"...the drop in temperature had triggered a rise of the ammonia level in water, and caged fish were dying from the excess ammonia..."
Sunday, November 30, 2014
If there are dead fish in your pond
don't eat them
Fish dying, locals eating poisonous creatures in the face of cold NNT
"...the drop in temperature had triggered a rise of the ammonia level in water, and caged fish were dying from the excess ammonia..."
Sakon Nakhon
"...the drop in temperature had triggered a rise of the ammonia level in water, and caged fish were dying from the excess ammonia..."
AFF Suzuki Cup Thailand 2-0 Myanmar
Thailand next faces the Philippines on December 6 and again on December 10.
While Thailand has won all three games in group B, the Philippines have won 2 games (Laos 4-1, Indonesia 4-0) and lost one (Vietnam 3-1) in group A.
Games are televised on Thai TV and (in English) on Fox sports.
Saturday, November 29, 2014
Phuket: bring your own
Previously thought to be illegal on Phuket beaches, bringing an umbrella to the beach could get you arrested and / or fined.
The rules were intended to prohibit vendors of goods, beverages, food or services (massage) on the public beach. Tourists can rent or purchase these items before arriving at the beach and bring them to the beach
Sakon Nakhon
The rules were intended to prohibit vendors of goods, beverages, food or services (massage) on the public beach. Tourists can rent or purchase these items before arriving at the beach and bring them to the beach
Cooler temperatures arriving
Beginning December 1, nighttime temperatures are forecast to drop below 20°C (68°F).
During the second week of December, 9°C (48°F) is forecast for overnight temperatures, while daytime highs are expected at 25°C (77°F)
Friday, November 28, 2014
"...Wipe out Police Corruption..."
My thoughts on the subject
Sakon Nakhon
- Give them a decent salary.
- Number all tickets, no mimeographed or copied tickets
- No money paid without a receipt (should apply to all governemnt offices)
There's most likely plenty more constructive ideas
Thursday, November 27, 2014
The Sakon Nakhon French Connection
Heading out for a birthday party I stopped by the family market where I do some of my shopping (on ITU).
Before I even entered the store, everyone was telling me about the new farang restaurant across the street, opening next month. Next month is next week. I stopped by for a moment, everyone seemed to be busy with preparations.
I did find out that the restaurant will feature mostly Thai food. I suspect there will be some French foods on the menu, three gentlemen in the place where French and did speak some English.
I will stop by again hopefully when they are not too busy and find out what's on the menu.
Don't be misled by this headline. the Restaurant is not called the French Connection. It's located at the north end of ITU (road).
It's fairly easy to find. AT the south end of Big C take a left, at the next traffic light turn right. You are now on ITU road. You will find the restaurant on the right side at the next intersection.
Sakon Nakhon
Before I even entered the store, everyone was telling me about the new farang restaurant across the street, opening next month. Next month is next week. I stopped by for a moment, everyone seemed to be busy with preparations.
I did find out that the restaurant will feature mostly Thai food. I suspect there will be some French foods on the menu, three gentlemen in the place where French and did speak some English.
I will stop by again hopefully when they are not too busy and find out what's on the menu.
Don't be misled by this headline. the Restaurant is not called the French Connection. It's located at the north end of ITU (road).
It's fairly easy to find. AT the south end of Big C take a left, at the next traffic light turn right. You are now on ITU road. You will find the restaurant on the right side at the next intersection.
Suzuki Cup 2014
Malaysia 2 - 3 Thailand
Scheduled to start at 6 pm the game had been delayed due to a lightening storm
Thailand has won both games played to date (Malaysia, Singapore) and faces Myanmar this Saturday at 7 pm.
Myanmar has 1 loss (Singapore) 1 draw (Malaysia)
Sakon Nakhon
Scheduled to start at 6 pm the game had been delayed due to a lightening storm
Thailand has won both games played to date (Malaysia, Singapore) and faces Myanmar this Saturday at 7 pm.
