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We Americans are killing off the rest of the world with our fast food..

If we can't kill everyone with bullets and bombs, we will give you sugar diabetes, clogged arteries, and all sorts of diseases who

words have far too many letters to even try to make an attempt to pronounce.

If we can't kill off the Chinese with hi tech war fare we will poison all of them with fast food.

So true

Who brought over the McDonald's, coke, filters for cigarettes, plastic, disposable lighters, disposable diapers? Was it just for profit? Or was it to help other countries like Thailand, to have a healthier, cleaner, safer life style? Then we bitch on how they don't take care, seems to me, they did OK before the Farang sold them a bill of junk foods, drinks and other garbage that is trashing their country, seems to me, years ago Thais, ate off of a leaf, when finished threw it on the ground and it would help other things grow and then we came.

Hey what do I know! I could be wrong, I could be crazy or both, I'm just not proud of the soooooooooo many things we have done to other countries.

We find beautiful unspoiled places and try to change them to our way, Hawaii is a good example, the Aloha spirit has left and it has become another California and an asphalt, cement jungle.

This forum is about Thailand. Why don't you guys start a web forum called AmericaHate.com where you can spew your sad leftist phlem. Maybe even you can publish a Manifesto. Go to China, Vietnam, North Korea or Cuba where you can great inspiration for your utopia. And check out the girls at NorthKoreaLoveLinks.com.

YO Bro

Just stating some facts, not just America, or all Americans, America has some priceless qualities, to many Farangs come to places, regardless where they came from, and try to change, what brought them there. (Get the drift) Not all of us came here for the young girls, junk food and getting shitfaced on a daily basis, some, and you, may find it hard to believe, are not here to sew our oats with young girls, that are looking for a Buffalo with the Golden ring in his nose, most without love or concern, of the Farang, just his coin, some like the culture, people, outlook, concerns for family, like it was, yesteryear "back" in the good old USA.

This forum is about Thailand and some of theIR problems (THIS IS SOME OF THE PROBLEMS) Have a good day and a GREAT LIFE, CHA,CHA,CHA.

We Americans are killing off the rest of the world with our fast food..

If we can't kill everyone with bullets and bombs, we will give you sugar diabetes, clogged arteries, and all sorts of diseases who

words have far too many letters to even try to make an attempt to pronounce.

If we can't kill off the Chinese with hi tech war fare we will poison all of them with fast food.

So true

Who brought over the McDonald's, coke, filters for cigarettes, plastic, disposable lighters, disposable diapers? Was it just for profit? Or was it to help other countries like Thailand, to have a healthier, cleaner, safer life style? Then we bitch on how they don't take care, seems to me, they did OK before the Farang sold them a bill of junk foods, drinks and other garbage that is trashing their country, seems to me, years ago Thais, ate off of a leaf, when finished threw it on the ground and it would help other things grow and then we came.

Hey what do I know! I could be wrong, I could be crazy or both, I'm just not proud of the soooooooooo many things we have done to other countries.

We find beautiful unspoiled places and try to change them to our way, Hawaii is a good example, the Aloha spirit has left and it has become another California and an asphalt, cement jungle.

It's sad if people can't control their urge to drink for a few minutes/hours ride.

I feel sorry for these weak people and will feel much better now not being surrounded by drunken people on a public bus.

There are more important things in life than booze.

It is a sickness, Alcohol, Drugs, Smoking, all hard habits, to quit, most die first, many take innocent lives with them on their way out.

Many must hit their bottom, cesspool, way to many have an income that prevents them from going to their hell, being to broke to afford the bad habit, long enough, to see a better life, after killing their Dragons, very sad, very true.

Been there done that, I was one of the few, that made it...Thank You Buddha, Thank You God, Thank You Coconut Tree, Kapun Krup,Mak, Mak, Mahalo Nui Loa, cha,cha,cha.

Great, now the passengers have to be stone cold sober whilst they get taken on their 'seat-of-their-pants-ride-of-death' bus ride on which they probably wont get out alive...

Seems a bit unfair as well, the driver is high as a kite, and yet the passengers are not allowed a little tipple to steel their nerves.

