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Perhaps part of the general frustration/anger being evidenced in the harsh responders home countries. Sorry, just looking for a potential reason for the observation you make and I agree with.

Recognizing that this in the hands of Thai citizens, not me as a guest, I am saddened to see such a ruling. Calling for amending the law was not anywhere near calling for an end of the Monarchy. Amending the law would actually enhance the status of the Kingdom of Thailand by being more consistent with the legal outlook of at least the overwhelming number of democracies. Yes, I both recognize the political background and attitude involved but ... not being in any way protected by "academic freedom" due to being retired and not under my own countries regulations ... I do not comment further.

Having just updated my Will and entered into a house purchase on contract, I asked the Thai Attorney what would happen in the case of my Thai Wife's death. We were told, without a Will, myself as husband, her Daughters (2), Brother and Parents would inherit. I could continue to live in the house as long as there was no agreement between the others to sell the interest in the house. I plan to have a Will made, stating that the house interest would go solely to her youngest Daughter (my Stepdaughter) who is a student 18 years old and resides with us. To protect my interest I might pay the remaining house debt and have my Stepdaughter agree to a usufruct allowing my continued living in the house.

What I also find interesting is that I had not known of my 4 significant others in the years before we met (duh, naturally enough) but then never saw them again anytime after we broke up. If we were such at a distance, never in the same social circles, never visiting the same places when we were together ... strange. Not exactly ships passing in the night? Shortest of those relationships lasted 4 years, longest 27 years.

Making merit. It is not only the morning Monks making the rounds that present an opportunity.

Earlier in January renewed both car and motorbike licenses in CM for another 5 years. A little over an hour (movie runs 45 minutes).

And voting ... sends chills up the back.

I had heard it said, “more bounce to the ounce”. But the attraction for me, as I am “vertically challenged” remains petite females. Met my Wife when she was 37 kilos … yes, 26 years my junior, no at my advanced state of age not robbing the cradle (think Michael Douglas and his Wife). I was traumatized by fat ever since Mom cut out the “husky” tag from childhood jeans. I am still traumatized every time I pass a mirror not in my old age.

Fond memories and I am reminded of the bar every time I rewatch, “Bangkok Dangerous”. My intro to Thailand and the attention from cute Thai girls (yes, who were making a living) sold me on retiring in Thailand. Satisfied then and now married to my cute Thai girl (and no, met after I had retired here for 6 years and had grown past the bar girls attraction).

Agreed. When I first came in 2009, I certainly enjoyed talking to the pretty girls and buying them a lady drink was to help compensate them for their time and attention in the bar. Some led to more, some not.

AI is truly a double edged sword. This is a definite example of the negative. We can only hope that those using AI to place a person at an event, in a situation, etc will be abl to be ferried out by forensic experts. But think of the skill, the time required for such work. It will be a lot easier to make a false representation than to establishing the falsity and then the originator.

A reminder for all … An independent citizen Grand Jury found enough evidence to warrant a trial. A separate independent citizen Trial Jury found he was responsible for causing damage and had to pay. It was a Civil Case not a Criminal Case but two separate citizen juries … no way to say everyone involved in the sentence was in on a “conspiracy”!

Hmm, is it “nitpicking” or attempting to understand a poster when they confuse the attempt at communication without using the correct spelling or grammar? Just raising the question.

Just a question as I was not in the Kingdom of Thailand in 2006 … were there protests opposing the Coup d’etat overthrowing the elected government at that time?

“This development is expected to alleviate the chronic overcrowding at Immigration offices across the country.” I respectfully submit and even more effective addressing of the overcrowding. … 90 Day Reports by foreigners will only be required if having changed address and/or re-entering the country. Fortunately for me, I find the drive up window at Chiang Mai Immigration easy. I doubt I would spend less time doing so by computer.

Let me recommend reviewing the years of the Iraq - Iran War.

Hmm, I hear you, however, I cannot fault Biden for responding to defending against Houthi initiated attacks on shipping in international waters, nor responding to attacks on Americans in Iraq. I recommend some semblance of balance in your outlook.

I have twice had my Thai partners received US Tourist Visas without issues. The first in 2013 with my GF. We were, however going on a Round the World trip (used my accumulated air miles) going to the US, Europe, Turkey, India and home to Thailand. She took my cover letter and airline ticket confirmation. Last April my Thai Wife and Thai Stepdaughter (17 and still in school) traveled to the US SE Coast for one month. Again, cover letter, RT air tickets. I sent a folder of documentation but it was not looked at … 10 Year Tourist Visas without issue.

I would venue to guess most from Western European nations have been taught the saying, “when in Rome, do as the Romans do”. Can be more than a bit confusing here in Thailand … then again hypocrisy appears rampant in my home country. Not a bad idea to peruse cultural background notes before visiting a region.

Hmm, my 3BB 631.30 a month included unlimited internet so there are no additional phone access charges. I use the iPhone GPS a lot when driving to unknown locations. I use Skype internet calling for the rare home country phone conversations.

Hmm, this photo shows a bikini bottom. But I agree, some distance to the temple. Thailand is promoted as a tropical trust destination for those from cold northern climates.

The alcohol sale ban here had me reflecting on alcohol sale ban in Western Kentucky. No alcohol sale on Sunday because ... god. Before that no stores allowed to open before noon on Sunday because ... god - you are supposed to be in church heathen! Hypocrisy? Of course, some counties bannd all alcohol sales (dry counties). Cross over the county line and you could buy (wet counties). Ah the foolishness of the human spirit. as to the Thai ban from 2-5? I would favor all sit down restaurants being exempt from the 2-5 ban.

I believe the term, “ignorant” is appropriate here (lacking knowledge of the subject at hand). If knowledgeable of Thai culture, then other terms might apply.

5'6" and thinking at age 76 (77 years old next month). Head taller than my late Mother and half a head taller than my late Father. I'll thank you for not starting to sing the song, "Short people have no reason for living ..." ha!

Individual cases may vary. I have maintained my CapOne Card for over a decade and it has been sent here to Chiang Mai. I have both a USA address and a Chiang Mai address (and phone numbers) registered with the company (as well with my AMEX account). I do seem to remember a USA address registering issue with a company (cannot remember which one) because their address program would not allow enough letters to be entered for the Chiang Mai address.