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Roi Et FC 2
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Change to travel advice to Thailand "...exercise caution... British Embassy Bangkok, May 29, 2010
Children's Tylenol recall abc WORLD NEWS
Sunday, May 30, 2010
Sakon FC at RoiEt Fc
Change to travel advice to Thailand "...exercise caution... British Embassy Bangkok, May 29, 2010
Children's Tylenol recall abc WORLD NEWS
Saturday, May 29, 2010
Color of the Day ' WHITE '
Yesterday was Visakha Bucha day (Vesakha Puja), informally known as Buddha's Birthday.
A day to pay homage to Buddha and bring happiness to less fortunate.
I had a steady flow of visitors throughout the day, starting shortly after morning services at local temples.
By mid afternoon it was the 'legal drinking age crowd,' watching the football game.
Even though alcohol is not supposed to be sold on this day, apparently it was.
Bottles appeared wrapped in newspaper.
Shortly after 4 p.m. I ventured into town to photograph the arrival of participants and preparation of the festivities and parade.
Teenage monks assigned with the task of keeping the flowers on floats moist, chased each other round the float in a water battle typical of Songkran.
I always enjoy public festivities in Thailand when people celebrate their common interests and beliefs.
A day to pay homage to Buddha and bring happiness to less fortunate.
I had a steady flow of visitors throughout the day, starting shortly after morning services at local temples.
By mid afternoon it was the 'legal drinking age crowd,' watching the football game.
Even though alcohol is not supposed to be sold on this day, apparently it was.
Bottles appeared wrapped in newspaper.
Shortly after 4 p.m. I ventured into town to photograph the arrival of participants and preparation of the festivities and parade.
Teenage monks assigned with the task of keeping the flowers on floats moist, chased each other round the float in a water battle typical of Songkran.
I always enjoy public festivities in Thailand when people celebrate their common interests and beliefs.
Thursday, May 27, 2010
Fundraiser for Ban Bodmadpoknoi school
A fundraiser will be held this Saturday afternoon at the M.J. Majestic Hotel, for the Ban Bodmadpoknoi school, which was recently destroyed by fire.
Admission is 1,000 baht
Admission is 1,000 baht
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
High Humidity Contiues, Real Feel Temps Dropping Slightly
It was the hottest hot season I've experienced in my seven years in Thailand. The highest electric bill I've ever had $135. It wasn't a surprise.
There were times when I had two air conditioners running.
The pool pump, two water pumps, six fans, they all add up quickly.
Now with almost daily rains, I can survive quite comfortably with one or two fans.
The rains have only been enough for greener pastures, very few fields with sufficient water.
Highway widening construction is under way in two directions outside the city, as part of the Asia Highway Project. But it seems to be a slow process and the completion is still years away.
New construction is also underway at Wat Phra That Choeng Chum.
The area, which previously housed a large carport for the annual construction of the Wax Castles has has been cleared. From the looks of things, the area is being used for additional housing.
The area, which previously housed a large carport for the annual construction of the Wax Castles has has been cleared. From the looks of things, the area is being used for additional housing.
The over sized carport has been moved outside the temple walls.
Lunch Break
Motorcycle Theft
Received a call this morning advising me of a motorcycle theft : "People really need to be advised of this problem."
Vehicle theft is quite common. Many are used for parts, others are resold across borders.
Many Thai's bring their vehicles indoors at night.
If you have a front gate to your property, lock it before going to sleep.
Alarm systems for motorcycles are available locally. However they will require a larger capacity battery for motorcycles.
I highly recommend all vehicle owners have additional insurance beyond the compulsory insurance issued with each vehicle registration, as this is very minimal.
Read more About Thailand Motorcycle Insurance at The Golden Triangle Rider
Barking dogs are a great theft deterrent.
Monday, May 24, 2010
Hearing sirens these days makes me nervous
It's obvious now, the rainy season has arrived. Three successive days of rain.
Sunday I was awakened at 12:30 a.m. by thunder that resembled overhead canon explosions.
Monday morning a steady light rain, with occasional heavier downpours, again early morning hours.
I'm glad to see the rains have replaced the hottest hot season I have experienced here. It should reduce my cooling expenses. Rice planting season will get a late start, but at least there is one.
