anterian

Has the Thai military ever heard of the the Lernaean Hydra ?

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lernaean_Hydra

THAI will use retired pilots for the airฌline and will source cabin crew and staffs from outsource company Wind Span Co - like most other lowcost carriers.

Do retired pilots come cheaper?

surely a pilot retires because he is past the safe flying age, slower reflexes etc. I assume the copilot will be replaced by a trained paramedic and defibrillators will be stand cabin equipment?

Is this a Democrat supporters chat room?

I guess quandow thinks he is an English grammarian

Well is an adverb , good is an adjective.

"good English" is a phrasal noun.

He speak good English, is more emphatic than he speaks English well.

Why bother with an election at all, just have a lottery for all candidates. probably get a government just as (In)effective as an elected one and much cheaper. But then the electorate would miss out on their 500Baht per head voting subsidy, so just give every voter 500 Baht and hold a lottery.

Reds and yellows can't object as they all believe in fate and destiny.

What I find amusing is that these rip off merchants, anywhere in Thailand, always assume that one's Thai partner will be on their side. i enjoy watching their faces when mine lets rip if she thinks they are trying to con me.

Thailand is a nation of tribal warfare, mistakenly called politics, why should the youth be any different.

Thais are gamblers, win or lose, they do not like compromise. Compromise is seen as weakness to be exploited by your enemies. To lose means you reserve the right to try again.

"Concrete policy platforms about women, such as the problems of violence and unfair treatment against women".

In a nation of predominantly male chauvinists that would be a real uphill struggle.

Unfortunately the kernel of truth in the article has been submerged by resentment at the terminology used. Further, remarks aimed at a specific stereotype have been taken as applying to all. The fat, ageing, tattooed, beer swilling, bar girl user, does exist, they can be found anywhere where the bargirl scene is common. they are a small, conspicuous minority. Yet for those of us who are not in this group to deny it exists is a head in the sands attitude.

The article is a valid evaluation of a particular type of expat, if it does not apply to you it does not make it less true. The resentment voiced towards the writer, by many, suggests that his comments may be too close to comfort for these people.

No hard hats, no hat lights, i assume you are just casual cavers then not a regular caving club?

TIT dude, tropical weather mean's dressing down, not up

In Europe interior temperature in caves is around 8 Celsius, winter or summer, I would assume that it is the same here, after the first 100m into a cave system. I agree the clothes you wear are up to you, Again in Europe we walk to the entrances in whatever, then change before we go in. But a simple hard hat is sensible and a helmet light is practical in a tight passage on hands and knees.

Are these wet or dry caves?

Wet cave in parts.

We wore firm hats but not hard hat type.

It's a shame so many in Thailand do nothing for the most part and are content to idle away while there's so much around to do

Unless it is a cave like goatchurch, which is the caving equivalent of the "rush hour", one should never cave solo. As caving seems to be a farang sport, for example the Sabah system was opened up by farang teams, unless you have an interested group of local farangs caving is limited in Thailand.

I posted a long comment yet only the first line appeared, is this to be blamed in True or some tactic by the mods?

I'll be damned if I write it again.

No, the software has been flakey lately. I have written comments and had three versions posted. It may also be their DBMS and your browser.

Mods don't erase partially without making a notation as to why and what. Or the whole post goes bye bye and another replaces it with reasons.

Hm, 2 months ago the Nation blog servers died and have never been sorted, then last week we hear that the Thai national ID database is inoperative, now you say Thavisa is on the blink, just what is the problem with IT skills in Thailand.

I guess this is off topic so don't feel obliged to reply

Nothing more selective in my comment than in your response. This is for the position of PM and being seen as a capable orator who can actually get his/her points across and convince people is of vital importance particularly internationally. .... sincerity when not based upon facts/truth just doesn't go far ... and the emotional appeal has obviously failed Yingluck in court in the past.

