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Yawn... leave Dr. Jack to help the guy without running interference. Dr. Jack knows what he doing.

Sure, we opened the current remote and we can see the code. Thanks.

Installed about 10 years ago. Never and problems except dead batteries in he small remote controls. Suddenly 2 of the 3 remote controls don't work, swapping batteries / new batteries don't fix the problem. Son called PAT, they say they no longer have any representation in CM, but can order new remotes from PAT in Bkk, 650 Baht each plus tpt plus battery cost Any suggestions where to buy new remotes in CM very welcome, thanks.

And seen in Thai (and other) soap operas on TV.

Plenty of western men the same.

And brag about it.

Yes, can be quite violent.

Same.

Sure but keep in mind that in some countriesold age pensions, permnent war disability compensation allowance are, by specific laws, exempt from taxation. (E.g. Australia.) So where there is a 'double tax agreement' across 2 countries (cannot be taxed twice for same parcel of funds) how does that situation affect tax in the country where the funds are untimately received?

Incest is rampant in every country in the world including all first world countries. A close friend in Oz workd in Childres service for about 5 years. He then resigned becaue he found the job way too stressful and upsetting. Occasonally, when he needed to try to relieve his stress he woud tell his close family / very close friends about a situation he had come across that day. Often it involved very severe cases of incest. Often he would mention that the general public has no knowledge of the extent of incest / all forms of incest, including fathers and daughters and sons, mothers and daughters and sons and much more. And often uncles featured in the situation.

""" Why did she not just run away ...? Or told police about it ?" Are you really so naive? Do you know if she had somewhere safe to 'run' to?

And there's very often value in hearing other points of view. I like that aspect of open discussion here.

These same title deeds have been promised before, more times than I've had coffee. Nothng ever eventuates. Wait and see.

Lots of other things in life don't need to pay. Breathing is free but given time someone will find a way to try to turn breathing or walking into $. Sad...

Do you have an alarm clock, or...

But is your banking moving towards just one digital platform? - Right now many banks (globally): have a whole digital system devoted to operating what's usually been called 'Internet Banking' on a PC or a noteboook. And - Right now they have an app which works on a smartphone doing all the same functions, including International Funds Transfers but is supported by a second / separate digital system. Buying, managing, maintaining, upgrading 2 full systems costs big money, therefore many/most banks are working towards operating on one system, the App on your smartphone, which can do everything. One Thai bank call centre supvr told me her bank is aiming towards (and making progess) to: - One digital system - an App on smartphones and closing the basically duplicate system previously called Internet Banking on PCs and notebooks. - Banking by phone (note that call centre staff are nowadays much better / more comprehensively informed about all banking and can guide customers through any transacton, using their App). - Closing many branches because not needed, 99% of transactions can be done on the App and/or by telephone. - Closing a large % of their ATM machines: Cash now not needed so often, and the transaction previously done on ATM screens can now be done on the smartphone App.

I have no idea about the retirement visa or any other visa options for Vietnam. Always here on 30 day visa granted to visiting uni lecturers, always had about 5 to 7 days extra days after uni course finished. From my knowledge same visa (and other Visas) also available to other visitors. Never extended the visa but I understand it's possible, needs checking. Halong Bay is a very pleasant 'mixed bag'. Many visitors get there by using an overnight boat service from Hanoi. On arrival you can stay on a boat, bring your own or stay in one of many 2, 3, 4 star hotels. All with good rooms, service, clean etc. I'm not aware of any 5 star hotels, haven't checked.

Not one place: I very much enjoy, equally, being in: -Hanoi -Halong Bay -Ho Chi Minh City All have their own 'flavor' all have friendly helpful people, great food, not that difficult to find English speakers. Hanoi has it's old quarter (lots of old different culture / architecture / food) which is delightful, friendly and great food.

Of more recent times I find that K Bank and BBL call centre staff very 'switched on' and helpful.

... and many many more foreigners (not necessarily grumpy or old) still here and living comfortably / happily with their Thai wife and kids. Some with Permanent Residence (me), others doing the necessary yearly visa renewal, not necessarily all that difficult. And in many countries the gaining of initial visa and the renewal much more complex / daunting compared to LOS.

All part of a very obvious step by step game plan.

There's the key words -'It's a game'.

PLus, after my one experience wih an Airbnb booking (not in LOS) I'll never use Airbnb again.

QUOTE: "I know its difficult to name... but which hosptial ???.... somethinggrad, somethingvej, somethingkok? I guess many meembers will get your point. If the OP did go that hospital then WHY? The place is well known to have outrageous charges. Plenty of options.

Of course, I've lived / worked in Thailand 35+ years and I've been a Permanent Resident of Thailand for over 27 years. I agree, getting all motorcycle riders and their pillion passengers to wear safety helmets is not a success story but that's because of a lack of will by the police / authorities on strict enforcement and punishment. That doesn't mean that dialogue and discussion should cease. It must continue and hopefully soon there will be more attention to these matters (but I'm not holding my breath).