In fact I suspect I will leave here soon w/o anything concrete.

I am sorry about this oversight. I meant to buy you a small concrete garden figurine before you left.

Next time?

I missing your point ? Wouldn't buying me a saddlebag be more appropriate?

The point:

Your post said you would be leaving without anything concrete and I meant to get you something concrete.

You don't need a saddlebag at this point. When you obtain something concrete, then you can shop for the proper bag to carry it in.

I'll keep my eye out for rentals. Sometimes these people just post a rental on the gate of the place. I don't read Thai but the wife does and she points out those signs to me because we always have new foundation friends coming in, looking for housing. If I see something new, I will PM you.

Thanks Kandahar. Hopefully the house Andrew showed me will pan out. If not would appreciate any help.

Frank