curtklay

Well, he surely didn't die from taking 5mg Anapril. Probably just picked up the prescription on his way to work.

Thailand's murder rate is among the highest in the world?? Where did you get that from?

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_countries_by_intentional_homicide_rate

Actually, where do you get any of these statements you're making?

30,000 murders in the states, but we don't hear about them? Where did you hear about them?

And as far as follow up reporting in the states, I think we get an unending barrage of follow ups to any major murder, right up through sentencing.

You would have to be out of your mind to drink tap water in Thailand, or almost anywhere in the world.

Even if the water source is pristine, the pipes and plumbing that it travels through to get to your tap are generally ancient and filthy.

What happened to the railroad killer who raped, killed, and threw the young girl out the window?

I know he got the death penalty, but when can we expect it to be fulfilled?

I have never had any issue that I would put down to the water, but as already said OK for brushing teeth and washing, most bars and restaurants buy in their ice in bags or have it delivered from reputable souses.

Bottled water ids cheap and If you are staying in a hotel you will probably find you get a couple of bottles of drinking water free every day.

I wouldn't buy ice from souses, reputable or not.

(sorry, I couldn't resist.)

I share your outrage, Bernard. But what do you suggest to resolve the problem?

American voters have made it clear they are not willing to give up their "right to keep and bear arms".

You can't protect them from themselves.

Mods:

The TV membership has lost control! PLEASE shut this down before someone gets hurt!!

Tony125:

Where in Thailand do you get Glucosomine/Chondrioton? I have used Osteo Bi-Flex for years, and you are correct; very helpful for knee and joint pain. Unfortunately, does nothing for my back pain caused by damaged vertebrae. But I have had a very hard time finding an equivalent in Thailand. The drug stores carry glucosomine powder, but not the combination. I have been ordering it on Ebay at very high costs. If you can direct me to a local source, I would be very grateful.

I've tried them all. For me, the best one is called "Painelief cool gel".

It contains diclofenic anti-inflammatory, but the information sheet says it does not interact with other meds.

Available everywhere.

As I recall, the hose and regulator were purchased separately. Advise to get the regulator with a "safety button". When you open the tank valve, you have to push the button to start the flow.

Short time blooming expensive there, jokes aside lock em all up and lose the key.

"Jokes"? What jokes?

All I see is a disgusting, insensitive remark; and like all your posts, written by an illiterate.

Have had 3 different models. The hottest by far was "Lucky Flame AT-625" bought at Home Pro for THB 2590.

Direct flame with heavy duty burners (appear to be cast iron).

At maximum setting, it looks like it's going to blast off.

Upon further investigation, you are correct.

That's the last time I'll listen to my wife. (yeah...right )

No, the way you put it in your recap does not sound right. Who is your insurance company? If their policy is to raise your rates for a claim regardless of who is at fault and who pays, I would look for a new insurance company.

The wife says that's the date on those signs plastered all over town.

Life in Thailand is cheap.

Yes, it makes sense in Thailand. My insurance company (Viriyah) told me that unless they can collect from the other party's insurance company, I lose the "no claims discount" at renewal time. I have had my car damaged twice in parking lots while I was inside the store. One case was even captured on the stores security camera. No matter how much I argued that I was not at fault in any way, I was told unless the perpetrator left a note or waited for me to come out of the store, it goes down as a claim against me. Of course, the offending party took off as fast as they could.

He needs to see a Periodontist, a specialist for gum inflammation. Grace Dental Clinic has 2 on their staff.

http://gracedentalclinic.com/

Why don't we do it in the road?

Hello! I am new here and I really don't know where to ask. I need help on what to do. My friend from USA is sending three laptops for my friends and I and he's charged with $120 from USPS. I would like to know if the customs will still charge me for the laptops? Thank you so much

If the declared value is over 1000 baht, you will definitely get charged VAT/customs tax, 7% would be the minimum. They use the declared value plus the shipping cost. Declaring them as "gifts" will most likely not help any more. If they think the declared value is too low for the item, they will open the package and adjust the value as they see fit.

http://www.dutycalculator.com/new-import-duty-and-tax-calculation/

Some people figure it out in 3 months, others take 20 years.

This has been a very emotional topic for the forum.

Indeed it has, and I can't help wondering why. The OP has set off 8 pages of heated replies based on doubt, competition, and certainly, jealousy. I keep waiting for someone to say, "Well, my penis is bigger than yours". I don't blame the OP for bailing out. When I first read his post, I thought 2 things; maybe he's just trolling, or maybe he's proud of his accomplishments and rightfully so. If his story is for real, he has found a near perfect life for himself and his family, and deserves some bragging rights. The "amateur psychologist" who suggested that his wife is only part of his personal decorating scheme really made me laugh. The OP set up a warm and welcoming environment so his wife and child would feel "at home" after being separated, and coming into a new world. Maybe he is familiar with her taste, and did what he thought would appeal to her. If she didn't like the pictures on the wall, she could easily change them. The OP's decorating is surely better than escorting her to a vacant lot, and saying "Welcome to your new home".

I'm still laughing about the poster who prefers "an Isaan shack" to the Florida coast.

As usual, TVF posters have taken the topic off in a thousand directions, mostly misguided. If the OP is honest, and his story is true, then I say "Good for you. You have found the joy that we all seek, whether it's in Thailand or the USA." If he is a troll, he's a damn good one!

I find the op a lot more believable than these last two works of fiction.

paypal english site enrol not thai i buy and sell on ebay all the time and always good ole english.

Perhaps you should post your reply in English.

Sounds too good to be true. You are obviously far better off financially than the average ex-pat. Your story is a fantasy for most of us, and we would trade places with you in a heartbeat.