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I saw canned air at Power Buy, but it was ridiculously expensive.

Not really a big deal as long as your visa hasn't expired, is it?

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WOW...let me tell you, as a former musician myself, he has major changes ahead if he wants to stay sober. Partying is part of a musician's lifestyle. My problem wasn't alcohol, it was drugs. They were everywhere, usually free, and it was abnormal not to partake. It is probably the worst situation for a substance abuser to be in. The hardest choice I ever had to make was quitting the music business, but when I got married I couldn't justify the lifestyle. Out on the road, the temptations of drugs, alcohol, and other women are overwhelming. To gain the stability my marriage required, I quit the business, and went the 9 to 5 route. It has not been easy, and I miss my former life. Many times I even feel guilty for "rejecting my muse", and giving up the career I felt destined for. But we have been happily married (mostly) for over 40 years. If I had not made that choice, I would be dead and gone.

Your boyfriend has a lot of self-examination and hard choices ahead.

Can I buy with my UK credit card or via my iTunes account if I put the right money for the MBA in there?

I used a US credit card with no problem. Give them a call or email about Itunes account.

Does it matter if they are happy or not? The main thing is they do what you tell them when you tell them to do it.

Not married, are you?

Recently bought a new Imac from Apple online. 100% excellent transaction. The only way to go. Prices are comparable to US, and the education store will save you a few bucks. No taxes, VAT, or customs. Best of all, no counterfeit software!

My Thai wife and I spent 40 years in California. We both worked, and lived a comfortable life. 5 years ago, we retired and built a house in Northern Thailand. We both looked forward to our "golden years". While we do live well on our retirement funds, we both agree that if we could afford to live in California without working, we would go back.

Alkalinity is crucial to stabilizing the PH. You use sodium bicarbonate to raise the alkalinity to 100-120ppm. After that, check the PH and adjust as needed; soda ash to raise it, acid to lower it. Always check and adjust alkalinity first, or your PH will bounce up and down like a roller coaster. Get a good 4 way test kit that measures free chlorine, total chlorine, PH and alkalinity.

Good advice from "The Old Git". I am tired of smiling, bowing, and being led around like a sheep when I know I'm being fed a load of bull from a Thai business. The staff will lie to your face, and try to sell you everything from insurance policies to CDs of the King's music.

Arm yourself with the facts, and don't let them push you around.

Sounds like a tutorial on how to have a miserable stay in Thailand in 3 easy steps.

1. See everything as negative as possible.

2. Arm yourself with the ultimate negative attitude.

3. "Just let these uncivilized people try anything with me."

Why is it that some expats -- like me and lots of others I know -- never ever have these kinds of problems?

I opened a Kasikorn account last Wednesday. While in the process, a very polite and attractive young lady

came to me and offered a savings plan that includes free insurance. I asked if they have some literature in

English? They gave me some. I said let me study this and I'll get back to you. They said sure.

Except for the language it could have been a U.S. bank. All friendly, all civil and professional. No hassle, no

pressure, no ill feelings. The same pleasant experience I had when buying car insurance, renting a house,

renewing my drivers license. I've never had a hassle here. And I've heard many other say the same.

I wonder why...

I wonder why, with over 40 posts to this thread, yours is the only one that talks about how wonderful you've been treated. You are surely in the minority. Hope it stays that way for you.

Just for the record, I have never had a problem with Kasikorn Bank, and I never start any dealings with a negative attitude. But if the other party starts seeing me as a target, I won't put up with it. If you have never experienced that, you are very fortunate.

BTW, I would read the fine print on that savings account. Call me suspicious, but "free insurance" sounds highly unlikely.

I will also emphasize "tough love". It's the only way. If he thinks he can manipulate you, you will be amazed at how insidious he will become. It will be a Jekyll and Hyde situation. As said, many partners are pushed to the point where they just have to walk away. We all hope that won't happen to you. He really has to want to stay sober. A half-hearted effort will fail. You will know if he's sincere or not.

You alluded to "the club scene". Does he own or work in a club/bar? If so, you are dealing with a nearly impossible situation. He can't be in that atmosphere, and remain sober. If at age 39, he has already destroyed his liver, and is having seizures and hallucinations, the only way for him to succeed is to never take that first drink again for the rest of his life. The reality is that won't happen if he spends his time in a club. He can't even walk through the door.

People with guns kill the most people.

 

 

Actually when the embassy denies visa, they will not give you any exfoliation. Even you hire a lawyer your wife still need to go for an interview. It really depends on the embassy.

Tell your wife to check www.usvisa4thai.com. It's a Thai community that Thai women share theirs experiences and help one another. It may help.


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Why would one go to an Embassy for the removal of dead skin??

I don't understand your expression.


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I believe you probably meant to say the embassy "will not give you any explanation".

"Exfoliation" does indeed mean the removal of dead skin cells.
 

Keep the faith, Firegirl. You guys will make it, one day at a time.

I wish I could have attended that Jimmy Cliff concert with him! ...( just thought you could use a laugh )

You obviously haven't had CTH. Makes True look good.

This I believe. Checked it out at a friend's house. Totally abysmal. Not even a TV Guide to tell you what's on. On second thought...that's probably a good thing.

Fred: Your thread is the most enjoyable thing I have ever seen in TV forums.

Many thanks!

To answer your question; yes, they are so incompetent.

Stay strong. Your boyfriend is very lucky to have you fighting for him. I hope he knows that. I'm sure a lot of people have given up on him already. He has a long road ahead, but he can still make it if he wants to. Think positive, and a little praying won't hurt either.

You will also need a lot of patience trying to get information from his doctors. In Thailand, doctors have a bigger God complex than in the US (believe it or not). Patients just follow their instructions, and don't ask questions. My experience is they get irritated when you seek information, or question their methods. Don't let them intimidate you. You deserve to know what they are doing. Remain calm (if possible) but insist on having a dialog with them regarding his present treatment, and the course to follow in the future.

I use the COMBO method, and still am required to have the bank account portion seasoned for 3 months. It is the Nan Immigration office. They are also among the few offices that still require a medical certificate.

The official policies are good to know, but ultimately it is your branch office who makes the decisions. It's not the way it should be, but is the way it is.

Watching a loved one go through severe alcohol withdrawal is very frightening. My mother had seizures after "drying out", and they would strike without warning. It was terrifying when it happened at home or in the grocery store. The doctors prescribed an anti-epilepsy drug called "dilantin" which did help when she would take them. The positive side is that the withdrawal symptoms will stop after the person gets sober for a while. The problem then becomes staying off the alcohol. My mother couldn't stay sober for long, and would repeat the cycle again. She lived in denial, wouldn't even consider professional help, and died in her 50's. Not a success story, but the hard truth.

Your boyfriend needs to join Alcoholics Anonymous, and really want to stay sober. It's a lifelong commitment and not easy. He's already done a lot of damage to his body. If he doesn't stop drinking completely, he won't be around long. When he gets out of the hospital, find your nearest AA chapter and go with him. He will need a lot of support, and he will need to be frightened enough to not relapse. For your sake, I hope he can fully realize what he is doing to both of you, and stop destroying himself.

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Well, I would definitely pull the plug on the Thai soap shows, and blame it on a lightning strike.

Hmm...Could you repeat that, please?