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I always used to do the renewals myself, but my last renewal 5+ years ago was far from stress free (Pattaya/Banglamung office). Had to go twice and spent hours waiting in line for each step of the process. So this time (3 months ago) I used an agent that was recommended by a friend. Completely stress free experience. In and out of the Rayong office in under an hour. Just brought my passport and old DLs. Didn't even have to get the medical certificate nor the certificate of residency. Highly recommended if you hate waiting and dealing with bored government officials.

Thank you for again pointing out that Trump talks out of his a**. Russia was kicked out of the the G8 in 2014. Trudeau became PM in 2015. I think being cuckolded by Trudeau did permanent damage to him.

Newcastle is a great beer.

That's true. We/the West really needs to step up the type and amounts of weapons given to Ukraine so that they can finish the job of destroying the orcs. That includes long range cruise missiles that can bring the war to the Russians.

Trouble in paradise. Fox News takes pro-war position as MAGA media feuds over Israel-Iran conflict "The Israel-Iran conflict has exacerbated a deep rift in MAGA media over how the US conducts itself abroad, especially when it comes to Israel. Republican hawks are clashing with MAGA isolationists, and many of the arguments are happening on social media sites like X, as well as podcasts like Steve Bannon’s “War Room.” But Trump’s favorite network, Fox News, isn’t making as much room for debate. Guest after guest on Fox has played to Trump’s ego — simultaneously praising the president and pushing for US intervention through his television screen."

Seems like Trump is dragging the US into this war. It will be interesting to see how this affects him politically. There are loud MAGA voices against a possible escalation already. US moving fighter jets to Middle East as Israel-Iran war rages "The U.S. military is deploying more fighter aircraft to the Middle East and extending the deployment of other warplanes, bolstering U.S. military forces in the region as the war between Israel and Iran rages, three U.S. officials said. One of the officials said the deployments include F-16, F-22 and F-35 fighter aircraft."

Why does that bother you? You're Russian, Dmirty!

When that time comes I will, buddy. In the mean time, keep it real!

And I acknowledge and accept you confusion. Please know that when engaging with me you're in a safe space, buddy.👍

Started off with lager beer and that's where I'm still at. All the big Thai brands are truly awful, but my taste buds are now so numb I can drink Chang draft if nothing decent (foreign) is available. Beer Lao is great, some Cambodian brands are good and in Myanmar the Myanmar Lager is top notch. Thailand may have escaped colonialism, but it came at a price.😉

What powerful arguments you bring forward!

Looks like someone is heading for the exit. Hopefully it's the first of many, but as Trump hires personnel not based on qualifications but on a** kissing ability and stamina, it might be a matter of "careful what you wish for". Although when looking at that clown show of a cabinet it's hard to imagine something worse. Mike Lindell as Sec of State, maybe? Trump is ‘losing confidence’ in Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard as he mulls removing her entire office, senior official says "The president was recently incensed, according to Politico, by Gabbard’s decision to post a three-minute video on X in the early hours of June 10 in which she warned that “political elite and warmongers” are “carelessly fomenting fear and tensions between nuclear powers,” placing the world “on the brink of nuclear annihilation.” Trump is said to have been angered by the video, accusing Gabbard of going “off-message” and rebuking her for it in person."

Now you're asking questions that You and I both know the answer to but that will automatically trigger the deflection reaction in the MAGA crowd. Expect The Laptop to be mentioned shortly!

"...some analysts suggest..." Well, I don't know about you guys but that convinced me - I'm all in now! PS. You are linking to and quoting from an MSM source. So, based on what you MAGA guys have said countless times, it's fake news and all lies.

You mean "let's get back to off topic"?

I would say that all of them were what today is called MAGA people.

Because core MAGA is a cult, a faith based movement, not a political one.

I disagree about this not being a big deal, not only for 2026 but 2028. The MAGA camp has, until now, been completely obedient to Trump but it now seems to emerge that even for the cult there are lines he cannot cross without a push-back from some. Of course, if he does a TACO and doesn't involve himself further with the war between Israel and Iran, then all is probably forgiven. And we do know how much he loves himself some fresh TACO!

This is what Chat GPT came up with when I asked "List names of prominent Americans who were against intervening against Hitler in WW2, who were isolationist and rumored or confirmed to be Nazi friendly."

In hindsight, yes. But at the time it was IMO an honest mistake. Russia, for a brief period in the late 90's, really looked like it could transform into a democracy, something it's tortured people have never experienced in the country's entire history. Unfortunately, it didn't last and a new dictator emerged. and with absolutely no democratic institutions to fall back on I don't see much hop even when the current snake's head is cut off.

He can't do anything about it. It's painfully obvious he takes his orders from Moscow. Nothing else could explain his actions.

Respect!😄

To the OP's question, these are my observations based on living in Thailand for a long time: 1. Yes, it's common in Thailand for the wife to handle the economy in the relationship, with the husband being given a stipend, pocket money, whatever you wanna call it. It's a cultural thing, and who are we to judge. 2. This is much less common among Farang/Thai couples, although some Farangs in long term relationships where trust is established gladly leave the paying of bills to their wives. As per point one the wives certainly don't mind. 3. Lots of farangs leave paying the bill in restos and bars to their Thai partner for several reasons; - The Thais speak and read thai (duh). This has obvious benefits when dealing with a Thai waiter who, more often than not, presents a bill all written in Thai and speaks little to no English. - Occasionally, when some unscrupulous Thais see farangs paying the bill some cashiers get "creative". Having the Thai pay the bill will in most cases prevent this. - Some farangs are very "careful" with their money, and let their Thai partner pay the bill simple to avoid the embarrassment of leaving a 5 baht tip.

I get the sneaking feeling you have a deep fondness for balloons. Am I right?