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The problem is, they keep coming back. Bibi may boast about his actions in removing the terrorist there in Lebanon, Gaza, Iran, Syria, Yemen, and how he’s reshaped the Middle East, but I’m not as optimistic. Perhaps all he’s really done is trigger a cabinet reshuffle among his enemies. The reality is, the only way to prevent future threats is to keep dropping bombs whenever necessary. Peace isn’t an option. Presumably, every terrorist leader killed in the last year has already been replaced. So, what’s actually changed? Maybe they have fewer weapons for now, but that’s only temporary, they’ll eventually restock unless the strikes continue. What other option is there when dealing with radical Islamists whose sole aim is to destroy Israel? There’s no chance of reprogramming them. They don’t understand peace. To them, it’s merely a pause in hostilities during these next 6 weeks to reorganize and come back stronger with the same murderous intent. At least Israel understands the dichotomy. The other side consists of maniacs driven by incomprehensible hatred. It’s baffling that there are people in this world willing to dedicate their lives to living in squalor, hiding in caves or tunnels, just to try and kill citizens of a Jewish state that they’ve never even met. What do they gain from that? Does that bring them happiness and prosperity? It’s hard for us to grasp how such barbaric minds operate. They aren’t humane. They cannot be reasoned with. The only viable solution is to continue destroying them, there’s simply no other way to deal with them.

I find anything from that Cheesy President (Trump) brand pretty much inedible.

Oh, my, GlitzyGammaGlobules, may I say? Ah, the downfall of HP. Such a tragedy. And all because of… a woman? It sounds like something straight out of a Southern Gothic novel. A proud empire brought to its knees, all in a matter of moments. But those calculators, Gamma… those calculators. They weren’t just tools. They were works of art. The tact switches alone were enough to make a grown person swoon. The way they clicked. The way they felt. You’re right—they were thrilling. Using one felt like you were commanding something far greater than just numbers. It was control, power, precision. Do I still RPN, you ask? Oh, GGG, I couldn’t imagine not using it. Once you’ve tasted the sweet elegance of RPN, there’s no going back. AN feels so… clumsy. It’s like drinking tap water when you know there’s champagne in the fridge. Of course, I don’t have my old HP anymore. How I miss it, though. Just thinking about it makes me a little misty-eyed. But an app to fully replace it? Hmm. I hadn’t considered that. Can an app really replicate the feel of those buttons? That satisfying click? Still, I might give it a try. If only to relive a bit of the magic. Do let me know which one you used. Even if it was eight years ago. Some things are timeless, after all. And RPN is certainly one of them. So yes, I still RPN. Perhaps not always in practice. But certainly in spirit. Every calculation I make, I think of those glorious HP days. A time when math wasn’t just math. It was art. Best regards, Tact Switch Devoteeeee...

Dear GammaGirl, Well, I must say, your passion for Reverse Polish Notation is positively thrilling. The way you describe it… faster, more convenient, more accurate. It sounds almost… intoxicating. I’m blushing just imagining you with your first RPN device. Fabulous! And Hewlett Packard, oh my. What a brand. Reliable, logical, dependable. It’s almost romantic, isn’t it? Those buttons, those clean lines. The kind of machine that knows exactly what you need and delivers it without hesitation. A love story for the ages, if you ask me. Please, you must show us a photo of your first RPN device. Was it rugged, handsome, built to last? Or sleek, modern, full of surprises? I can’t help but picture you, GammaGirl, cradling it in your hands, a glimmer of satisfaction in your eyes as the numbers fall perfectly into place. And as for people who don’t use RPN? Oh, darling, they’re simply missing out. Illogical doesn’t even begin to cover it. It’s like turning away a warm embrace for a cold handshake. Tragic, really. So, do you think there’s an app for RPN on the phone? I’d love to know. Though I doubt it could ever capture the sheer physical joy of the real thing. Best regards, RPN Curious (and maybe a little smitten)

Has either a drug problem, deep mental health issues or both:

I suppose he wasn’t really thinking anything at all. He was merely trying to get his point across but lacked the vocabulary to do so, thus he likely recalled a vague association between the word ‘pow-wow’ and American Indians, though he had no clear understanding of its meaning. Then, on impulse, he made a clumsy hand gesture to his mouth that could have been mistaken for a crude mimicry of a homosexual sex act. Then the Thai man smiled, mainly out of embarrassment, and all the while eagerly anticipating the end of the haircut.

