The view from my "office"

[JohnK]

It’s always interesting to note the different building practices. They build the concrete frames then fill in with bricks. Not done here in AU

Yes interesting building style in Thailand.

They dig the foundation and then lay concrete slab. We chose 60-80 cms above ground mainly for heavy rain but also for snakes. There aren't many snakes around but what there my brother in law catches and eats.

The walls are then thin bricks to the ceiling and they will cement render inside and out and then paint.

As I said I know not as good as what people are building here but hopefully the house will give me some enjoyment relaxation away from the rat race here.

 

[ethernet]

Seen in Portland USA. Iceberg Lettuces $1.49 USD in the shops. Whilst walking to the shops, where grass nature strips are gone - replaced by gardens - was a garden bed growing 8 organic lettuces - completely unguarded. Organic Marion berries about $5 punnet. Tis high summer and the day will be hot.

 

[love_the_life]

Yes interesting building style in Thailand.

They dig the foundation and then lay concrete slab. We chose 60-80 cms above ground mainly for heavy rain but also for snakes. There aren't many snakes around but what there my brother in law catches and eats.

The walls are then thin bricks to the ceiling and they will cement render inside and out and then paint.

As I said I know not as good as what people are building here but hopefully the house will give me some enjoyment relaxation away from the rat race here.

The son of a friend is doing the same - he intends to split his time between here and Thailand. Has bought (or maybe in partners name) a couple of small farms and is building a house on one. Currently there’s a shack.

 

[Quickstatus]

There has always been expats retiring to Asia
Australian pension goes a long way in Asia

 

[TheRealTMA]

https://www.facebook.com/video.php?v=1220333072052574

 

[coriander]

Well, not in Broome so about 30°C cooler but clear evening and stunning sunset in MEL - the skyline bathed in gold......



.... and looking west over Princes Pier: no wind, icy cold.

 

[Quickstatus]

As I said I know not as good as what people are building

It looks a whole lot better than some of the construction here in OZ

 

[JohnK]

The son of a friend is doing the same - he intends to split his time between here and Thailand. Has bought (or maybe in partners name) a couple of small farms and is building a house on one. Currently there’s a shack.

Farang cannot own land in Thailand unless you set up some sort of company but even then it has to be 51% Thai owned. Can own apartments though.

You saw my other thread regarding travel with a young one still at school. I don't like spending too much time in Thailand in the one go but 4-6 weeks twice a year would be ideal but that will have to wait as little one has at least 11 years of school, possibly longer.

She picks things up quick. She's already learnt to write in Thai in 2 months. So proud of her. Apparently she is one of the most popular children at school. All kids want to come play with her even the older kids. When my wife takes her to school with motorcycle kids run to greet her. She speaks Thai ok and now can answer back quickly giving grandma a headache.

 

[love_the_life]

Farang cannot own land in Thailand unless you set up some sort of company but even then it has to be 51% Thai owned. Can own apartments though.

You saw my other thread regarding travel with a young one still at school. I don't like spending too much time in Thailand in the one go but 4-6 weeks twice a year would be ideal but that will have to wait as little one has at least 11 years of school, possibly longer.

She picks things up quick. She's already learnt to write in Thai in 2 months. So proud of her. Apparently she is one of the most popular children at school. All kids want to come play with her even the older kids. When my wife takes her to school with motorcycle kids run to greet her. She speaks Thai ok and now can answer back quickly giving grandma a headache.

Yes, you said little one is attending school there - great idea and she will gain so much. Had to laugh at grandma comment!

 

[coriander]

Sunrise wasn't too shabby either.....

 

[Captain Halliday]

Strategy meeting office this week.


Brisbane, Queensland

 

[Pushka]

Sunrise over Port River this morning. Not filtered. The apartment was glowing red as if on fire.

 

[Daver6]

LAS to DCA yesterday

Departing LAS



Looks like some B52s parked at an air force base not far from LAS


Lake Mead


Colorado River


On final into DCA. Washington Monument and Capital Building.

 

[kookaburra75]

En route from Canberra to Melbourne this morning.

 

[coriander]

Nothing like a night shift at the CBD office:

 

[SuePa]

Somewhere in Alaska. Bald eagles, sea otters and humpbacks. Beautiful!

 

[kookaburra75]

Settling in for lunch at the Ocean Beach Hotel, Cottosloe Perth

At least the skies are clear today, unlike when we flew in yesterday when it was anything but PERfect. Rain, wind, cold. Even Canberra was warmer

 

[Flashback]

Settling in for lunch at the Ocean Beach Hotel, Cottosloe Perth
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At least the skies are clear today, unlike when we flew in yesterday when it was anything but PERfect. Rain, wind, cold. Even Canberra was warmer

And jusssssssst over to the right you can see......

 

[JessicaTam]

And jusssssssst over to the right you can see......

Umm, wot?

 

[Flashback]

Umm, wot?

If you know, you know @QF WP