HRH King's Birthday celebration in Sakon Nakhon

The word was out, parade starts at 4 pm from the city gate park. So why were they gathering at the local temple? Turns out, they split the parade into two segments, starting from two locations The city gate gathering began marching 5 pm. Timing was a bit late for the temple parade, there was about a 20 minute delay between parade arrivals at the provincial grounds.    Seemed to be one of those days no one knew for sure if alcohol sales were prohibited or not. Some bars were closed, others were not 5 pm, the parade is underway There wasn't really very much of a spectator crowd along the parade route, parade participants outnumbered spectators.  Even though most participants were really into the spirit of the parade and it's purpose, many seemed to be preoccupied texting or ordering pizza, or arranging a dinner date after the parade.  Did notice many local restaurants did brisk business after the parade.    Ah yes, early in the parade I saw a group of school girls looking in all directions to see if it was safe, then making their great escape (away from the parade).

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Mosquito population in Thailand on the increase this year

Heard that distinctive sound announcing the arrival of the motorized fogger I pointed to a tip (฿) I placed on the ping pong table and ran into the house having all windows sealed and doors closed. The fog was thick, but I noticed some mosquitoes just flew around in the fog. Made me wonder if this fogging is really that effective, or was it just an aggravation for those flying disease distributors.  It's mosquito season, they seem to be on the increase at the end of the rainy season, especially so this year.  Blood donations urged as dengue cases TRIPLE in Thailand  I have found the homemade mosquito trap made with plastic soft drink bottles quite effective.  How to Make a Plastic Bottle Mosquito Trap (with Pictures) In making this trap I use paper clips rather than tape, making it easier to reuse the traps When adding yeast, the water should be warm, not boiling hot

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Blanket season approaches

Cool Temperatures through Tuesday, noticeable warming midweek.  Weekend highs 33-34, lows 20.    By mid-month have your comforters and blankets on standby

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I like Thai Fathers Day too

Sakon Nakhon Fathers Day Parade in Honor of HRH The King's Birthday

Sakon Nakhon City Gate Parade Start Time 4 p.m. from the city gate Park to the provincial complex

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Sakon Nakhon Nightshift 2004

Many of my friends participated in the festival that year, which gave me the opportunity to visit all night as preparations were made for the parade in the morning

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My Favorite Sakon Nakhon Chinese Festival Dec 11 through 16

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Caution be aware of your surroundings 2012 Parade departs the temple at approximately 7 to 7:30 am, lasts most of the morning, as the dragons and lions enter Chinese businesses to insure prosperity .

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Some races televised ? Livefeed ?

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Cooling temperatures for the weekend

Highs 29 - 30 (84 - 86F), lows 16 - 19 (61 - 66F) Starting Saturday

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