I just don't see Yingluck sitting at an ASEAN meeting waiting on the SMS from her surrogate dad (her older brother that she described that way) telling her how to reply being very good for the image of Thailand

Thais are an insular people, often to the extent of being Xenophobic. When they vote they will not be thinking how the outside world views their elected, whether it be ASEAN, UN or the G20. Thailand patently is not concerned by its global image, if you claim otherwise then read the hundreds of posts on this theme in this forum. Incidentally I am not supporting Yingluck, I know nothing of her, but I feel that you write her off too easily and without taking into account the fact that TIT

I was replying to your point of a "court of law" ----

If you think that in the "court of public opinion" that she can hold her own in Thailand, then that argues for her "handlers" having her debate Abhisit. If you know nothing of her, you might want to look up her past activities and her exposure in the Asset Forfeiture Case.

i have some knowledge of the matter to which you refer

I posted a long comment yet only the first line appeared, is this to be blamed in True or some tactic by the mods?

I'll be damned if I write it again.

Nothing more selective in my comment than in your response. This is for the position of PM and being seen as a capable orator who can actually get his/her points across and convince people is of vital importance particularly internationally. .... sincerity when not based upon facts/truth just doesn't go far ... and the emotional appeal has obviously failed Yingluck in court in the past.

I just don't see Yingluck sitting at an ASEAN meeting waiting on the SMS from her surrogate dad (her older brother that she described that way) telling her how to reply being very good for the image of Thailand

Thais are an insular people, often to the extent of being Xenophobic. When they vote they will not be thinking how the outside world views their elected, whether it be ASEAN, UN or the G20. Thailand patently is not concerned by its global image, if you claim otherwise then read the hundreds of posts on this theme in this forum. Incidentally I am not supporting Yingluck, I know nothing of her, but I feel that you write her off too easily and without taking into account the fact that TIT

I was replying to your point of a "court of law" ----

If you think that in the "court of public opinion" that she can hold her own in Thailand, then that argues for her "handlers" having her debate Abhisit. If you know nothing of her, you might want to look up her past activities and her exposure in the Asset Forfeiture Case.

i have some knowledge of the matter to which you refer

Nothing more selective in my comment than in your response. This is for the position of PM and being seen as a capable orator who can actually get his/her points across and convince people is of vital importance particularly internationally. .... sincerity when not based upon facts/truth just doesn't go far ... and the emotional appeal has obviously failed Yingluck in court in the past.

I just don't see Yingluck sitting at an ASEAN meeting waiting on the SMS from her surrogate dad (her older brother that she described that way) telling her how to reply being very good for the image of Thailand

Thais are an insular people, often to the extent of being Xenophobic. When they vote they will not be thinking how the outside world views their elected, whether it be ASEAN, UN or the G20. Thailand patently is not concerned by its global image, if you claim otherwise then read the hundreds of posts on this theme in this forum. Incidentally I am not supporting Yingluck, I know nothing of her, but I feel that you write her off too easily and without taking into account the fact that TIT

Animatic, no quotes, too many nested

I know nothing of Yingluck's abilities, positive or negative, but I do have a fair knowledge of Abhisit's abilities. I think you are attaching too much import to his speaking skills, just a few hours watching Thai TV makes it clear that sophisticated dialogue is not the Thai way.

Whilst a debate between the two might seem a victory for Abhisit to a farang observer, I would hesitate to assume that Thais would think the same. No matter how long we live in Thailand we still fall into the trap of using logic rather than Thainess.

A rather predictable response from an ardent Abhisit supporter. So let me put it this way to you. in a Court of Law, it is not often the elegant and erudite witness that influences the jury, far more often it is the sincere but less able speaker who is listened to.

In Thailand the people are the jury, I do not think Abhisit's debating skills will be that important, partly because rhetoric and oratory float like a lead balloon with the Thai style of discussion Rather I think the two will be judged by their sincerity and emotions. Abhisit is a cold fish at best, he lacks passion.

I don't know which courts of law you are talking about ..... In most courts the witness that can stay calm and respond with the truth or facts, and that doesn't "trip up" when challenged by the opposing lawyer (or even their own lawyer in some cases) tends to be given more weight. Thus the ability to speak with composure and poise is certainly an important factor. The exception to this is when making an argument from emotion .... like Yingluck crying for the court in the past ... and we all know how much good that did her

thank you for the selective comment, I said sincerity and emotions (note the order), your reply singled out "emotion" and conveniently overlooked "sincerity", it's an old trick but I'm even older

public speaking is a learnt skill and has no direct bearing on one's ability to formulate and execute policies. The debate is at the core of the British higher education system, hence Abhisit scores well against ordinary Thais who lack his background. However, when Abhisit is seen performing against British questioners, for example on "Hard talk", he comes across as mediocre.

