case of MANURE (huMAN natURE)”

[But I don’t] “give a hoot”

“getting out of Dodge”

“demimondaine”

“Hoodlums”

“a sterling job”

“mean-spirited folk”

“Any (further) comment would be superfluous”

 

I probably missed some, and perhaps even erroneously identified a few actual “Roosterisms” as being “Trinkisms”.

 

Of course the easiest way to win the challenge would’ve been to simply copy and paste the entire column, thus including all hidden “Trinkisms” automatically. But though I live in Thailand, I’m not a cheater.

Mw,

Good crack but Rats! I thunk you missed  elephant and fridge magnet.

R

I too am surprised  but also proud with what recent days sprung forth, some people not sugar and won't melt in the rain. My GF dissappoints because she thinks she isn't blinded at all with her cherrised monocle and so brainwashed she wouldn't even send back  her well made but broken  cookoo clock. 

Those  dive sites are remote.  I would be devastated if my trip to dive there some day got canceled.  Its the only good diving in Thailand  I've  heard.  

Don't go all white of course there are 50 colors called white xyz or ABC white.  If wall were semi gloss before they for sure need good cleaning  with trisodium  phosphate  and water.  Cleans and dulls the finish.   And primer. 

In USA there are 5 paint Sheens.    

I copy from home depot website

Here is a look at the types of paint finishes available, in order of lowest to highest sheen, and how best to use them in your home: 

Matte or Flat Paint 

• Provides a non-reflective, smooth appearance that hides surface blemishes like nail holes and patches.  
• Matte paint requires less coats than higher gloss paints and is easier to touch up.  
• Perfect for new construction, drywall, ceilings and low-traffic areas like adult bedrooms and dining rooms.  
• Cleans easily with a damp sponge but will be damaged if cleaned with cleanser.  

Eggshell Paint 

• One of the most popular types of wall paint, eggshell finish provides a low sheen and a soft, smooth finish just like a true eggshell.  
• Perfect for low- to mid-traffic areas like hallways, living rooms, entryways and family rooms.  
• Eggshell paint is more washable than flat sheens, and it resists stains and scuffs. 

Satin Paint 

• Widely considered the most versatile and best paint for walls inside the home, a satin paint finish provides an elegant, almost pearl-like finish and soft sheen.  
• Ideal for indoor and outdoor use, it resists mildew and fading and is easier to clean that lower-gloss finishes. 
• Works well in busy indoor areas such as playrooms, home offices and children’s bedrooms, as well as areas that are exposed to moisture like kitchens, bathrooms, laundry rooms and on outdoor spots like trim, shutters and siding.

Semi-Gloss Paint  

• Even more reflective than satin with a smooth sheen, semi-gloss paint gives rooms a shiny, sleek appearance.  
• Because it offers high resistance to moisture, it works well in areas with higher humidity, such as bathrooms, kitchens and laundry rooms, as well as high-traffic spaces like doors and utility rooms.  
• While easier to clean than other finishes, semi-gloss will show most blemishes on walls and ceilings.   
• White and off-white paints in semi-gloss give rooms a brighter appearance than whites in other finishes.  

High-Gloss Paint 

• Offers the highest level of reflection. 
• Gives a high-shine, glass-like finish that is popular for doors, cabinets, moulding and trim.  
• Provides curb appeal for outdoor spots like shutters and window casings.  
• Semi- and high-gloss sheens require more coats than less glossy finishes. Apply to smooth and clean surfaces for the fewest layers of paint and best results. 

I do  see more shiny  sheens used in Thailand than here.   In my house and  rentals I use eggshell on ceilings  and satin on walls, semi gloss on doors and trim.  I buy good paint because it's easier to use.

So of a couple of covid case people are on the 6  hour flight   and then they wait where for the  2 hour test  results that are 95% accurate? Then bused to where? I hope there is a 2 week quarantine.  

You wonder if these are some special group that were isolated from a low risk building or town in China?   Because surely China big boys who owns many investments in Thailand have an interest in seeing the tourist flow starting.  Maybe these are business buying  scouts.  I hope it works out but no way is this a good idea when you look at WWide case number trends going up.  

Mai pen ra.    Maybe Thailand will value each tourist when things open?  Nah won't happen.  They will want to charge for lost revenue.   It would be interesting to document the asking price of some of those businesses over the next 6 months. 

If one thought buildings in Thailand were in disrepair last year just wait 3 years.   Many buildings won't be salvageable.  

Maybe best I dont say the things my mind thinks sometimes.   

Msg deleted.   

Needs to be a new condo?  Sold by certain developers with connections?  Or can it be bought from another falang?  Greed pure and simple.  But who would buy now when condo prices  are surely dropping like a hot knife in butter?   