Looks like i have to stick to my wasted motocy rider instead!

Now, If they would make it possible and mandatory, to wear the seat belts, in most if not all vans, they are all tied up.

There is a silver lining to this. All the muck and dirt gets washed of the streets and flushed the drains out to the sea. Some pavements are left in a disgusting state by street vendors.

Keeping in mind, Seldom, if ever the Storm Drains are being Pumped Out, to Remove, all the Garbage, that Washes into, Dumped into, Plastic, Styrofoam, Toxic Cigarette Butts, Used Cooking and Motor Oil , Rotten Food, Disposable Lighters, +,+,+.

Many Drains will Clog, Backwash and Dump Contaminated Water into Streets, Homes, Businesses, Making Many Ill, then go into our Seafood's Home, to Eat, Die or We Eat, get Sick.

Never seems to be a stitch in time, It only takes "K I S S" Keep It Simple Stupid, "Preventive Maintenance"

you don't want to know the quality of water from storm drains in the resorts that goes largely untreated out into the sea.

It is truly horrendous.

Stencil Storm Drains, Impose Fines, Pump them out, more often then not, our Life's Blood, goes into Storm Drains (Water) don't contaminate it.

If you would feed stray dogs (cats ...)in my home country, you would get a lot of trouble with the authorities. There are asylums for these dog, where they care for these dogs with childish ambitions, but feeding these dogs is absolutely not allowed and every homeless dog will be caught immediately.

Sorry, but not to understand this, is kind of insanity or kind of mental disorder (not intended as insult). There is no room for discussion, if you are mentally healthy and an expert about this area.

I do not expect to be understood by these kind of people ...

The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated.

— Mahatma Gandhi

If you would feed stray dogs (cats ...)in my home country, you would get a lot of trouble with the authorities. There are asylums for these dog, where they care for these dogs with childish ambitions, but feeding these dogs is absolutely not allowed and every homeless dog will be caught immediately.

Sorry, but not to understand this, is kind of insanity or kind of mental disorder (not intended as insult). There is no room for discussion, if you are mentally healthy and an expert about this area.

I do not expect to be understood by these kind of people ...

I would hate to see what would happen if Thais, Farangs and Wat's quit feeding, all of these dogs, at this particular time.

Until there is a humane solution, put into place with spaying, neutering, prisoners, housing, cleaning, training, for adoption, more Vets, discounting, so more people, would bring them in, a place for student Vets, to learn, on the job training.

A fed watered stray dog is a hundred times, more safer to be around, then a hungry, thirsty, rocks thrown at, abused, dog.

If all the gripers took a little responsibility, took an active part in helping instead of griping, being part of the solution is not only rewarding, it makes one realize they to can help, where you came from has no baring what so ever, to Thailand.

Many dogs are in heat as I type, male dogs like Farangs on Walking Street at Midnight, go a little crazy.

Shit happens, very sad about baby, untended, sound like she also could have been run over by a car, there is 100 folds, more dangers with all these, crazy drunk or not, drivers in a hurry going no where, except maybe hurting or killing someone else, the dogs are a very small problems compared to humans, we all need to take a long look into a mirror before being judge and jury of anther's life, be it dog, wildlife or whatever.

I know of several friendly soi dogs that I pass when out walking. But when they form a large enough pack they lose their fear and become very, very, dangerous. I'm a big bloke but I would have no chance against a pack of 20 dogs, and that's the situation I once had to get myself out of. And they only form large packs where idiots come and feed them every day. Less food, less dogs.

Anyone who has never been threatened by a large pack of stray dogs should think twice before posting comments about how cute and loveable they all are.

Some are cute and loveable like humans, some are also mean, run in packs, we were never promised a rose garden. we don't feed packs, we feed hungry, thirsty friendly, some scared dogs, If one is wise, one can tell the difference and avoid places others hang, be it gangs of humans or dogs.

Aloha

The Pollution Solution Group are one of the guilty ones, we feed, water, apply mange medicine to around 50 dogs and when we can, take them to the vet, we had one dogs leg, amputated from car accident, owned by a homeless person, gave them some baht for the dog, named Heartbeat and had her adopted, (A rags to riches story) another dog lost her eye, both cost 2 thousand baht each.

