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Since you quoted me, guessing you were answering my reply directly. Apparently you didn't comprehend what I wrote. Since I stated qualified, that eliminates your #1 Since I stated trusted, that eliminates your #2

WOW ... just saved me a lot of baht. No need now for that cardio stress test. THANK YOU

I don't find corruption here much different than elsewhere. They simply don't concern themselves with hiding it as good. Probably because the consequence of being caught is less.

Ganga ... the new EVIL ???? Fill in the blank ..... " ______ don't kill people, people do" Consider how many people committed suicide today, worldwide. Guessing most of them weren't on ganga. Everything is dangerous in the hands of a nut case.

Don't know about France, but that's a generalization I don't find to be true here. Been down south, strolling around the mall, in predominantly Muslim towns, and don't see that attitude at all. Chickies strolling around, no hubby in site, looking kind of hot. Granted, conservatively attired, (compared to embarrassing western heathens) as that is the Muslim belief, but nothing looking forced or oppressed. Exemplifying ... 'less is more', as some smokin' hot cuties were out & about. Quite eye opening actually, as I was under the same impression of many, since a bit ignorant myself, with no actual experience. Now realizing how silly the bigoted rhetoric really is. “Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness" - Mark Twain

Not yet, but a work in progress. Testing ... see if tourist can behave themselves first, when out & about, then let the rest enjoy some afternoon sipping. Don't think I'd be motivated to go to a hotel just to sip a few. Pre-plan and set up elsewhere, more natural setting, and advantage of inexpensive with excellent customer service. Nobody bartends as good as myself.

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Nothing like free advertising. That's as silly as a coffee shop with a sign stating 'they don' serve whiskey'

For Thailand ... 'Afterlife' 3 : a period of continued, renewed use, existence, popularity beyond what is normal, primary, or expected For the Mother Land: "Opportunistic" USA, if nothing else, it's truly a Land of Opportunity ... IF ... YOU apply yourself. You don't need a 'diploma'd' education, rich roots, or large financial investment. You can either retire at a very early age, or make a sh!t load of money. UP2U

That's about it. I have 16 FB friends, of which 10 are family. 5 non family friends I've know from 40 to 65 yrs. 1 friend I've met thru my wife, and been to his house a few times. No strangers, no friends of friends. Makes staying conx easy & inexpensive. I follow a group or 2 of my hobbies.

Y'all do realize, the committee has no authority to charge anyone, with anything.

In your opinion ...

Actually it gets worse... "Classroom door in Uvalde school shooting was not locked, official says" "There was no evidence any law enforcement officer ever tried the classroom door to see if it was locked, McCraw said at a Texas Senate hearing into the shooting. "I don't believe based on the information we have right now that door was ever secured," McCraw said. "He (the shooter) didn't have a key ... and he couldn't lock it from the inside." https://www.reuters.com/world/us/classroom-door-uvalde-school-shooting-was-not-locked-official-says-2022-06-21/

All would depend why having the pain ? Muscular (only) ? or sciatic, which you may have pain down your leg, to certain degrees. Any diagnosis ? I've had back pain, discomfort for shy of 50 yrs. Herniated discs as a youngin'. Surgery at 41 yrs old, to avoid further surgery, retired at 46. If I behave myself now, no prob. Not understanding your description (lost 80% of its strength and could "go" at any moment). Could simply be a disc problem, that you are aggravating, and why it's on & off. Which would actually be a good thing, as very manageable. Since it's presently 'on & off' Doubt if ganga would help, with any true back issue, though just relax you, and temp fix, no more or less than a couple Long Island Ice Teas, or 1 if made properly. Need a diagnosis, if not already had one. If disc problem, then NSAIDs & muscle relaxers to ease up the discomfort and allow for some mobility. Stretching & exercise plan when able to, strengthen the muscles supporting the back. NO full sit up, stomach crunches work fine. Anyone suggests full sit up, go elsewhere. Chime back in after a diagnosis.