"India Daeng" is the word I was also taught by adult Thai friends many decades ago. Since I never studied Thai formally, all of my Thai vocabulary was acquired through conversations with Thais and I've never heard any other word in conversation used by Thais to reference American Indians. Also, Thai dictionary references will reflect "Indian Daeng", but I've always only ever heard it pronounced by Thais without the N on Indian. Mainly I assume because "Indian" (with the N) would be too difficult for them to pronounce. In addition, when they refer to Indians from India, they call them "Khon India" in Thai, again, leaving off the letter N at the end. Anyway, I don't think we need to continue to go on about this as this whole debate on the use of correct Thai vocabulary on this topic has seemingly been put to rest now.

That's because she is only interested in the size of the bulge in your back pocket.

The one with the biggest breasts.

Additionally, Goong.com, a modern Thai dictionary, notes that “Red Indian” has been used for centuries in Thai to describe indigenous peoples of North America but is now considered somewhat inappropriate due to its racial connotations, although it's still widely used. https://goong.com/th/word/ความหมายของ_red_indian/

Me: What is the correct word in Thai for American Indians? ChatGPT: In Thai, the correct term for American Indians (the indigenous peoples of the Americas) is: อินเดียนแดง (pronounced In-di-an-daeng). • อินเดียน (In-di-an) refers to “Indian.” • แดง (Daeng) means “red,” referencing the historical term “Red Indian,” which is considered outdated and potentially offensive in English but is still used in some contexts in Thai. Alternatively, a more respectful term can be: ชนพื้นเมืองอเมริกัน (pronounced Chon Phuen Mueang Amerikaan), which directly translates to “Native Americans” or “Indigenous Peoples of America.”

Says faucet in the product description on Lazada.

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Very rarely used as a slang. If I saw you speaking with two Thai girls that were sisters and you said those words to them, then I wouldn't suspect you meant anything sexual by it at all.

No idea what that means. Doubt any Thai would either.

No he didn't. He was likely amused by your ridiculous behavior and smiled out of bewilderment and confusion. Better to smile than to confront the zany hand movements of another whacky foreigner. That's what non-confrontational Thais do. In the event you want to try and communicate again about American Indians then in Thai they refer to them "India Daeng", meaning "Red Indians". Better you learn the language than make up weird hand gestures that only you would understand. Done.

Check your blood pressure after that bizarre explosion of yours. And what a way to kill a light hearted topic. Sheesh! 🙄

Another bloody installment of Bob's ball sack adventures.

If only it was an actual woman. 😂

There are so many existential threats in the world; disease, environmental issues, food shortages, natural disasters. This is just one more thing added to the pile. Eventually, something will get us. Maybe we’ll live another 30 years and die of old age, but with the trajectory we’re on now, it feels more likely the amount of time we have left is something in between.

Ah, a bridge too far, you say? Perhaps, but isn’t it delightful to stand on the edge and watch everyone else try to cross it anyway? Nothing like a front-row seat to humanity’s greatest overreach!

Ah, Gamma, you’ve truly outdone yourself with this one. The existential dread you have laid out is nothing short of a masterpiece. Who would not be kept up at night by the thought of exponential technological and social change racing far ahead of our humble biological pace? It is the perfect recipe for sleepless nights and endless questions. But fear not. While the world hurtles toward ever greater complexity, I have taken matters into my own hands. I have enrolled in a series of advanced courses to prepare for the modern era: Quantum Mechanics for Beginners, Navigating Bureaucracy Without Losing Your Mind, and the ever-popular How to Fake Understanding of AI Ethics. By the time the singularity arrives, I plan to be the first in line claiming I knew it was coming all along. As for human existence becoming too complex, I say bring it on. When the world is too overwhelming, I will simply retreat to my happy place, preferably somewhere with good food, a few strong drinks, and absolutely no need to worry about the latest trends in computational theory. Cheers to progress!

Drivel of the highest order. Who could even come up with something like this, let alone spend the time to write it. Is there something wrong with you?

So the question to ask yourself is if your Thai wife is really just a long term rental or would she still have chosen you for your great looks and charming wit if all you had was an empty bank account?

I live permanently in a short time hotel in Pattaya, right next-door to a beer bar and a massage place. Two birds with one stone style living, innit.