SunsetT

Wow! Hope u dont lose your elephant before u can buy one...

Sure...They could have parachuted him out over Iran!

I agree as those out and about are quite likely worse the wear for drink and/or drugs, just as I was in my misspent youth. Or there could be teenage gang members looking for trouble. At that time there is always an increased risk of trouble/violence just as in any Western city. But generally Udon is very peaceful with any violence being Thai on Thai. There was one exception that I know of though which must have been about 10 years ago now, when 2 farangs were attacked and killed by a couple of Thai men while just sitting and chatting in Nong Prajak park at about 4am. I recall reading later that it was a copycat attack of the controversial murders of 2 young backpackers on Koh Tao which is well known as Death Island....Dont go there!

So what is an 'elephant bell' and what is it used for?

Hold on! Dont be so quick to judge! Could be that he suffers from schizophrenia or manic depression which can also cause paranoid delusions, and forgot to take his medication.

So have you received a reply from them?

I have been taking Thai manufactured GMP certified 800/1000mg per day with 3 black peppercorns for years, simply as possible protection from developing Alzheimers. I read about reputable research on mice years ago which indicated this and even reversed the dementia to a degree. I have also read that Alzheimers cases are relatively low in India which might also support its efficacy. The only health claim for this product is as an antiflatulent. Doesnt work for me in that respect though....555.

But you never know when you might need it. Especially for the vital task of opening a bottle of Leo...555.

I have been carrying one in my daypack/ backpack in Thailand for 17 years and to and from the UK annually. But I always put it in my checked baggage, never in hand luggage to risk confiscation.

When I 1st came to Thailand my Thai lady and 2 friends took me to Vientiane. We crossed the bridge and hired a taxi and driver on the other side for the day to visit all the sights. I dont recall much about it or the cost, which I no doubt paid! If it had been very expensive I would remember it....555.

Any particular river in mind or any old river?

Glad u completed it. I remember the 1st time I used it years ago. Over and over I couldnt go back in to complete my application as I had simply not ticked/selected the correct date range which was way off screen needing scrolling a good scroll below. With so many complaints during/immediately after Covid, the then Thai PM Prayut demanded that the site be improved. Sounds like little was done if anything! Unbelievable given the time since it was introduced and the number of tourists/visitors Thailand must have lost that understandably gave up on it and went elsewhere.

Attended one Spanish bullfight 1st time abroad in 1973. Not only cruel but really really boring; the same old ritual played out over and over again.

It will be interesting to hear what their reply is.

Nice attitude!

So reassuring to read a post on here from someone who knows everything.

They have to give the new IOs purchasing their 'job for life' posts training; i.e., something to do. New IO #1 uploads 1 scanned copy to online system. New IO #2 shreds all copies. New IO #3 transfers shredded copies to recycle bin. New IO #4 incinerates contents of recycle bin in the back yard. At least 3 copies are essential to create this illusion of work and the vital physical and psychological stimulation necessary to provide job satisfaction.

If you ask for a receipt they will probably change their mind and give the 500thb back to you. This happened to me just this week when I went for transfer of O visa retirement extension stamps and re-entry permit to be transferred from an old passport to new. IO asked for 500thb with a smile and I said I did not know there was a charge but handed over 500thb saying 'Can I have a receipt please'. Her face dropped and turned to tell her supervisor sitting at the back. Then she gave back the 500thb saying 'No problem for you'.

Yes. They are valid for 1 year. I just checked my last one to make sure.

I remember reading that Thailand halted a deal with China on this rail project many years ago. One of the reasons given being that China insisted on owning the 1 kilometre of land either side of the railway line. This would mean all ancillary businesses to the railway, and all others no doubt on that land, would be Chinese owned and controlled No wonder Thailand backed out of that deal.

But they are too late. Sadly he died 2 years ago.

"is now recuperating in the Neurosurgical Intensive Care Unit (NICU)" Could he have had a lobotomy? That would explain the pardon.

Bejesus! I never knew elephants could move that fast; to reach Loburi and arrest that thief so quickly... 🙃.

In English respect is embedded in and can be shown in good manners. I try to to teach my partners Thai kids that it is important to use please and thank you and kaa and krap as it shows that you are respecting someone as an equal and not talking down to them. Sadly it has been forgotten that good manners function as a social lubricant to promote a harmonious society.

rent an old minivan..........In Thailand?