If a friend, why not ? Ignore the doom-sayer stating if in default, you'll be responsible for the debt, as that's just silly. If that was true, nobody would ever lease property. Mine get sent to my brother in USA, and he forwards them to me.

It could just be, that outsider / DT, during 2016 & 2020 elections, and the silliness of the BS years of RussiaGate opened up a lot of eyes of ignorant people. If that didn't expose the whole corrupt system, then Ignorance Truly is Bliss. DT's administration deficit ... did you forget about Bush's & Obama's silly deficits. https://www.thebalance.com/deficit-by-president-what-budget-deficits-hide-3306151

Not CM, but inquired at both, govt & private hosp for a surgery (hemerobiids), involving 1 night stay. Went with private, simply for the room vs private ward, or Qing for a private room at govt hospital. Apparently a long Q, and strangely, the pricing wasn't that much different. Or I might have negotiated it down to almost the same. Little sketchy on that, as I know I negotiated outpatient procedures down to the govt hospitals charge. Actually surprised they accepted the offers. Surgeon making the rounds the next day, told me he could have done the surgery at govt hosp, which I knew he worked both already. He agreed with my room choice when I pointed out the only reason I went private. Pop into your choices, and go from there.

Don't know how you read into my post I support the 'dumb one', assuming DT. Even after I stated many times, I don't like any politician. Fuel prices & inflation skyrocketed during his short time there .... there's that. Can't blame that on DT, although they do try. He cancelled the pipeline, cancelled or banned new drilling leases in AK & Gulf, cancelled immigration restrictions, and if I'm reading things right, a cause of many of the complaints, from dems & reps. I'd say a good part of oil prices & inflation are his fault. He's a career politician, so yes, it IS HIS FAULT. For the record, I don't vote, and haven't for over 40 yrs, if not longer. Only voted once in a presidential election, and that was '76 or 80', I think. Aside from that, I only voted locally, district elections, for my favorite local judges ???? and very self serving. When standing in front of, it's always good to have a friend passing judgement. I like Biden being president. Got my largest ever COLA (THANK YOU) and expect an even larger one next year because of his failed policies. I hope he runs & wins again. I hope the price of fuel in the USA hits $10 a gal, and inflation is in the 10-20% range.

Not sure about that, though yet to see one being cited. Have a few locally. I know golf carts & ATVs are not allowed on the road. Not sure what these 3 & 4 wheelers would need to be registered. Or if any regulation would be enforced. I know the low spec'd ticker cars can not be registered IMIOs & such, unless something changed in the last 6 months or so. Wuling & POCCO, can be. I would be surprised if anyone would care, as long as not making a nuisance of one's self, and sticking to small sois, or village areas.

I'm sure the glamour of the job and prospects of early entitled retirement wears off fast. After a few months with sexpats/sextourist, I'm not surprised if they've had their fill already of that lot. I used to bartend, and drunks are simply annoying. Imagine being a woman and being mauled all night by a bunch of old, over weight, smelly CCs. Then knowing you'll be back tomorrow. That's motivation ... ????

Soi dogs where I am, most of, are well fed, looked after, and have even had their rabies shots. Your experiences may differ. I've never had an issue with any soi dog. People, that's a different story. Check that, 1 incident, while walking our dog (so not applicable to most), a 'pack' of 3 ???? came charging toward us from some distance. Couldn't judge their intentions, so the lead Alpha ended up with a massive headache (via walking stick), as they retreated to safer turf. Actually broke the stick in 2, and it wasn't a thin stick. Have seen the same dog afterwards, and showing no interest in us.

Would think any vendor selling tobacco products (7-11 as suggested), though will probably not be on display. Simply ask.

RESPONSIBLE people (Thai or non) usually don't fear the BIB when enjoying their 'vices'. Laws are to protect us, from non responsible folks, and protect them, from themselves. Sad any laws are needed, but it is what it is, because of THEM.

Marijuana infused 'anything' set to be all the rage countrywide. Most not doing anything. Trend followers will follow the pack, no matter what. You can't fix stupid