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Dogs don't have children !
HUH ???????????????
A child by definition is a young human being. Dogs have puppies, cats have kittens, cows have calves etc. Only humans have children.
Pedantic ! ! !
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"Thon-Sohn" are trees, not shrubs and thus totally useless for your purpose. I have about 35 Rai of these trees growing on our farm in Kabin Buri, BTW, "Thon" means "Tree" (Thon Sahk = Teak Tree, etc.)
Much more suitable for your purpose, would be "Cha-Daaht", which IS a shrub, which is very easy to grow and consists of a dense 'togetherness' of small, shiny, dark-green leaves.
You have seen Cha-Daaht shrubs, but you may not have realized it: whenever you see a "garden-sculpture' say of a Deer, Elephant etc., (how I hate these, by the way !) this consists of a light steel-wire frame over-grown with a shrub: that is the Cha-Daaht I am referring to.
Cha-Daaht can grow up to a couple of meters in height, on its own merits and is very easy to trim, manipulate etc.
These can be purchased from most nurseries, but if you need a lot of them, it's worth traveling to the actual growers, located just East of Bangkok. This is where most Garden Centers buy their stock and thus you will be able to save a lot of money, by going direct.
If you would like directions, just drop me a PM, okay ?
Cheers,
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Hi; just send me a PM and I'll provide you with the right information, okay ?
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"Anything at all."
Dinner at the Ritz Carlton - unescorted.....
OK, funny ...
but ...
It's got to be in the jail.
So it's not really about the setting, it will be in jail, but the specific FOODS?
Kay?
JT: How old ARE YOU ? ? ? ? ? ? ? 8 or 9 ? ? ?
You should definitely seek some professional help, mate ! !
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Drop me a PM and I'll send you a direct link which will blow your socks off, okay ?
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What is the swearing of "The Oath-of-Allegiance" really worth then, in Thailand ? ? ? ?
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"The Democrat politician said he rejected the offer, as the requested sum was too high."
This clearly infers that, had the 'demand' been lower; the authorities would have paid for this information to these killers ? ? ? ?
He said they had told him that those who hired them promised a car and Bt1 million cash for each of them after they completed their operation. However, they each ended up being paid only Bt100,000 after finishing work.Now: WHO does THAT sound like ? ? ? ? - They have (unwittingly) already answered the big question, haven't they ? !
I am certain that full written confessions are forthcoming within a very short period of time . . . . . . . . . . .
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This action (if successful) will certainly alter the very character of this S-Pattaya area.
We lived in this area for 10 years and the way I look at it is this:
I know it's there and that it is very difficult to use that sidewalk for getting yourself from A to B.
So; unless I need anything from that vibrant market, I would avoid it and take an alternate route (like "across the road").
Why do some of these changes have to be made ? ? Isn't this one of the many reasons why we love Thailand; the total 'chaotic order' which
enchants so many of us ? ?
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""We have to realise that this government has only one year in office, not four as other elected government, so the policy will be completed within a year," he said. "Democracy is the goal, ridding the country of corruption is another goal. We will do what we can to reach the objectives of having a new Constitution and a newly elected government."
If this really is the aim of the Junta then why are they spending so much time on minutia?............ basically at present it looks like all they are doing is re-arranging the deck-chairs on the Titanic. (or Pattaya to be more precise)
Wilcopops: Of course you are entitled to your opinion, but don't you think that Thailand should give the good General a proper chance ? ? ?
"General Prayuth: Thailand's Only Hope In Scary Times"
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I don't understand moving them to side roads which are narrower and would cause more problems. Why not have a lot to take them to and charge the owner for the towing and storage until they pick up the vehicle. If they don't pick it up within a time limit auction the vehicles.
Because, Mango Bob: THAT would make sense ! ! ! ! !
L.O.L.
Don't worry; they will eventually come around to your way of thinking ! ! ! !
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Isn't it now time to deal with this issue once and for all?
As opposed to throwing large sums of money at the problem, which then simply disappears, or is frittered away on projects such as boats pushing the water out to sea (!!!), Thailand should seriously consider calling in experts from countries that have had to deal with major flooding problems, such as the Netherlands.
Surely anyone can see that if a full-scale flood prevention program is not put into place, these headlines will simply be repeated year after year...!!
You're so right, GeorgeO: this is a typical case of "A problem 1,000 Windmills could easily solve" and this would be a very 'green solution' as well.
Windmills have been around since the end of the 13th Century; maybe it's time to introduce them to Thailand (700 years later ?!?!).
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IF this story is correct and as stated, then (apart from being totally disgusted !) I think the following point should be raised: The alleged culprit is reported to be "middle-aged"; - the guy is obviously a pedophile; it is NOT likely to be his first offence against children. I wonder of the police will check this guys past .
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PM me for some interesting pieces of advice, if you like,
Cheers,
JK
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Google "Miccell Company Ltd., they're located in Samut Prakan and they actually manufacture stuff just like in your picture.
