 The original CNN article mentioning Isaan was published earlier this year, specifically refers to Buriram, Loei, and the Ban Chiang Archeological Site in Udon Thani. Subsequent articles make no mention of Isaan. 17 best places to visit in 2017 - CNN.com January 6, 2017 |
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Thursday, February 23, 2017
Sakon Nakhon remains our little secret
Sunday, February 19, 2017
Video downloader
There's times when the power goes off, probably more-so during the rainy season. Then there are moments when there is no internet available. Not sure if internet is available tomorrow when I spend overnight in the hospital. That's when a laptop with a long lasting battery becomes handy. I use video downloader and download enough movies from you tube to keep myself entertained. I use free software 'video downloader professional,' a browser extension. Of course I also have bluetooth earphones to avoid disturbing others. |
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Sakon Nakhon FC season looks rosy red
 Sakon Nakhon FC has lost it's first two games of the season. The second game should have been a win had it not been for the poor refereeing. I'm not just saying that because we lost. Unfortunately there's no video tape to make my point. Sakon Nakhon FC will visit Surin for the next game. Chances would be greatly improved if the team did the six hour travel the day before the game, rather than on game day. Surin has had one draw and one loss, but will have home court advantage.  The following game in Nakhon Ratchasima, 3 March is even less promising. Huai Thalaeng has won both of their games, 3-2 against Mahasarakham, and 1-0 against Surin. I'm hoping that the odds improve after these next two games |
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Food spoils quicker during the hot season
Many public events here in Sakon Nakhon have been cancelled or toned down since the death of the King. The mourning period is to last for one year. Most religious related events including temple fairs, local concerts and some festivals are allowed to happen. How Songkran will be celebrated locally is still a big guess. Will they be having the nightly dance in the downtown square, as in past years, or will it be 'scaled back.' Right in the middle of this year's songkran celebration (13-17 April) is Easter Sunday on April 16. The catholic community in Tha Rae has a yearly easter parade. Songkran is also the highest alcohol related accident period in Thailand. You can be certain of many road checks and even a breathalyzer test.   As the hot season begins it's important to pay more attention to food safety. |
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Even though the fim is not dated, it seems to have been produced in the mid 1960's
"... It has been estimated that 90% of Northeast Thailand may be infected with the liver fluke ..."
"... snail, fish, mammals, including humans..."
"... snail, fish, mammals, including humans..."
Saturday, February 18, 2017
House of Pain
Noticed Fatboy severely limping day before yesterday. Don't know what happened, but he's been at the vet for the past two days. Seems to be improving, but very slowly. Can't jump the steps into and out of the house. I have to carry him. Have to keep him in the yard next week when I spend overnight at the hospital, he won't be able to get up the two steps
Have been having lower abdominal pains for months. All sorts of tests, everything is normal except my stool. Having that camera up the caboose on Tuesday, check into the hospital on monday. Just came to realize that the pain is not stomach related. Was doing a lot of sitting during the hospital tests. The pain was severe. When I stood up, the pain lessened significantly. Seems to be a muscle or nerve that gets compressed when I sit for any length of time. Most likely the result of a too heavy massage.
Drunken accident has left him with some major permanent injuries. Has already been declared 'handicapped.' Complains about a lot of pain, but does little to remedy the problem. Most of the medication he is getting is useless. He needs some serious pain medication and physical therapy |
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Friday, February 17, 2017
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