Sunday, May 10, 2015

My appetite is on hold

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Locals jumping on a money train

Birds Nest soup 300 to 2,000 ฿  per serving 
 "... average nest selling for $2,500 (US) per kilogramme...... white nests and the red nests are supposedly rich in nutrients, which are traditionally believed to provide health benefits... "
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It's not just lack of exercise

Moving to a Poor Neighborhood Can Cause Weight Gain | TIME
"Stress, unhealthy eating habits..."



After reading the article I rushed to the kitchen.  Blended a bag of frozen blueberries, strawberries, half a cup of honey, half a melon and half a bottle of Vodka.   
Seeing me drink the concoction, I was asked if I was a vampire.


 5 Foods That Taste Better in May Than They Will All Year | TIME
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Continued scattered rain chance through the coming week.

Out in the Pacific, Super Typhoon Noul is about to create havoc on the Philippines far north. A strong northwesterly Low is forcing Noul to head northeast after the Philippines.
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Saturday, May 9, 2015

Hotter than usual I'd say


This morning's rains helped cool down the pool slightly. I purchased half a dozen buckets and made my own ice.
Considering the number of times I have had to add coolant to the pool (and my electric bill), I'd say it's been hotter than usual
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With a little help from a friend

Fed’s Yellen Adds to Thailand’s Woes
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Phu Phan roads wet and slippery Drive with caution

9 am, May 9

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Where the hell was l? Could have been a weekend in Pattaya


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