Monthly Archives: January 2011

A Different Way (to Fry Burgers)

Posted on January 30, 2011 by

This is the smashing method, which I first read about online somewhere. Supposedly, it’s the Shake Shack’s method of cooking beef patties, but I don’t know because I’ve only been blessed by In-N-Out (in fact, all of the people I’ve … Continue reading →

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Buddy Fishing in Mali

Posted on January 29, 2011 by

Come and enjoy beautiful Lake Antogo! We proudly support: Sustainable fisheries Catch & release Sashimi!

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Night Beer Hiking in Downtown Chiang Mai

Posted on January 27, 2011 by

Exactly one month ago, our family took a trip to Chiang Mai by way of daddy, Max, Mina, and the nanny hitching a ride with mommy on a business trip. Our driver was fast and polite, and since there are … Continue reading →

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Global House Maha Sarakham

Posted on January 24, 2011 by

About a month ago, Maha Sarakham received a power up in the form of a real home center – Global House. Previously, our only choices for hunting hardware in this province were a pitifully small and understocked Home Mart, and … Continue reading →

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Cold. And sleepy

Posted on January 22, 2011 by

4:30 AM. Meeting in front of my office for trip to Wang Nam Keow. Students arranged the time. Why am I the only one here?

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The day I got crushed by an elephant.

Posted on January 21, 2011 by

Mina is fearless, and I have photos that prove it. I need to get more photos up from our recent exploits. Alas, I will be away this weekend for what I hope is the last road trip for a while…

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much lulz

Posted on January 20, 2011 by

Golden Globes Awards 2011 – Ricky Gervais Opening Monologue Never thought I’d willingly watch any part of that show.

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The Thinker

Posted on January 20, 2011 by

Max has the funniest dreams about food. Sometimes he wakes up asking for roast pork skewers, and sometimes for pastries. We are used to it now and keep a stash in the fridge, along with at least one bag of … Continue reading →

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Death Metal Pengo

Posted on January 18, 2011 by

For my sister, keeper of Pengo and friends.

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Alt + Tab Power Up for Win 7

Posted on January 18, 2011 by

If you’re running Windows 7, try holding the Windows key and press Tab for a cool window switching effect.

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FM tribute

Posted on January 17, 2011 by

My second-favorite moron of the week is the commenter on the clip above who called Annie Lennox a “Gaga wannabe.” Holy crap, kids today!

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Self-taught

Posted on January 16, 2011 by

Seen on a popular teaching web forum: “…at least I got a descent education in my country!” This was, of course, some western douche trying to insult a Thai posting in English.

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Back Home Again, No Time Again

Posted on January 15, 2011 by

It’s still quite cool during the days in Maha Sarakham and actually cold at night. Last year we only had a week or two of this weather, so it’s been great to have it continue for almost two whole months. … Continue reading →

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Dawn in Laem Ngop

Posted on January 11, 2011 by

From the front of our bungalows, we can see Koh Chang.

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Laem Ngop, Trat

Posted on January 11, 2011 by

That’s where we are. Ain’t a bigeye around that can say it properly, either. Sounds like Ho Chi Min hockin’ a loogie or something.

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Work experience visit

Posted on January 10, 2011 by

Our two students at the resort in Saraburi are doing well… Or at least one is pulling the other along. That’s just how it is sometimes. The 5 we are visiting in this tiny harbor village in Trat, however, seem … Continue reading →

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Posh Saraburi Resort

Posted on January 10, 2011 by
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Minholio

Posted on January 10, 2011 by
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Why Android is the best for now

Posted on January 9, 2011 by

Two words: Google Maps Yes, I know you have it on the iCrap, too, but Google will never make it as good for you. Fact. I’m heading off on a trip to visit some 3rd year students interning in Saraburi, … Continue reading →

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The other half

Posted on January 8, 2011 by
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