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by USArmy_Veteran
December 26, 2012, 5:14 pm
Forum: Cars & Trucks For Sale/Wanted
Topic: 2007 ISUZU DMAX CAB4 SALE
Replies: 2
Views: 2030

2007 ISUZU DMAX CAB4 SALE

I would like to view your truck. When is good for you?
by USArmy_Veteran
October 19, 2011, 3:14 pm
Forum: Travel & Transport
Topic: Vehicle in falang's name
Replies: 5
Views: 1304

Vehicle in falang's name

Just returned from getting approval from immigration to buy a vehicle in my name. I actually paid for the vehicle before getting any of the approvals, oops! :oops: Let me cut to the chase and not bore you with the running around I did. :roll: Here's the skinny. Immigration needed: -   Copy of info a...
by USArmy_Veteran
October 6, 2011, 10:59 am
Forum: General Udon Thani Forum
Topic: Showing the Flag
Replies: 21
Views: 2187

Showing the Flag

I think kjellsnell has some it up precisely. There is nothing wrong in being proud of ones national heritage and displaying the flag of ones homeland. It's should, however, be displayed along with the Thai flag out of respect for the host country. In the US it's not uncommon to see flags from many d...
by USArmy_Veteran
September 29, 2011, 11:30 am
Forum: Open Forum
Topic: Consolidated Joke Thread
Replies: 5678
Views: 493280

JOKES (take 3 )

Five surgeons are discussing who were the best patients to operate on. The first surgeon says, 'I like to see Accountants on my operating table because when you open them up, everything inside is numbered.' The second responds, 'Yeah, but you should try Electricians! Everything inside them is color-...
by USArmy_Veteran
September 28, 2011, 11:30 am
Forum: Thailand News
Topic: Issan to become a gambling mecca .
Replies: 17
Views: 2333

Issan to become a gambling mecca .

Last May there was an article on Businesswire.com, is this what your speking of?
http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/2 ... op-Operate
:-k
by USArmy_Veteran
September 26, 2011, 3:42 pm
Forum: Society and culture
Topic: The Expat Experience
Replies: 41
Views: 7221

The Expat Experience

I didn't realize that this thread would develop into such an exercise of introspection. It seems that we all have had our bitter with our sweet. Some of us have found a home, some of us have thoughts of moving on and some have left.  Those who have stayed have found the best method of coping that wo...
by USArmy_Veteran
September 26, 2011, 2:26 pm
Forum: World News
Topic: Now What? (American Politics)
Replies: 261
Views: 26476

Now What? (American Politics)

I think this sums it up. 8-[
"Politics is the art of looking for trouble, finding it everywhere, diagnosing it incorrectly and applying the wrong remedies."
Groucho Marx
by USArmy_Veteran
September 23, 2011, 9:50 am
Forum: Open Forum
Topic: US MARINES, gotta love them
Replies: 5
Views: 1249

US MARINES, gotta love them

I just received the following in an email. I don't know if it's reporting a valid conversation or not, but it sounds very plausible. Hur-rah  :badteeth: "In  addition to communicating with the local Air Traffic  Control facility, all aircraft in the  Persian  Gulf AOR are required to give the Irania...
by USArmy_Veteran
September 23, 2011, 9:14 am
Forum: Money, Finance & Investing
Topic: Gotcha! Finally a bit of luck.
Replies: 1
Views: 798

Gotcha! Finally a bit of luck.

I'm with you, did a couple thousand USD transfer yesterday. I'll do another the end of month if the exchange rate holds or increases. 8-[
by USArmy_Veteran
September 23, 2011, 8:59 am
Forum: Society and culture
Topic: The Expat Experience
Replies: 41
Views: 7221

The Expat Experience

You're right, of course, Parrot. I do pick and choose those things that make my life more comfortable. I do manage a simple existence for the most part. I perhaps mis-communicated my yearnings. It was the attitude or mindset that accompanied life forty years ago that I miss. The "keeping up with the...
by USArmy_Veteran
September 22, 2011, 6:10 pm
Forum: Society and culture
Topic: The Expat Experience
Replies: 41
Views: 7221

The Expat Experience

Your right about the electronic age. So much information available, so much change inevitable. :(
I yearn for the less materialistic, simpler life of Issan forty years ago. It's not to be found, even in the smallest villages. Well I still have my memories.... ;)
by USArmy_Veteran
September 20, 2011, 11:38 am
Forum: Society and culture
Topic: The Expat Experience
Replies: 41
Views: 7221

The Expat Experience

I was thinking... A dangerous activity for a person of limited intellect like me. :badteeth: After living on five continents it seems to me that Expats are pulled back and forth between two extremes: Those who want to adapt to their new culture and surroundings...and those who want their new surroun...
by USArmy_Veteran
September 18, 2011, 6:16 pm
Forum: Latest News From Our Sponsors
Topic: The Bookhouse is Rebranding Itself !!
Replies: 8
Views: 8843

The Bookhouse is Rebranding Itself !!

Nok & Jeremy, Just recently returned to Udon and had Sunday Roast. Excellent as always. :badteeth: Your new place is very upscale, but you've managed to keep the comfortable ambience of the old "shop".  I'm looking forward to see what the future brings. I'm sure the additions will be in keeping with...
by USArmy_Veteran
August 11, 2011, 8:51 pm
Forum: Open Forum
Topic: Consolidated Joke Thread
Replies: 5678
Views: 493280

JOKES (take 3 )

The US government today announced that it is changing its National symbol from an Eagle to a CONDOM, because it more accurately reflects the government's political stance.... A condom allows for inflation, halts production, destroys the next generation, protects a bunch of dicks, and gives you a sen...
by USArmy_Veteran
August 9, 2011, 8:32 pm
Forum: General Udon Thani Forum
Topic: VESPA or LAMBRETTA
Replies: 37
Views: 6128

VESPA or LAMBRETTA

Scoots are very personal pieces of machinery. The memories and emotions evoked by a fine machine are components that can't be explained to the uninitiated. I hope you find what your looking for. Here's a photo of mine, wish I could bring it back to Thailand with me when I return in September.  http:...
by USArmy_Veteran
July 30, 2011, 6:37 pm
Forum: Money, Finance & Investing
Topic: What will happen if the USA defaults?
Replies: 302
Views: 31089

What will happen if the USA defaults?

As Congress debates the debt ceiling situation and we await news of a resolution, perspective from a Edward-Jones investment strategist, Kate Warne, may help you prepare for any potential news of a debt rating downgrade. Kate's summary follows. "Concerned about a Possible Downgrade? The political di...
by USArmy_Veteran
July 29, 2011, 5:40 pm
Forum: Open Forum
Topic: social security administration (USA)
Replies: 32
Views: 4060

social security administration (USA)

The online availability to file foe SS benefits are:
Availability
The online application is available to you seven days a week during the following hours (Eastern time):

Monday-Friday: 5 a.m. until 1 a.m.
Saturday: 5 a.m. until 11 p.m.
Sunday: 8 a.m. until 10 p.m.
Holidays: 5 a.m. until 11 p.m.
by USArmy_Veteran
July 15, 2011, 8:20 pm
Forum: Thailand News
Topic: Press freedom in Thailand
Replies: 16
Views: 1869

Press freedom in Thailand

Owership of the disputed property has been determined. Government property, not family owned. "The court viewed those documents as being valid." :oops:
http://www.sacbee.com/2011/07/15/377165 ... crown.html

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