Myanmar has 1 loss (Singapore) 1 draw (Malaysia)
AFF Suzuki Cup 2014 Standings
Wednesday, November 26, 2014
Phu Phan Cup
Nakhon Phanom - Nong Khai
Two goals in the first five minutes of the game by Nakhon Phanom and I was ready to predict the winner. I was way off . Final score 4-3 with Nong Khai winning this game
Sakon Nakhon
Two goals in the first five minutes of the game by Nakhon Phanom and I was ready to predict the winner. I was way off . Final score 4-3 with Nong Khai winning this game
Drought Declarations begin,
more to come
Agency told to help people in drought-hit zones - The Nation
Signs of El Niño waning | Philippine Daily Inquirer
Sakon Nakhon
4 districts in Sakon Nakhon Province affected by drought
Two years ago, November 2012 headlines read worst drought in 50 years. That year the river in Tao Ngoi was running on empty.
Happens every year, the dry season begins in October and lasts through the cold season. This year the area received less rain than normal, with most of the dams below capacity.
Nong Hahn (lake) looks fairly normal for this time of year, but there's been a big increase in population. Will be interesting to see the water levels come January February. Maybe 2015 will be the year that we can see the submerged artifacts.
The odds of February through March rains are 50-50. Warming Oceans are making it harder to predict El Nino, La Nina events which influence our weather
Signs of El Niño waning | Philippine Daily Inquirer
Tuesday, November 25, 2014
This week in Sakon Nakhon
| Wednesday November 26, 18:00 | AFF Suzuki Cup Thailand - Malasiatelevised on Bangkok Broatcasting ch7 |
| November 26 -Dec 2 | Agricultural Fair Kasetsart University Campus |
| November 28 - Dec 2 | OTOP Fair  |
| Friday November 28, 14:00 | Larrys Road House unconventional Thanksgiving cookout, grill style |
| Saturday November 29, 14:00 | Larrys Road House Bon voyage for Peter Yarwood |
| Saturday November 29, 19:00 | AFF Suzuki Cup Thailand - Myanmartelevised on Bangkok Broatcasting ch7 |
| Sunday November 30, 15:00 | Phu Phan Cup Final Game closing ceremony |
New Toy Test
The water tower is about a block away from my house.
I'm using a 50mm zoom for the moment. I expect santa to bring me the 300 mm
On the Sakon Nakhon Waterfront
These boats have been there for years. Wonder if any of them are really used anymore.
The lake had been cleared of all vegetation in October for the boat races. Vegetation is making a quick comeback
If you are in need of hiring a van and driver, the lakefront park is where they have their lunch
Sakon Nakhon
The lake had been cleared of all vegetation in October for the boat races. Vegetation is making a quick comeback
If you are in need of hiring a van and driver, the lakefront park is where they have their lunch
Monday, November 24, 2014
Thailand 2-1 Singapore
Next Thailand games
Nov 26
Thailand - Malasia 18:00 Bangkok Broatcasting ch7
Nov 29
Thailand - Myanmar 19:00 Bangkok Broatcasting ch7
Video experiments
Traveling Thailand by Slidely Slideshow
Thailand pets, wildlife and livestock by Slidely Slideshow
Sunday, November 23, 2014
AFF Suzuki Cup Thailand Games Televised
Nov 22
Philippines 4-1 Laos Vietnam 2 - 2 Indonesia
Nov 23
Thailand - Singapore 19:00 Bangkok Broatcasting ch7
Nov 26
Thailand - Malasia 18:00 Bangkok Broatcasting ch7
Nov 29
Thailand - Myanmar 19:00 Bangkok Broatcasting ch7All times Bangkok time
The award for Worst Stadium Design
goes to....
The new Sakon Nakhon Stadium and sports facility, under construction for about a year is still under construction and was a very poor choice to hold a football tournament.
The Rajabhat University field used for Phu Phan Cup games in past years is also under construction and not usable for the moment. There are other stadiums in the area which would have been better suited.