Monkey man: cone but a condo  and get a visa. 

Ralph: but look at all the condo owners with Visas who are not allowed  back in.  Can i buy their condo and get a visa?

22 minutes ago, thaibeachlovers said:

Regular flu mutates. Corona may or may not.

 

IMO governments may eventually have to face reality and stop lockdowns and start treating it like the flu.

Don't say stupid untrue things.  Its against the rules.  Lots of documentation of mutations  .  It's not even new news its been known for 9 months so its criminal you say such a statement. 

https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2020/04/30/science/coronavirus-mutations.html

Not unexpected for me.  I'm Not freaking out.  I'm sure there are more cases like this.  Just as so many TV virologists proclaim their are probably are many people who don't know they had the virus the first time or 2 nd.  

I think the main thing is it just means there won't ever be some willy wonka golden vaccine travel card that means much.  Global travel peak is past.   Get used to low tourist numbers Thailand! The sooner the better. 

I think along with the 2 vaccine  companies halting testing in the last few days now a well documented case of a Nevada man getting  the virus twice.  

Basic points.  April first time, June  2nd.

Second infection much worse.

2 negative tests between

Strains so much different  scientists say could not have  mutated inside him.  His DNA confirms both test samples from same guy.   Just like I guessed a  single vaccine won't be the golden bullet .  This is the new normal. 

https://www.thelancet.com/journals/laninf/article/PIIS1473-3099(20)30764-7/fulltext

https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-020-02506-y

So are you willing to pay for a lifetime of expensive Valtrex for each partner?   There is viral shedding so it spreads with no symptoms.   HSV 1&2 used to have preferred locations  but have now become widespread  in both oral and genital locations.   It has stigma  because it is not curable and can be very painful for some.

It's your responsibility to tell everyone.  The country shouldn't matter.   Its people that don't tell that have helped create this problem.   Doctors don't care much because they have dying patients and patients with more serious  health issues everyday.  Testing in Thailand doesn't mean anything.  Unlike the 180$ 10 panel results in 24 hour testing you can sign up for inline in the US and go to any neighborhood lab, In Thailand it is mostly impossible to get a differential test that can tell if its  1 or 2.  And  all std test results take days and limited places to get tested..  Call around. 

Very high % of adults have HSV1 cold sores.  Most got it by 5 from grandma kissing.  So doctors don't suggest testing for HSV's because test will be positive and not tell you if 1 or 2 anyway.   Many US doctors don't even know about the rather new differential test.  

Just checked generic Valtrex looks to be 17$ for 30 tablets so over 6000 baht a year. 

Didn't these people's mothers tell them things in 2020 that you say stay on social media forever!   What desperate idiots.   Why don't we hear about plans to educate the masses and teach better English and pick up the trash and teach people about littering and safe driving? Why don't we have Anutin and some of these other foriegn bashers fired from their jobs?  A campaign of bringing back the real thai smile.  We all know its just a fake smile the only interest is in our pants.  The wallet pocket.

9 hours ago, BritManToo said:

Me and my pension come as a pair.

If I'm dead, you won't get a share.

Very true in Thailand where a life can be bought for  5,000-40,000 baht.  How many go free.   But if married the state will continue to pay your young bride and payout more. 

I wished I ever read about attempts to contact trace other than  at companies and schools.  No way to know  if you have been near someone while shopping. . 

I wish more people used  the tracking apps.   I have installed  the c-19 app. 

https://covid.joinzoe.com/us-2

It would be so nice to be rich and connected in Thailand.  To be able ti go to Similans the first week they open on some PR gig every year. I see at least one  IG gal I follow is there.   I've been told its the onky diving in Thailand that is worth much for us spoiled  Caribbean divers.  

Perhaps with boats that sink they should limit the cattle boats to 20 plus no more than a certain number of boats at a time on the reef and some sort of  super high fine for any capt who lets one of his passengers stand on a reef like I saw so much in Phuket area.    These Chinese can swim much like Thai people and they need pictures so they stood up on the reef.

I'm quite sure some of you will wish the gates were not opened if you have record numbers like my area in Utah does now. 

 Not sure how many of you depend on going to the hospital on a regular basis but you sure won't want to risk that when the hospitals are having at over capacity levels of sick people with covid.  I say let the current visa holders in first  and those with children and wives,, with 14 day quarantine .  Not at home quarantine because getting there by a super spreader could be devastating.  Just plan to wait 6 Months to see how the World is doing and if a vaccine arrives and works.   Best to keep this engine running on 3 cylinders than risk a breakdown.   I feel Thailand's mass tourism was bad for the country.   Sorry but tourist workers need to do something else.  Maybe start by cleaning up  everywhere.