Today at Soi 6 Jomtien Beach, a lovely lovable female dog, we named Sweetheart, that lives on the beach, is in heat and for the past few days 7 male dogs, fighting, trying to mate, scaring people, making a mess, we took her to the vet to be spayed and make it safer for the beach-goers, when the smoke clears, 2 thousand baht, she will need to stay there for 7 days, we feed, water the local, harmless, strays, or with homeless people, we find a fed, watered dog is not a problem, we are doing our best to spay and neuter these dogs, letting them, live out there lives.

We are always open for help, be it dog food or vet help.

We rather not, be the judge and jury of the lives of mans best friend, assisting them and reaching out for humane solutions is our goal.

Helping the Voiceless be it Children, Wildlife, Waterways, Soil and of course Mans best friend, is our goal.

The govt vet by fire station charges 500 baht a spaying, I take lots of soi dogs,I take stitches out after about 8 days

Kapun Krup, Mahalo Nui Loa, Thank You Very Much

Aloha

The Pollution Solution Group are one of the guilty ones, we feed, water, apply mange medicine to around 50 dogs and when we can, take them to the vet, we had one dogs leg, amputated from car accident, owned by a homeless person, gave them some baht for the dog, named Heartbeat and had her adopted, (A rags to riches story) another dog lost her eye, both cost 2 thousand baht each.

Today at Soi 6 Jomtien Beach, a lovely lovable female dog, we named Sweetheart, that lives on the beach, is in heat and for the past few days 7 male dogs, fighting, trying to mate, scaring people, making a mess, we took her to the vet to be spayed and make it safer for the beach-goers, when the smoke clears, 2 thousand baht, she will need to stay there for 7 days, we feed, water the local, harmless, strays, or with homeless people, we find a fed, watered dog is not a problem, we are doing our best to spay and neuter these dogs, letting them, live out there lives.

We are always open for help, be it dog food or vet help.

We rather not, be the judge and jury of the lives of mans best friend, assisting them and reaching out for humane solutions is our goal.

Helping the Voiceless be it Children, Wildlife, Waterways, Soil and of course Mans best friend, is our goal.

It's not hard to see why when you look at the kids eating butter soaked, sugar coated breads for breakfast, brunch, lunch, afternoon snack, dinner, pre-bed snack.

There are students at the school my kids go to, that have elephant feet; that is their legs and calf muscles are bigger than their feet, so it looks like they have elephant feet, just a round mass of flesh contacting the ground.

This can't be healthy.

Keeping in mind, who brought over, all the fast junk food, places and coke, (all for profit, no health concerns) not saying that's the only problem, but sure adds.

Happy hour has been outlawed in many parts of the US for decades now.

True, many local governments have outlawed Happy Hour to reduce binge drinking, but it is still legal in most of the U.S. I believe the U.K. is considering similar rules for the same reason. Of course this isn't really relevant to a Chiang Mai forum.

The main problem is that happy hour is when people stop in after work for 2 for 1 or 3 for 1 drinks before continuing their drive home.

Some of the people they run over - or the surviving relatives - complain to the "nanny state".

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Keeping "some" sober, until they get home to take care of family or just make it home, could be a move in the right direction, some of us, just can't, have one, and getting 2 for 1 is the start of a shit-faced night, I see, said the blind man.

There is a silver lining to this. All the muck and dirt gets washed of the streets and flushed the drains out to the sea. Some pavements are left in a disgusting state by street vendors.

Keeping in mind, Seldom, if ever the Storm Drains are being Pumped Out, to Remove, all the Garbage, that Washes into, Dumped into, Plastic, Styrofoam, Toxic Cigarette Butts, Used Cooking and Motor Oil , Rotten Food, Disposable Lighters, +,+,+.

Many Drains will Clog, Backwash and Dump Contaminated Water into Streets, Homes, Businesses, Making Many Ill, then go into our Seafood's Home, to Eat, Die or We Eat, get Sick.

