Too many eggs in one basket

Mangkhut downgraded

Now a tropical depression.
TMD now advises : During 18-19 September, the North and Northeast will get more rain with heavy downpour expected.

Tuesday is most likely the wettest day of the week, easing noticeably on Wednesday

Mangkhut made landfall in Hong Kong yesterday

" ... heavy rain is possible for the North and the Northeast. People should beware of the severe conditions that could cause a flash flood ..." tmd

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"In Sakon Nakhon, ... are still flooded, with about 1,533 rai of farmland damaged."

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Boat Races at Phok Noi

Of course as soon as I was spotted, the arrival of a Farang was announced over the public address system. Sat down on some steps to get some good photos. This brewery smelling person sat next to me with the typical Thai phrase: "Where you come from?" Remember when you visit such outdoor events to bring along a hat or umbrella to shade from the sun. On the way home a police checkpoint was just starting their 'heat break.' Bring some friends in case you want to get totally inebriated, they can drag you out of the afternoon sun and find a shady place for you to sleep it off. Somewhat reminded me of the OKTOBER FEST

สกลนคร Sakon Nakhon

The strongest storm 'so far' in 2018

Guessing mostly light rain locally with the occasional thundershower through Wed The greater danger may be downstream flooding

สกลนคร Sakon Nakhon

Saturday, Sept 15: Longboat races at บ้านพอกใหญ่ Ban Ploy Yaistart 10 am

Map start point is Sakon City Gate Facebook link

สกลนคร Sakon Nakhon

Increased rain likely next week

Now tracking :: Super Typhoon Mangkhut Light blue line represents low pressure cell BARIJAT through Saturday The red lines represent Typhoon Mangkhut and it's path through Wednesday morning.  The storm is expected to make landfall at Hong Kong. Here in Sakon Nakhon the most obvious concern would be an unforeseen change of direction.  Updated tracking information at Wunderground  No local weather alerts have been issued at this time Increased rain is anticipated early next week

สกลนคร Sakon Nakhon

Ketchup didn't start with Tomatoes

It started off as fermented fish sauce which the Chinese called kê-tsiap, the Malay called it kechap. Americans changed the main ingredient to tomatoes and sold it commercially beginning in 1871. In writings by James Mease, 1812, he referred to the 'love apples' in sauce with spices and brandy instead of vinegar.

I'm making spicy  sauce for my pinto beans

A few spoons of vinegar, rum extract, onion, and Thai chili for taste. To reduce the chili spice,extend cooking time

There's also a banana ketchup widely used in the Philippines