Popular Post pgrahmm Posted November 25, 2014 Popular Post Share Posted November 25, 2014 Had to get up this morning early and run an errand.....beautiful day in CM - birds singing - perfect weather..... Pried myself slowly awayfrom the beautiful woman that is my wife so not to wake her up - watched her reach out/search for me with her arm and one foot while dead asleep - smiled and tip toed out.... Then one of my biggest decisions of the day on my way out - do I wear the Tevas or flip flops..... Then on to my errand...... We live in the land of plenty - an easy place to live and get along If hungry you can find what/who you'd like to eat 24/7....smiles are plentiful....many things to do and see....many events as well as interesting places waiting to be explored.....interesting people to talk to everywhere - while out and about 2 women struck up conversations with me (no - not those kind of women - or places) makes for a very pleasant environment..... Why - does there seem to be so many bitter, angry, attacking, caustically poisonous, soured, miserable posters ?????? Maybe it just that they are everywhere but no official "Miserable Forum" for people to share their grief with others so they poison threads that they have no business even commenting in....maybe in their home country they just fit in....maybe they come here and turn miserable...... Can anyone enlighten me? 22 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gerry123 Posted November 25, 2014 Share Posted November 25, 2014 hello earth to god come in please we need your help signed abraham 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bkkjames Posted November 25, 2014 Share Posted November 25, 2014 No 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Costas2008 Posted November 25, 2014 Popular Post Share Posted November 25, 2014 OP, no, they don't come here and become miserable. They were miserable all their lives, rejected by their own people, so come to Thailand to spread the disease they are suffering from. 26 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post sipi Posted November 25, 2014 Popular Post Share Posted November 25, 2014 Maybe they have never been to Thailand, and enlighten us from their living rooms; courtesy of Google and WikiPedia? 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post David48 Posted November 25, 2014 Popular Post Share Posted November 25, 2014 I see it as a land of opportunities. Back in the West, I also have opportunities ... same, but different. Make the most of the opportunities as you see them. No-one owes you a living .. do the best the can with the cards that you are dealt. Life is what you make it ... just make the best you can of it. But, just quietly ... the Lassies are lovely, and I like the live music scene. Food ain't half bad either. . 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
benalibina Posted November 25, 2014 Share Posted November 25, 2014 Hmmm....it seems that people like you only remember the negatives written on here. What does that make you ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoiBiker Posted November 25, 2014 Share Posted November 25, 2014 I think maybe they come here to complain because nobody else will listen. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post sipi Posted November 25, 2014 Popular Post Share Posted November 25, 2014 Hmmm....it seems that people like you only remember the negatives written on here. What does that make you ? A "negative" person would have posted... The bloody birds wouldn't shut up so I was awake long before my lazy wife, She had previously labored me with yet another one of her chores. When I was out, typically 2 ladies propositioned me; you just can't escape them in Chiang Mai....Blah...blah.....blah.... 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
benalibina Posted November 25, 2014 Share Posted November 25, 2014 Hmmm....it seems that people like you only remember the negatives written on here. What does that make you ?A "negative" person would have posted...The bloody birds wouldn't shut up so I was awake long before my lazy wife, She had previously labored me with yet another one of her chores. When I was out, typically 2 ladies propositioned me; you just can't escape them in Chiang Mai....Blah...blah.....blah.... Funny.....glad to see you have that quality too. It still does not answer my question though. Those bitter postings, which OP refers to, come from their own experiences, memories. OP remembers, as indicated in his post.....the bitter and angry comments. Me not. Why ? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pgrahmm Posted November 25, 2014 Author Share Posted November 25, 2014 (edited) Hmmm....it seems that people like you only remember the negatives written on here. What does that make you ?A "negative" person would have posted...The bloody birds wouldn't shut up so I was awake long before my lazy wife, She had previously labored me with yet another one of her chores. When I was out, typically 2 ladies propositioned me; you just can't escape them in Chiang Mai....Blah...blah.....blah.... Funny.....glad to see you have that quality too. It still does not answer my question though. Those bitter postings, which OP refers to, come from their own experiences, memories. OP remembers, as indicated in his post.....the bitter and angry comments. Me not. Why ? Nope - I don't like to see good threads reduced/lost to bickering and rancor - especially if no reason or justification for it.....there's many people with good positive things and ideas that shy away because of this - I've had people tell me they quit TVF because of it....it's hard to miss if it hits you in the face.....or derails something interesting/thought provoking/entertaining..... We live a very good life here - why the poison? Makes it stand out all the more..... Hoping to see some realistic takes on Thailand that justify this......what are they seeing? Edited November 25, 2014 by pgrahmm 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoiBiker Posted November 25, 2014 Share Posted November 25, 2014 Hmmm....it seems that people like you only remember the negatives written on here. What does that make you ?A "negative" person would have posted...The bloody birds wouldn't shut up so I was awake long before my lazy wife, She had previously labored me with yet another one of her chores. When I was out, typically 2 ladies propositioned me; you just can't escape them in Chiang Mai....Blah...blah.....blah.... Funny.....glad to see you have that quality too. It still does not answer my question though. Those bitter postings, which OP refers to, come from their own experiences, memories. OP remembers, as indicated in his post.....the bitter and angry comments. Me not. Why ? Nope - I don't like to see good threads reduced/lost to bickering and rancor - especially if no reason or justification for it.....there's many people with good positive things and ideas that shy away because of this - I've had people tell me they quit TVF because of it....it's hard to miss if it hits you in the face.....or derails something interesting/thought provoking/entertaining..... We live a very good life here - why the poison? Makes it stand out all the more..... I know what you mean - there does seem to be one predominant group that shouts down all others at times. Most expats I know see this place as a bit of a joke, which is a shame. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crazy chef 1 Posted November 25, 2014 Share Posted November 25, 2014 Thailand or the forum??? the latter is for joking... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post krisb Posted November 25, 2014 Popular Post Share Posted November 25, 2014 Secret to this place is meet the good guys then ditch the general forum often as possible. Its a miserable place and not really healthy. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post geronimo Posted November 25, 2014 Popular Post Share Posted November 25, 2014 With regard to your question, I think there seems to be so many negs because the positive ones remain silent mostly, creating a false impression that the whingers are the majority when in fact they are definitely a minority. 13 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geronimo Posted November 25, 2014 Share Posted November 25, 2014 Secret to this place is meet the good guys then ditch the general forum often as possible. Its a miserable place and not really healthy. I never seem to get past the general room. Perhaps David or Mr. Toad would be kind enough to lead me to the other rooms one day and really open my eyes! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David48 Posted November 25, 2014 Share Posted November 25, 2014 Secret to this place is meet the good guys then ditch the general forum often as possible. Its a miserable place and not really healthy. I've met Kris ... stand up bloke. He's got your back. Can't ask for much more. ps ... much more hunsum man then his Avatar ... . 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoiBiker Posted November 25, 2014 Share Posted November 25, 2014 That's the thing though. Special interest forums are all well and good, but a general forum for expats to discuss things in is a nice idea. Such a shame it's spoiled by a few. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post geronimo Posted November 25, 2014 Popular Post Share Posted November 25, 2014 TV NEGS They come out of the cracks in the dead of night, frowning and grumpy to give you a fright, All covered in warts, they torture and tease making the members feel really at ease A positive comment is something they hate negativity is surely their trait What can we do to make them feel meek? I think we can leave that to ... Costas the Greek!! (I'll close the door on my way out) 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post geronimo Posted November 25, 2014 Popular Post Share Posted November 25, 2014 I like to write little poems, here's one that's Thai related Soi Dogs Their lot is a sad one Or so it would seem But in actual fact They’ve got the cream No owner to lick No commands or orders No house to protect Or patrolling any borders They have their own order A social ladder Peeing on things To empty their bladder It’s far too hot for conflict Just gimmee some shade A small bowl of water And I’ve got it made! As for female company That’s nothing new The worst that can happen Is the back of the queue Oh look! There’s a group An orgy in the ditch It’s times like this I’m glad I’m not a bitch I can vividly remember A little puppy boy Thinking he’d be safe In his own Soi To venture beyond And over the walls Required intelligence And a whole lot of balls! Hygiene can be a problem It isn’t very nice If it isn’t fleas or ticks It’ll probably be lice! So although we have no owner We are completely free Doing as we please Let’s have a pee 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David48 Posted November 25, 2014 Share Posted November 25, 2014 (edited) . Edited November 25, 2014 by David48 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jdiddy Posted November 25, 2014 Share Posted November 25, 2014 Well it is impossible to be miserable in CM at the moment with this glorious weather Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DavidBonnie Posted November 25, 2014 Share Posted November 25, 2014 There are a lot of negative comments posted about Thailand on all forums but often the comments about the poor record of human rights, for example or foreign deaths, poor policing are actually a positive thing as if those people did not care about Thailand, they would not become involved in her struggle 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thaibeachlovers Posted November 25, 2014 Share Posted November 25, 2014 Hmmm....it seems that people like you only remember the negatives written on here. What does that make you ?A "negative" person would have posted...The bloody birds wouldn't shut up so I was awake long before my lazy wife, She had previously labored me with yet another one of her chores. When I was out, typically 2 ladies propositioned me; you just can't escape them in Chiang Mai....Blah...blah.....blah.... Funny.....glad to see you have that quality too. It still does not answer my question though. Those bitter postings, which OP refers to, come from their own experiences, memories. OP remembers, as indicated in his post.....the bitter and angry comments. Me not. Why ? Nope - I don't like to see good threads reduced/lost to bickering and rancor - especially if no reason or justification for it.....there's many people with good positive things and ideas that shy away because of this - I've had people tell me they quit TVF because of it....it's hard to miss if it hits you in the face.....or derails something interesting/thought provoking/entertaining..... We live a very good life here - why the poison? Makes it stand out all the more..... Hoping to see some realistic takes on Thailand that justify this......what are they seeing? I fail to see what your problem is. If you don't like the tone of a thread, no one is forcing you to read it. Just try another till you find one you like. Canarysun writes happy threads about train travel in Thailand. Not everyone has your good luck, so why would you deny them the chance to vent and feel better for it? For many, here is the only place they can go to vent. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pgrahmm Posted November 25, 2014 Author Share Posted November 25, 2014 I like to write little poems, here's one that's Thai related Soi Dogs Their lot is a sad one Or so it would seem But in actual fact Theyve got the cream No owner to lick No commands or orders No house to protect Or patrolling any borders They have their own order A social ladder Peeing on things To empty their bladder Its far too hot for conflict Just gimmee some shade A small bowl of water And Ive got it made! As for female company Thats nothing new The worst that can happen Is the back of the queue Oh look! Theres a group An orgy in the ditch Its times like this Im glad Im not a bitch I can vividly remember A little puppy boy Thinking hed be safe In his own Soi To venture beyond And over the walls Required intelligence And a whole lot of balls! Hygiene can be a problem It isnt very nice If it isnt fleas or ticks Itll probably be lice! So although we have no owner We are completely free Doing as we please Lets have a pee That does apply...while waiting I took a walk and had a meanacing big black soi dog have a teeth bared go at me..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bernard Flint Posted November 25, 2014 Share Posted November 25, 2014 Sir For the OP only, my suggestion would be to get on with your great life, keep your good friends and forget the negative posts,and have a good laugh at the bickering fools 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thaibeachlovers Posted November 25, 2014 Share Posted November 25, 2014 I like to write little poems, here's one that's Thai related Soi Dogs Their lot is a sad one Or so it would seem But in actual fact Theyve got the cream No owner to lick No commands or orders No house to protect Or patrolling any borders They have their own order A social ladder Peeing on things To empty their bladder Its far too hot for conflict Just gimmee some shade A small bowl of water And Ive got it made! As for female company Thats nothing new The worst that can happen Is the back of the queue Oh look! Theres a group An orgy in the ditch Its times like this Im glad Im not a bitch I can vividly remember A little puppy boy Thinking hed be safe In his own Soi To venture beyond And over the walls Required intelligence And a whole lot of balls! Hygiene can be a problem It isnt very nice If it isnt fleas or ticks Itll probably be lice! So although we have no owner We are completely free Doing as we please Lets have a pee That does apply...while waiting I took a walk and had a meanacing big black soi dog have a teeth bared go at me..... Get a piece of plastic water pipe and carry that. They'll stay well clear. If I can't find a piece of pipe, I carry big stones to throw at them- just show them the stone and they are off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pgrahmm Posted November 25, 2014 Author Share Posted November 25, 2014 (edited) I like to write little poems, here's one that's Thai related Soi Dogs Their lot is a sad one Or so it would seem But in actual fact Theyve got the cream No owner to lick No commands or orders No house to protect Or patrolling any borders They have their own order A social ladder Peeing on things To empty their bladder Its far too hot for conflict Just gimmee some shade A small bowl of water And Ive got it made! As for female company Thats nothing new The worst that can happen Is the back of the queue Oh look! Theres a group An orgy in the ditch Its times like this Im glad Im not a bitch I can vividly remember A little puppy boy Thinking hed be safe In his own Soi To venture beyond And over the walls Required intelligence And a whole lot of balls! Hygiene can be a problem It isnt very nice If it isnt fleas or ticks Itll probably be lice! So although we have no owner We are completely free Doing as we please Lets have a pee That does apply...while waiting I took a walk and had a meanacing big black soi dog have a teeth bared go at me..... Get a piece of plastic water pipe and carry that. They'll stay well clear. If I can't find a piece of pipe, I carry big stones to throw at them- just show them the stone and they are off. As a walked past I fronted him - he backed off a little but as soon as I started to turn my back he charged - I was watching & turned around and went straight at him holding my empty water bottle up - he didn't turn tail but stood his ground - I took another step and he sidleld a bit then a step back - I took another step & he backed off further...when we'd stale mated he stayed there and I walked away while still facing him with my upper body.....about 25 feet away he went behind a tree....clearly an agressive not frightened easily animal.......but then - I probably looked the same way to him..... Edited November 25, 2014 by pgrahmm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NanLaew Posted November 25, 2014 Share Posted November 25, 2014 As a walked past I fronted him - he backed off a little but as soon as I started to turn my back he charged - I was watching & turned around and went straight at him holding my empty water bottle up - he didn't turn tail but stood his ground - I took another step and he sidleld a bit then a step back - I took another step & he backed off further...when we'd stale mated he stayed there and I walked away while still facing him with my upper body.....about 25 feet away he went behind a tree....clearly an agressive not frightened easily animal.......but then - I probably looked the same way to him..... Somewhere between "I took another step & he backed off further..." and "when we'd stale mated..." is when you should have delivered a fast kick square on the nose; the most sensitive part of its head. He will probably still bark at you next time... but he will stay behind the tree when he's doing it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naam Posted November 25, 2014 Share Posted November 25, 2014 OP, no, they don't come here and become miserable. They were miserable all their lives, rejected by their own people, so come to Thailand to spread the disease they are suffering from. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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