There were some grumblings that the decision to use the uncompleted field had corrupt overtones. It may not have been corruption, but it was definitely not planned well.
Parking consisted of weed covered fields and dried mud fields full of holes and grooves. Total disarray.
I had taken pictures of the main seating area last April. My complaint is unchanged.
Covered seating is only available for a few hundred. Everyone else has to sit in the afternoon heat or a torrential downpour.
Seating on the opposite side was under construction in April.
That seating remains under construction
A very obvious flaw in the design is the lighting. It attracts bugs by the millions. Attending a night game at this stadium is very unpleasant. Floodlights are situated directly above the uncovered seating area and just add to the bug problem.
Stadium floodlights should not have been placed so closely to the seating area to avoid the bug problem
Seriously, if you attend a night game here, bring some netting. Cover all exposed body parts. These bugs don't bite, but are a pest Bugs seem to outnumber people 1,000 to 1.
Across the street from the stadium the area resembled a cemetery. There are a number of buildings going up, with little attention paid to parking. Only approximately 200 yards of roadway is paved.
Saturday, November 22, 2014
Larrys Road House Upcoming Events
Writes Larry Nelson on Facebook
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2003 Housewarming
The slideshow is of my housewarming party in July of 2003. A dozen tables, hamburgers, soft drinks, and other snacks. Guests included my students, neighbors and friends. Entertainment was supplied by the students. Neighbors pitched in with the burger cooking.  |
Sakon Nakhon vs Khon Kaen
Phu Phan Cup Game at the new stadium. Game starts 5pm. The stadium is located on the airport road  |
Synthetic Rubber is cheaper now
Rubber Has Biggest Weekly Drop in Seven Weeks | Bangkok Post |
Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia plan rubber exchange | Business Standard News |
Natural rubber farmers suffer through lower crude prices rubberthai.com "... Cheaper crude oil means lower prices for synthetic rubber which is made from petroleum products and the main competitor for the natural rubber grown by farmers... |
"I Hate Thailand" Tourism Campaign
The Rock throwing scene by the tourist is a bit offensive, but the rest of the film is quite charming TAT launches 'I Hate Thailand' video in 'unbranded' marketing strategy - The Nation |
School Fun
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Thailand Education: My OpinionIn Thailand everyone learns to march. This form of education seems to be aimed at entertainment and tourism |
Friday, November 21, 2014
Phu Phan Cup
Sakon Nakhon vs Khon Kaen |
Find a Taxi near you in Bangkok
Update: Grab Taxi also functions in Sakon Nakhon |
Google Alerts in my e-mail
I have an alert for Sakon Nakhon. As a result I see my own blog articles. The picture selection is not mine. Probably a computer selection.  |
Good news
A very old German Student song comes to mind (wiki)
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Thursday, November 20, 2014
Tourism down by 12.9 % this year through October.
There was a recent surge of visitors from China, which kept the numbers from slipping more Tour groups are generally not big spenders |
Sakon Nakhon
Wednesday, November 19, 2014
9°F = -12.7778°C
Salt shortage looming? I experienced colder in my lifetime -30 with wind chill central Alaska |
School Days
Faculty School Trip 2003 to convince parents to send their students to S-B.A.C        |
End of this story? Or will there be more
FBI investigates whether any laws were broken Yes they were | |||
re·cap
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Doing Business in Thailand
"Tipping on demand"
Land offices lead corruption list | Bangkok Post
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Tuesday, November 18, 2014
Thailand Tourism 101
Officials scramble to resolve ban on tourists bringing own beach umbrellas
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Sakon Nakhon
Sakon Nakhon's best kept secret
I know it happens every year around mid November, the Phu Phan Cup. I've been searching for weeks, everyone I asked gave me a blank stare, even people in local media Still have no idea when and where the games are held. The video filmed November 17 indicates the trophy has arrived and the games are under way. The final game is the one not to miss, great halftime show and plenty pomp Don't bother checking the Tourism Thailand Sakon Nakhon Province Page, been under construction for a number of years |
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