Another Draw 1 - 1, for SakonNakhon FC. This time against Mahasarakham FC
I had all intentions of attending the game. One hour before game time, while at the bank I realized I had once again lost my ATM card. It's almost a yearly event with me. That pretty much put me into a stay at home mood. After financing admittance to the game and refreshments for a dozen neighborhood 'friends, I was down to my last 100 baht.
Regarding Mobile Phone internet connections Yes they are extremely slow in the area.
ADSL is still the best bet. I am paying 845 baht per month. There is a lesser priced ADSL service available, it's great for domestic connections, not for international connections.
Would love to read a comment by a recent SakonNakhon visitor who was using the I-Phone locally.
Early Friday evening fire engine sirens could be heard traveling south on I.T.U.
I was quite relieved when I found out the following day, that the fire was caused by faulty cooking.
Sunday I was awakened at 12:30 a.m. by thunder that resembled overhead canon explosions.
Monday morning a steady light rain, with occasional heavier downpours, again early morning hours.
I'm glad to see the rains have replaced the hottest hot season I have experienced here. It should reduce my cooling expenses. Rice planting season will get a late start, but at least there is one.
Another Draw 1 - 1, for SakonNakhon FC. This time against Mahasarakham FC
I had all intentions of attending the game. One hour before game time, while at the bank I realized I had once again lost my ATM card. It's almost a yearly event with me. That pretty much put me into a stay at home mood. After financing admittance to the game and refreshments for a dozen neighborhood 'friends, I was down to my last 100 baht.
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Regarding Mobile Phone internet connections Yes they are extremely slow in the area.
ADSL is still the best bet. I am paying 845 baht per month. There is a lesser priced ADSL service available, it's great for domestic connections, not for international connections.
Would love to read a comment by a recent SakonNakhon visitor who was using the I-Phone locally.
Early Friday evening fire engine sirens could be heard traveling south on I.T.U.
I was quite relieved when I found out the following day, that the fire was caused by faulty cooking.
Sunday, May 23, 2010
School Fire in SakonNakhon
Wooden school building burned to the ground at Ban Bodmadpoknoi,
in SakonNakhon's Panna Nikhom district. THE NATION
Panna Nikhom is approximately 40km Northwest of Muang SakonNakhon
in SakonNakhon's Panna Nikhom district. THE NATION
Panna Nikhom is approximately 40km Northwest of Muang SakonNakhon
Saturday, May 22, 2010
Start of the Rainy Season ?
A heavy tropical thunderstorm hit the area shortly after 4 p.m. yesterday.
The rain was quite heavy and uprooted my mango and another tree.
Luckily I had spent the previous day removing a number of red ant nest from the Mango tree. We were able to upright the trees after the storm with only a few ant bites.
I had predicted the rain earlier in the day, but was off by 4 1/2 hours.
A number of visitors, who arrived moments before the storm hit, suggested that they may have to overnight at my house if the storm would last into the curfew hours.
Luckily the rains subsided within an hour.
after defeating Shoji Kimura of Japan, last Thursday.
Sugar Rises as Protests in Thailand May Worsen Output Shortfall Bloomberg
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- opinion: the recent protests are probably a minor factor, the real cause may be the persistent drought
Florida issues vulgar Drivers License NBC Miami
Friday, May 21, 2010
SakonNakhon - Mai Phen Rai
The only violence I have seen during the past weeks has been on television. I have traveled daily through the city and surrounding highways. The only damage I had seen was caused by recent high winds. Some advertisement placards had fallen over.
The curfew did not seem to be rigorously enforced in my neighborhood.
There was light traffic throughout the early evening. Locals were informed to clear the streets by 10:30.
I've seen people walking home after midnight. Obviously late night neighborhood parties have not been squashed.
The water level at the local lake Nong Han has receded, not unusual, seasonal average.
They've been discussing dredging the lake every dry season as long as I've lived here.
And they are discussing it again. RYT9
The curfew did not seem to be rigorously enforced in my neighborhood.
There was light traffic throughout the early evening. Locals were informed to clear the streets by 10:30.
I've seen people walking home after midnight. Obviously late night neighborhood parties have not been squashed.
The water level at the local lake Nong Han has receded, not unusual, seasonal average.