Never seems to be a stitch in time, It only takes "K I S S" Keep It Simple Stupid, "Preventive Maintenance"

im 52 and the wife is 27, together 7 years baby due in sept, very very happy,

so what you think about age diff is shhhite

It's not the years, it's what's between the ears, If the click and chemistry is there, years are just a number.

"Who's Your Daddy" some seek and want an older man, more settled, sensible, this is seldom found.

It's out there, far and few between and mostly a dream.

Chemistry and mutual love, not one sided, blind lust, which most, get hooked on.

Hope you have found your peace.

Yes, he is at peace. He is in a better kingdom now. The kingdom of heaven with God. May God bless you sir.

Heaven and Hell is on Earth, obviously the young man was in Hell and could not find his Heaven.

Very sad story, checking out so early in life, before finding a better path to travel.

I really suggest everyone in Thailand planning to use a bus or minivan to first double check all tires!

Not knowing or saying this is the case, but way to many people drive with "one hand" on the steering wheel, blowouts can happen with new or old, tires, due to weight, speed, potholes, rocks and other items, one hand on the wheel and a blow out, can jerk ones mode of transportation be it, motorcycle, car, truck, bus for a split second and at high speeds, that's all it takes to lose control and crash.

So very sad.

Much stricter driving rules, more education, heavy fines, need to be in place.

Come on Tommo... thats such a broad generalisation. I would be devastated if I were not able to trust my kids.

I once believed I could trust my (former) wife and (former) kids ...... now I know better.

Fool me once, shame on you, fool me twice, shame on me.

Judging ones present, by ones past, is using yesterdays history, to guide tomorrows mystery, settling in ones past (learning from it) engaging in the now, making sure ones past, diplomas, of the good, bad and ugly, make one chose wiser paths, to trek on, it is never to late to change ones ways, If they cause people to lose love, respect or desire to share a life together, not saying that was ones case, but something to run through the canyons of ones mind.

I used to cast the blame on others, then I looked in the mirror, quit drugs, drinking, smoking, bitching and these past 30+ years have been priceless, of course I've killed my dragons and a clean and sober life attracts a different type of people..Hey what do I know, I'm just the garbageman, adding my 25 satong...It is not a bad idea to have a forgotten stash, that you remember in case of a rainy day.

Aloha

Batten down the hatches, stock up on water, flashlight working, If your ground level, raise your valuables.

Better safe then sorry.

Not to worry, he probably eats out of bins, so has a healthier diet than most Thais.

From what I have seen in the past 12 years, most Thai's eat much healthier food then Farangs, unless they are eating Farang food at McDonald's or other fast junk food chains, from Farang country's.

We brought the junk, coke, plastic, Styrofoam and other things that have made Thailand a dumping ground of junk foods and non-biodegradable products, without the education on how to control it. mirror mirror on the wall...Thai's were doing fine before the Farang and their bad habits changed it all.

Personally, I have no problem with it at all and think it should be supported. BUT, unfortunately I doubt its a good marketing ploy.

There are way too many Western men who dislike gays and/or trans-sexuals. The Western world is (generally) far less tolerant than Thailand.

This airline only flies to Asian locations at the moment. They attract mostly curiosity with Asians, just look at all the Chinese tour buses in front of the various transgender cabaret shows, so I don't think it will be a problem. This could be a good business decision.

They could have some nasty incidents flying to certain countries though

What about layovers? Airlines typically room crew together. Where do you put such confusiion? Whose rights take precedence? What about public restrooms? The civilized world has laws.

Who ever said the civilized world was correct........about anything. We have made many mistakes as civilized people and we keep making them so to become hard line about something we don't understand is pure stupidity we can see that throughout history.. The other day American Airlines had a female flight attendent go nuts on a plane.... Have you ever seen the flight attendents in America....they can't fire them because of there age......then to hear about this lady.......this is the first time I have ever heard that they cannot fire someone because they have mental problems....<deleted> What kind of law is that.....is this the level the level of intellegance that the Western worlds consider conducive to a safe enviroment for everyone. What about the rights of 300 ppl on the plane that are supposed to be entrusting this lady's wisdom.....I liked when they said....everything is ok.....she just forgot to take her medicine. This is not good judgement by the Western policy which tells you that they don't know or understand everything.....and this is just one example....out millions. Hitstory tells us that we are habitual F*(% UP's and we seem to find the weakest people to take it out on.

