Recently had my two 14 year old air conditioners serviced. This time it took longer than in the past. Both machines were totally in parts. I was surprised how filthy they were as I had them serviced annually. In the past cleaning took less than two hours, this time it took slightly over three hours
Something a bit different this year, mini parades accompanied the tractor pulled floats. A few of the floats had already arrived by the time I arrived.
Obviously this sculpture was a bit heavy, it was tilted quite a bit to one side. The boys set it on the ground a couple times. Problem was obvious, they had all the short guys on one side, the tall guys on the other.
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has consolidated its overseas operations into several regional offices that provide a full range of SSA services for U.S. citizens residing outside of the United States. Effective October 1, 2017, individuals residing in Thailand who require social security services or have questions about SSA benefits must contact the SSA Federal Benefits Unit (FBU) located in the U.S. Embassy Manila, Philippines, rather than the U.S. Embassy, or U.S. Consulate in Thailand.
Please be advised that as of October 1, 2017, the U.S. Embassy, and U.S. Consulate in Thailand can no longer accept telephone calls, emails, or walk-in consultations regarding Social Security issues.
For more information or any questions about the services provided at the FBU in the U.S. Embassy Manila, Philippines and how to contact them, please visit their webpage at: http://ph.usembassy.gov/u-s-citizen -services/social-security/ You can also reach them at (+ 63 2) 301-2000 ext. 9 , or FBU.manila@ssa.gov . For comprehensive information on SSA’s services abroad, please visit SSA’s webpage, “Service Around the World” https://www.ssa.gov/foreign/. If you are already receiving SSA benefits payments, there will be no change in the method of distribution of those payments.
All YOU CAN EAT BUFFET BBQ, Beef, Pork, Chicken Green Curry, Fried Chicken Wings, Papaya Salad, Spicy Salad, French Fries, Fried Curry Powder, Rice, Fruit *** Drinks not included Also KILLER POOL from 7pm.
Watched NCIS on USTVNOW this morning, while updating theTV Streams and Schedulespage. Have quite a bit more to add to that page. (work in progress).
Sunshine and clouds occasional scattered thundershower. I love those late afternoon - early evening showers, cools the evening down to comfortable with fan conditions. Increased rain chance this weekend.
Alcohol price increases due to tax increases have been hopscotch. Some of it is explainable. Pre existing inventory is sold at the old prices. Prices go up with new stock. Increases appear to be not uniform, they differ from one establishment to the next. I've paid 55 baht for a beer at a family store and 90 baht at a bar. Should be obvious where I hang out.
Setting up early at the the Town Square. That open space across from the immigration and police compounds. Many of the vendors are already operational. Half the field is still used for sport. The grass area is still a slightly mushy from all the recent rains. Watch your step, possible 'dog poop.'
Lost the key, door was locked, so I had someone install a new door handle. Needless to say, there was a problem. Had to break this one off and buy another one.
Been busy the last few days digging through years of photos and uploading them to google albums and facebook Here's a sample of 5 albums I've been working on.
Local cops confiscated a truckload here in Sakon Nakhon just last week, a few days later same thing in Khon Kaen
The great Sakon Nakhon fire
Been spending less time on the computer the last few days instead spending a few hours each day with my toys.
Using premix wall plaster to make mountain scenery. Seems to stick quite well to the foam layout. Experimented with sand saturated with paint. Turns out just as solid as plaster.
Then I'd been wondering how to move the train from the table and extend it around the room. Waterpipe cut in half may be part of the solution.