They've been discussing dredging the lake every dry season as long as I've lived here.
And they are discussing it again. RYT9
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
Lilly's Place A.K.A. Tony's Lake
Scenes Behind the Restaurant
After a number of tries at subleasing their Restaurant - Bar,
Tony and his wife have decided to make it work on their own.
They had plenty of cleaning and painting to do for their reopening get together.
The old furniture was replaced.
Picture to the right was taken in 2007.
What's most impressive about the establishment is the cooking.
The omelets, red curry pork and potatoes, I had, were just unbelievably tasty.
Tony's wife is a culinary expert for both Thai and Western palates
Do you have take-out ?
Dec 17, 2006 May 16, 2010
And why should I make my own nest if I'm provided clean synthetic bedding ?
After a number of tries at subleasing their Restaurant - Bar,
Tony and his wife have decided to make it work on their own.They had plenty of cleaning and painting to do for their reopening get together.
The old furniture was replaced.
Picture to the right was taken in 2007.
What's most impressive about the establishment is the cooking.
The omelets, red curry pork and potatoes, I had, were just unbelievably tasty.
Tony's wife is a culinary expert for both Thai and Western palates
Do you have take-out ?
Take your feel good medicine
Vitamin E may protect lungs cnn.com/2010/HEALTH/
Watch this Video and take your feel good medicine
This bus-driver from Copenhagen had a SURPRISE Birthday Party he will never forget.
Watch this video to the end
Monday, May 17, 2010
SakonNakhon FC rained out at Yasothon
I was very tempted Sunday morning to drive to Yasothon on my motorcycle to watch the game
Glad I decided against that long drive on a very hot and humid day.
Yasothon Football field had been hit by a rainstorm and was totally unusable.
The match will be rescheduled at a yet undetermined date.
Glad I decided against that long drive on a very hot and humid day.
Yasothon Football field had been hit by a rainstorm and was totally unusable.
The match will be rescheduled at a yet undetermined date.
World Cup host South Africa wins over Thailand 4-0 BBC Sport
Sunday, May 16, 2010
State of Emergency declared in SakonNakhon
The State of Emergency previously in force in 15 provinces has been extended to an additional five provinces, including Sakon Nakhon. The announcement was made this evening at approximately 6 p.m.Other provinces include Ubon Ratchahani, Maha Sarakam, Roi-et, Nongbua Lumpoo.
The state of emergency gives police and military increased authority to maintain law and order and prohibits gatherings of five or more persons.
Additional road checkpoints may be set up.
All persons should carry proper identification as required by law. Foreigners must have their passports in their possession.
Access to some areas, buildings or highways may be closed to the public.
Red Ants on the move
They're on the move during the dry spells of the rainy season. These red ants make their nests in trees. They prefer big leafed trees and make their residence in clumps of leaves.
Simplest and least hazardous rousting is to use dish soap. Two squeezes of the soap diluted in water.
When under thread, these speedy ants head to higher grounds. Any ants on the ground will be up your legs heading higher. I've had a few bite me in the back of the neck (and elsewhere).
If you're on dry ground pour baby powder (talc) on your feet and ankles.
If your feet are wet, spray dish soap around your feet, ankles and shoes.
I had wiped out three nests on the first day, but discovered two other red ant nest. Then I discovered a nest of black "road runner" ants. Those suckers can run, I'd guess 40kmph.
This time the bites did not cause me any allergic reaction. Local pharmacists have creams available to help reduce the inflammations, when needed.
Simplest and least hazardous rousting is to use dish soap. Two squeezes of the soap diluted in water.
When under thread, these speedy ants head to higher grounds. Any ants on the ground will be up your legs heading higher. I've had a few bite me in the back of the neck (and elsewhere).
If you're on dry ground pour baby powder (talc) on your feet and ankles.
If your feet are wet, spray dish soap around your feet, ankles and shoes.
I had wiped out three nests on the first day, but discovered two other red ant nest. Then I discovered a nest of black "road runner" ants. Those suckers can run, I'd guess 40kmph.
This time the bites did not cause me any allergic reaction. Local pharmacists have creams available to help reduce the inflammations, when needed.
Too Much Time On their Hands
Saturday, May 15, 2010
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