DaRoadrunner

24 minutes ago, PatOngo said:

They have the attention span of a fly!

Truer words were never said. They either stand there impatiently clicking their pen, or ignore you. Arrrrgggghhhh! It does the Farang no good to think about it.

This being Thailand, you could have waited until you died of starvation before they noticed.

Thais pay attention when you walk into a restaurant, after which they ignore you. Drives me nuts. There is only one place where they have been trained to watch the guest discreetly and unobtrusively, yet be there exactly when you need them.... The Oriental Hotel.

13 minutes ago, GoDucks said:

Well I have lived in Thailand long enough to know a phone number will lead to huge frustration

If you had lived in Thailand long enough you would know that despite the computer age, Thais still do things the old way.... face to face.

Further info..... possible antibiotic damage to Vagus Nerve which controls Gut function.

Do my

6 minutes ago, GoDucks said:

Tried and could not get their websites...  thats why I asked..

Do my tired eyes deceive me? Is that a phone number and an address in your own post?

I would expect they do not have a website. But are very well respected within the print trade.

On 5/23/2020 at 12:29 PM, AgMech Cowboy said:

You might feel "unsecure" or maybe insecure or maybe more secure on a PIA flight. They broadcast a prayer to Allah on the plane's PA before each takeoff. I think the 'security' issue will depend on your religious perspective. ???? 

PIA .... Please Inform Allah

7 minutes ago, GoDucks said:

Do you have a website or Facebook for RUNG RUANG RATANA PRINTING CO., LTD.?

Google it ya lazy bum! ..... Go-Duck obviously does no go like Roadrunner.

If it is just a small print run there are many shops in malls using computer programs to print stuff.

If it is a large print run and you need a professional printer, - Rung Ruang Rattana Bkk.

1 hour ago, Sheryl said:

Where in Thailand

 

For what type of problem (they have sub-specialties)

Bangkok.... Slow gut motility, chronic constipation. Gut damaged by antibiotics.

10 hours ago, SteveK said:

Are giks always expensive? I'd love to have one seeing as my wife is not far off 50. However, the logistics of having one seem too complicated, the last thing I want is a Thai bloke chasing me down the road with a machete.

You need to have money and an ability to run like me!

Reminds me of advice I once received. When pursued a by an angry pack of Thais, throw money on the ground and you will likely escape. Rather like a Jingjook detaches his tail to distract a predator. The Jingjook can grow a new tail, you may not be so lucky.

Can anyone recommend a knowledgeable Gastroenterologist?

Thanks.

8 hours ago, webfact said:

automated trains-cum-trams

I have been on a driver-less train and found it most disconcerting to look into the drivers cab and find it empty as we hurtled along into oblivion. Then again, controlled by computer is probably far safer than having Somchai as train driver.... except that the computer is also probably controlled by another Somchai.

As for cum trains..... only Thailand would have a train service with a happy ending!

10 hours ago, NCC1701A said:

what are you saying? therapy for who? me or the girls?   

Judging from your posts, you are very much in need of therapy.

12 hours ago, webfact said:

young women dressed as schoolgirls and in pajamas

Why were we not informed earlier so we could attend?

12 hours ago, webfact said:

It was organised at a resort for someone's birthday.

Where schoolgirls are concerned its my birthday every day. Phwoar!

Put me right off my dinner that did. Thai girls are getting fatter, and judging by the expense, charging by the kilo.

It seems to be a Thai male thing, to show off you can afford a Gik.

10 minutes ago, rumak said:

hahaha    or the Yank from up North  .    The only difference is,  they actually believe it  

Being a Brit myself, modesty precludes further comment. There is also the fact that I live in a rat hole and drive a 24 year old car. Thats what happens when one has been hung out to dry by a Gik.

7 minutes ago, rumak said:

thank you .   i did try to be reserved and not talk about my beautiful house and benz.

☺️☺️☺️☺️☺️☺️

You are getting as bad as that Yank from Hollywood.

7 minutes ago, mikemi said:

Did you miss the part about the biggest rat farm in isaan?

The biggest rat farm is in Govt House.

Anyhow. See pic, its has already been done. Asians have been eating rat for yonks.

8 hours ago, rumak said:

I had a gik for many years.   She had a b/f  but that did not stop her .  I saw her from late fifties into mid 60's.    She never asked for money but I would give her some , in the beginning hardly ever but later i felt she deserved some help.  Great body,  not so great face ????

We had a nice "relationship" .....    In my case i think she liked my charm and good looks,

but usually one can guess the motivation if they are honest with themselves  .....

 

And your modesty

1 hour ago, lee b said:

Even with scratches on the lenses, surely a really decent optical shop could scan your old lens with the computer equipment, and would be able to check the strength.

 

They may want to give you an eye test to check you, but as for the lens they should be able to recreate them. Doesn't matter if plastic, glass, thick thin etc. Check it out. 

Go to three different opticians here and you will get three different results from the same prescription!

What happens when the amnesty ends? Are we all supposed to go do a report that day or 90 days after July 31st?

5 minutes ago, yuyiinthesky said:

Not to forget China, the breeding ground for all these viruses. 

And the Thais want to let the Chinese tourists back in? No prize for guessing who the grand master is in Asia.

On 5/27/2020 at 12:37 AM, mikemi said:

My life long dream is to be a watermelon farmer

Aim low and maybe one will not be disappointed in life. Do keep us informed of your progress, the excitement and suspense is killing me.