For Abhisit to challenge Yingluck is like a middle ranking chess master challenging a novice. There is no kudos in a win. But then being a chess master does not mean you can mend a fuse, or even be an able politician.

Oratory most certainly DOES have much to do with a Prime Minister job on both the local and international stages. To think otherwise is myopic at best, and foolhardy in most cases, and suicidal at worst.

A rather predictable response from an ardent Abhisit supporter. So let me put it this way to you. in a Court of Law, it is not often the elegant and erudite witness that influences the jury, far more often it is the sincere but less able speaker who is listened to.

In Thailand the people are the jury, I do not think Abhisit's debating skills will be that important, partly because rhetoric and oratory float like a lead balloon with the Thai style of discussion Rather I think the two will be judged by their sincerity and emotions. Abhisit is a cold fish at best, he lacks passion.

public speaking is a learnt skill and has no direct bearing on one's ability to formulate and execute policies. The debate is at the core of the British higher education system, hence Abhisit scores well against ordinary Thais who lack his background. However, when Abhisit is seen performing against British questioners, for example on "Hard talk", he comes across as mediocre.

For Abhisit to challenge Yingluck is like a middle ranking chess master challenging a novice. There is no kudos in a win. But then being a chess master does not mean you can mend a fuse, or even be an able politician.

Aha!

To gallop into the Musselman fray on the back of a (very small) buffalo, sharpened bamboo poles at the ready! To offer succour to all the fair bargirls in distress (no doubt bound to a sacrificial dance pole) and save them from the perils of the beer-breathing farangs! To put the needs of all others before themselves! To rally against corruption and the oppressed! To sleep on bare earth without a bed! To take the the vows of chastity, poverty and obedience and renounce all worldly goods. To . . . oh what am I saying. Start again . . .

To get a big diploma to hang on the wall. To call themselves Sir Somchai or Sir Nong. To collect more 4-baht gold than their friends and buy at least one Iphone, Ipad and Mercedes on credit without question. To now be seen as so important that more bribes are offered to them for more things. To sh*g freely all the adoring young virgins that now want to throw themselves at their feet. To slay dragons, rivals, anything really, without question or contestation or the need to put ribbons on old trees or sleep 16 to a house to keep ghosts away. To become a real someone that has risen above the others.

I can see the appeal. The rainforest-dwellers in the Congo do the same sort of thing with old rainbow-CDs, squeaky toys, mirror tiles and fridge magnets.

Small world, innit.

R

Excellent Rob. Next step up will be to become Paladins of the order of Charlemagne. Why stop at a knight?

No hard hats, no hat lights, i assume you are just casual cavers then not a regular caving club?

TIT dude, tropical weather mean's dressing down, not up

In Europe interior temperature in caves is around 8 Celsius, winter or summer, I would assume that it is the same here, after the first 100m into a cave system. I agree the clothes you wear are up to you, Again in Europe we walk to the entrances in whatever, then change before we go in. But a simple hard hat is sensible and a helmet light is practical in a tight passage on hands and knees.

Are these wet or dry caves?

The concept of earthing in Thailand is pretty minimal, the first thing I did when i rewired my home was to fit an RCCB. leakage current below the trip level can be irritating, but with 2 pin plugs I simply plug them in the other way around when this happens

As a type 2 diabetic I regularly check my blood sugar and blood pressure. Seeing me do this many villagers ask to check their BP also. I now know it is normal for them to have a low BP by our standards and equally a higher pulse rate. I am guessing but I think this may be an adaptation to the constant high ambient temperature.

No hard hats, no hat lights, i assume you are just casual cavers then not a regular caving club?

My partner constantly embarrasses me when in typical Thai fashion she tells everyone about my personal problems, from sexual performance to constipation.