Cheers
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Henk; I read this race-report with increasing astonishment, admiration & "goose-bump-sensations". I was NOT surprised at the incredible skills displayed by your pit-crew members, because I have seen them in action in "normal" races - as well as my familiarity with "my" B-Quik boys (B-Quik Pattaya-Branch) who take care of my family's cars. - Your guys are not just there because it's their job; your guys are there because they recognize the unique individual that you are; showing respect & kindness to people in your organization, be they Management or the Janitor ! That's why they go that 'extra mile' [in your case "literally"].
Wishing you and your Team all the luck for the future and I'll end this with something someone ever wrote and which I think is appropriate when it comes to the B-Quik Racing Team:
"The journey of a thousand miles begins with a broken fan belt and a leaky tire"
JGK
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I used to see people immersing their bamboo furniture in the sea, when living in the South--apparently this killed the powder beetles--but, you're a bit far from the sea up here--sorry.
Hey Haybilly: You are so right: - Many years ago, I came upon a very old man, living on the beach, in a very old Bamboo hut. When I told him that I was surprised at the excellent condition of his Bamboo Hut, he smiled a toothless smile and told me that the secret was to immerse the Bamboo in the salty sea-water for about 4 weeks, before starting the construction of said hut. - He went on to explain that 4 weeks in salt water was a sufficient period of time for the the salt to penetrate through the segmented-chambers inside the bamboo. Apparently this is the only sure way to prevent any type of wood-consuming little bugs from gaining an interest in this thus treated bamboo, as a possible food-source, because they certainly hate "salt".
Goes to show you what valuable lessons can be learned from an old man sitting on a beach, huh ? ! ? !
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But why a fold-able electric bike ? - By the time I get to a new port, I am always welcome an opportunity to 'flex-my-muscles', after an extended period on my sailboat, where things are not set-up for jogging, let's face it ? ? ?
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Just "PM" me and I'll give you the name & number of a very reliable chap who can evaluate your current situation and then do the actual work as well. He's actually a family-member and has done many projects for us.
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They aren't ready for democracy.
They ARE ready for a 'Benevolent Dictatorship' - - - Enter > > General Prayuth and what you get is a man of the highest integrity, who plays NO favorites and who is hell-bent on cleaning-up the "Rotten-through-The-Core" Thai society.
I don't know where he came from, but Thailand should be utterly grateful that this man stepped-up to the plate and is, by force, cleaning-up where there's dirt; - and creating honesty, where there's deceit; - and creating equality, where there's none ! ! !
Thailand applauds Gen. Prayuth
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I'm interested to know how they can charge 3 for wreckless driving, when only one was at the wheel.
One can be charged for accompanying a drunken driver, but three can't be in possession of the wheel at the same time, unless they had a different agenda when driving.
Yes; spot-on; I was wondering the very same ! !
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Friend of mine (Ex-Dentist Holland) has lived there for many years and even owns a small guesthouse there, His name is Auke Mob:
< Phone number removed for reasons of privacy >
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If you pay money to go to this 'event', you're either Clinically Dead, or a Paying Member of Hamas ! ! ! !
Sick, Sicker, Sickest ! ! ! !
Bet you, these kids didn't bother with any Royal Conservatory . . . . . . . .
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This man is clearly a creep of the highest level, with a totally subservient wife, who doesn't say a word (probably because she's unable to grasp the English language) !
I would not even trust this man with my (female) cat, for 1 minute.
Where's King Solomon when you need some decent Justice ? ? ? ?
The authorities MUST remove that baby from this people immediately ! ! !
This man is clearly an unbalanced human - and he will ALWAYS be a pedophile !
May God help that little baby-girl . . . . . . .
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I would go to Pattaya.
I heard it's a very interesting country, lots of friendly people, tall boys with high heels to take your breath away, the best looking girls in the world, the beer flows like a river, and they have the new technology buses the Baht buses.
Where else can I find a better place to go?
. . . . . and don't forget: the sailing is great in Pattaya too ! ! ! ! !
Pinus Tree
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Dear Sir,
The Tohn Sohn (Pinelike Tree) is indeed the closest thing we have in Thailand to a "Pine" (Pinus Radiatus).
These tree will grow anywhere in Thailand and are probably one of the hardiest trees I have ever encountered.
If you would take a trip down to Bahn-Phe (the place where people embark on the ferries to Koh Samed (Rayong Province) - then you would be surprised to see these beautiful pines growing right on the beaches of Rayong, virtually up to the high-water mark ! !
As it happens, my wife & I have, a.o., 30 Rai of these trees growing on our farm in Kabin Buri - so I can attest to their incredible strong properties. We grow these trees for the purpose of selling the timber, which is widely used in the manufacture of furniture.
I have no idea where you live, i Thailand, but I can guarantee you that these trees will grow there, no problem !
Apart from their commercial value; I love the looks of these trees, because they certainly add some kind of "European Ambiance" wherever they are found.
Seedlings can usually be purchased (very cheap) at any nursery - or you will be able to order them from these places.
When planting them out; make sure you give each tree a 5 meter space; once they grow, they will nicely fill-out such a radius !
Have fun & enjoy !
Cheers