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I Think I Might Have Screwed Up
jaideedave replied to kingstonkid's topic in Thai Visas, Residency, and Work Permits
100% correct.I got mine mailed to me in 7 days last time.1,2,3,4. -
I Think I Might Have Screwed Up
jaideedave replied to kingstonkid's topic in Thai Visas, Residency, and Work Permits
Sam, last time I renewed my pp I did it online with the Cdn Embassy in BKK..I e-mailed the form ,payment etc. They mailed my new pp via EMS within a week. Very quick and easy. -
Does “Not in the Mood” Even Exist in Asia?
jaideedave replied to 123Stodg's topic in ASEAN NOW Community Pub
TH... I tend to agree with you. Also the fact that their Somchai bf wouldn't hesitate to smack them upside the head upon refusal. Sometimes I'll watch the local news on TV with wifey and domestic beatings and worse are a regular scenario. -
Creating a Savings Portfolio for Thai Wife
jaideedave replied to gejohesch's topic in General Topics
"can receive a pension of around 50%, sometimes reduced where there is an age difference of more than 10 years " This is my situation exactly.My wife will receive 37.5% of my CPP,Canada pension as she is below 65. there are other assets as well. My biggest faer is her giving it away to her eldest sister who is a working poor gov't employee. Blood is thicker than water in LOS but I've had a dam'n good run here so who cares! -
Creating a Savings Portfolio for Thai Wife
jaideedave replied to gejohesch's topic in General Topics
Lass,I'm with you on the bullion option. I last bought @ about 26k/baht so have done okay lately.I get some flack from the Bitcoin tribe and I actually owned one at one time. At 74 I never really had a grasp on the block chain and wallets etc. I'll leave that to others. I've never lost $ on gold or dividend stocks but I'm a conservative investor. -
Thai Navy's Submarine Plans Stalled Pending Feasibility Study
jaideedave replied to webfact's topic in Thailand News
Similar to the berthing facilities the Chinese built in Sihanukville for their ships. -
Thai Navy's Submarine Plans Stalled Pending Feasibility Study
jaideedave replied to webfact's topic in Thailand News
As an ex submariner I think it's a waste of money and resources like the aircraft carrier they own. The max depth of the gulf is 85 meters. The boat is 77 meters. That is about 1 boat length + or - . I suppose it would be easy to find in an emergency if the prop was sticking out . Who are they defending against? Myanmar, Cambodia. Laos is landlocked. China? As someone mentioned maybe there are some behind closed doors deals being worked on for everyones mutual benefit. TIT FYI the Persian Gulf is only 90 meters deep and the Yanks have nuke boats there. -
Yingy is in luck.Tony probably still has the neck collar, arm sling and wheelchair she can borrow. They are probably changing the sheets at the Police Hospital private VIP hospital room for her arrival. Maybe they'll repair all the faulty cameras on the 4th floor. OMG this was so predictable. Anyone have a craving for bananas these days? (republic)
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Our house came with a pool.We used it all the time for the 1st year or so. I had major surgery and couldn't use it for over a year. My Thai family seldom use it anymore.I finally drained it and roped the area off. My electric bill dropped by almost 3k as a bonus.
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How much do you pay for health insurance?
jaideedave replied to rudi49jr's topic in Insurance in Thailand
Mason,FYI,I,ve given my Dr a signed copy on a 'DNR" paper aka "Living Will" which instructs the Dr not to keep me in ICU until I expire or the money runs out.My family and Dr both understand this. I'm 74 and have survived a quad bypass and colon C. Thats enough for this old dog. I also exercise daily and only drink a couple beers weekly after a lifetime of being a boozer. -
Thaksin Campaigning in Surin Within Legal Limits, Says Deputy PM
jaideedave replied to snoop1130's topic in Thailand News
This man is single-handedly ruining what is left of any credibility in this LOS.From the zero jail time spent in the VIP Police hospital to the neck brace,arm sling and eye patch, wheelchair farce. Does the Thai population swallow this BS hook,line and sinker? That is my question. I love LOS but this ain't even funny anymore.He's playing everyone for fools! IMHO- 8 replies
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Immigration - totally useless
jaideedave replied to Foxx's topic in Thai Visas, Residency, and Work Permits
Thats exactly the reason I pay an agent 100b to do this for me.I used to do my annual extensions myself for years. Until I was told to get another copy one time too many ...with all the same/correct paperwork ..f that no more for me thank you very much kap! I no longer go to Soi 5 except to get a quick pic and out! I gladly pay for that service. Its really what they want anyway.Easy money from the agents and they can stamp a ton of passports on their lunch breaks. I,ve checked and the signature is exactly the same pre agent and after. I rest my case! -
I have the gold card from Fascino which gets me a 4-5 % discount. 1 year the girl announced that I could use the points I had accumulated the past year. About 20k baht in purchases. I wasn't expecting much and wasn't disappointed . I was gifted a lovely coffee cup.555
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Noisy neighbour in the gated town house
jaideedave replied to villageidiotY2K's topic in General Topics
vi, I agree with you. Condo? I moved from my house in the moo ban of 17 years because they built an Air bnb pool villa next door. Then the 3am pool parties started. I moved to a condo and it is (was) very quiet with a strong no ABNB policy. Last week a Ruskie couple moved in next door. Never a peep until they come back drunk about midnight and the fight begins.She's a screamer and door slammer.After about an hour or so they pass out. Unfortunately we share the same bedroom wall so Ive got a front row seat.It <deleted> up my sleep and I struggle to get back into the slumber zone. Be very fussy which condo you select. You just never know who will be your neighbour. -
Thaksin Shifts from Cheerful Power Broker to Cautious Strategist
jaideedave replied to webfact's topic in Thailand News
As much as I've loved living here in LOS for the past 20 years , I'll be so happy when this clan is gone! Corruption from Tony all the way down and I'm quite sure the whole family is being groomed for future generations.- 39 replies
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RW,Sound advice. I've spoken to the manager fellow a couple times over the years.I bought 10 k Euros from him and he gave me a "special rate" better than advertised. He will deal.When I used to go to Cambo a lot I always bought my USD from them. Nice clean bills.
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In my opinion, this silly job is probably given to the most junior person in the office. When they see what looks like a signature on the line that's good enough. Exactly which rubber stamp from from anywhere on the planet are they looking for? The Boyscouts among us will go to the authorities I suppose.
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Over the years I had a mate sign it over beers. Like you say, they only want some scribbling on the paper then their job is complete. Never to be looked at again. BS really. When I stop spending the $ I'm probably dead.
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What was your job (profession) when you moved to Thailand
jaideedave replied to still kicking's topic in General Topics
Proud owner of a GED diploma. Had a rough start but joined the navy at 17 for 6 years (submariner) 1 year vocational school and 30 years as a stationary engineer. Took early retirement @ 55 and moved to LOS in 2004. Took a few HSE contracts in the O&G Industry in the usual ME <deleted>eholes. Had all the toys over the years, HD,s sail and power boats rv,s and a Rolex. Retired on pensions/savings and happy I didn't piss it all away. Only regret is not obtaining the NEBOSH certification. -
What was your job (profession) when you moved to Thailand
jaideedave replied to still kicking's topic in General Topics
Prerequisite being having small hands and a waterproof watch? -
After surgery a few years ago I suffered renal failure. Until I got it under control I had severe itching mostly on my back but all over my body. No bed bugs in my case. Antihistamines do help.