Now that's what I'm talkin about, Kapun Kup, Mahalo Nui Loa, Thank You Very Much, cha,cha,cha.

Definition of the word tolerance:

The capacity for or the practice of recognizing and respecting the beliefs or practices of others.

I know the definition, thanks.

You did not answer to my question. WHY must I respect their practices at the first place - prior to my own ones? Sorry, I dare not.

Your right! You must respect yourself first, sadly though some never do.

Definition of the word tolerance:

The capacity for or the practice of recognizing and respecting the beliefs or practices of others.

I know the definition, thanks.

You did not answer to my question. WHY must I respect their practices at the first place - prior to my own ones? Sorry, I dare not.

Having respect for self, others, being fully responsible for all of ones actions. I'm finding way to many farangs over here are just little boys in older bodies, incapable of a normal relationship and being judge and jury on others, deciding how someone else should live, be, act.

Wanna-be is OK and up to that person, get over yourselves and direct your own lives, this Macho stuff, is getting old.

Live and let live, judge ones self, before judging others, mirror, mirror on the wall, I realize there are many farangs out there that are understanding adults, but on these post, they are far and few between, most sounds like having a major lack of understanding, grumpy old men.

Don't get me wrong, there are a few of you mature understanding people out there that live and let live, not trying to be a God, leading the flock down their narrow path, that you can't be a girl in a boys body or visa-verse, we are "all" different, some more then others, grow up and live with it.

Just drink Pepsi, problem solved!

Extract from http://grist.org dated 2011-02-16:

"When you think of "caramel," you probably imagine cooking sugar until it turns brown. But that's not quite what soda manufacturers do to blacken carbonated water for cola. According to CSPI, here's what they do:

Caramel Color IV (synonyms: ammonia sulfite process caramel, sulfite ammonia caramel, sulfite ammonia process caramel, acid-proof caramel, beverage caramel, and soft-drink caramel) is prepared by the controlled heat treatment of carbohydrates with ammonium-containing and sulfite-containing compounds.

So, they take carbohydrates and cook them up with ammonia-based chemicals. In addition to dark color, the process also yields a carcinogenic chemical called 4-methylimidazole, or 4-MI for short. CSPI points to studies on both rats and mice fed 4-MI showing significant carcinogenic effects.

Evidence of 4-MI's cancer-causing power is so strong, CSPI points out, that just last month, the state of California added [PDF] the substance to its list of "chemicals known to the state to cause cancer." "California has determined that [4-MI] levels above 16 micrograms per day pose a significant risk," CSPI reports. How much is in a can of cola? According to CSPI, 130 micrograms — eight times higher than California's danger threshold. Drink two cans per day, and you're ingesting 16 times the level deemed dangerous by California."

BTW: When reacted with sulfites, caramel color retains traces of sulfite after processing. Further, the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) classifies and regulates caramel color in Title 21 CFR 73.85 as a generally recognized as safe (GRAS) color additive EXEMPT FROM CERTIFICATION.

As for the claim that Coca-cola never changed their receipt in 125 year, that is pure commercial talk. The coca disappeared from the regular formula; phosphoric acid (as indicated on the can) replaced another one I cannot remember; in most western countries, natural caramel was replaced with an industrial substitute (which legislation allowed to be called caramel!); the cheaper high-fructose corn syrup has replaced the natural sugar (some of my Californian acquaintances claim to taste the difference between a US regular Coke with HFCS and a Mexican Coke with sugar from cane);….

Thank You

For setting it straight, so many people don't realize this, due to false advertising, the tremendous harm it does to their children, you hit the nail on the head, Mahalo.

never to old for stupid decisions....

Thanks, I resemble that remark, thought I learned all the answers and then they changed all the questions, I used to say the nicest thing about growing up, Is that you don't have to, boy, have I been wrong for way to many years, waking up and smelling the geritol has it's merits, cha,cha,cha.