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Looks like a nice place for a massage but I would prefer something other than herbs to relax my stiff muscle.

KT, so far the record for the longest man ever to live is 116 yo for a man who died a few days ago. Best of luck to you.

I never heard of Daren Criss so had to google his name; now I want to be his boyfriend. Thank you Michael.

Same as Rogie posted, I can go to a number of farm stands and buy fresh eggs from non-farmed chickens. And milk cows still roam in the farmer's fields here and there. At one time I had my own chickens and a couple of head of beef cattle and tended sheep in a neighboring mini-farm. So it is possible to get locally raised meat raised in a natural environment.

These oysters are alive when I eat them or rather swallow them whole; I don't even fork them. Yummy

No meat, no fowl, no milk, no cheese and no fish! Is it ok to eat a raw oyster or clam and not feel guilty?

Christian, I have just the place for you here in the USA. Everything you want in the afterlife except a hot boy. But not sure if you would need a passport/visa for a long time stay. steelmantowncemetery.com

NIrishGuy; Not necessarily true what you say. I know two individuals who do want their intact remains to be returned to their home country for an in-ground burial. Both have the money and were quite adamant. In one case the expat has a family member who insists that he be returned for burial; in the other case the frequent flyer has a fear of cremation, a form of thanatophobia. Seems he wants to spend eternity with his parents back home (earth to earth).Talking with these chaps led me to my post on ashes to ashes. Actually some medical insurance policies do cover cost of repatriation.

Devint, I doubt there is a good way to kill animals; like you said, maybe become a vegan and forego meat?

Considering your recent assault and other risky behaviors you may be closer to your final exit than you think. However since you have expressed an interest in being repatriated to Germany have you made any prerparations? Or is your wish to be buried in Thailand? Do you mean your body or your ashes to be planted in a forest?

Thanks Bob. I do have a Thai Will but it makes no mention of what to do with my remains. So will correct that omission. What you posted does show the importance of pre-planning and not trust someone else to make important decisions. Now, for that terminal swirly, I suggest not flushing 2 kg/4lbs of bone chips down the drain; that could cause a blockage. In the USA the bone fragments are put through a grinder to reduce to a uniform size but don't know just what they may do in Thailand. Cremains are not really ash as we often think but maybe more like clinkers.

Regarding the video posted by Devint, there is now an effort being made in USA to criminalize making such videos. Hard to believe but true. What is tragic is the way animals are treated when alive in such dreadful conditions. As far as killing them, even in nature animals feed on other animals and the way they kill each other is not humane at least by human standards.

Ok , here are some facts and thoughts. Fact is your Embassy will most likely contact the next of kin to determine what happens to the deceased remains. So, best to advise next of kin and/or have something in writing authorizing disposal of the body. For me I have written instructions for my Thai bf to be the responsbile individual and have notified next of kin of my wishes in writing. Originally I thought to have the bf inter my urn somewhere in the same area in his village where his deceased parents reside. But when I saw photos of the cemetery (some kind of wall with niches) it looked like a dump! Litter was scattered all over the ground. Not somewhere to spend eternity! So maybe would want to taken home and put with the rest of the family. And also thought about becoming mulch! When I owned property it was was desire to have my ashes mixed with earth and placing them in a hole with a tree planted on top. But that is no longer an option. Even if I went when in the USA I would go for the cremation option since so much cheaper than burial. But did look into a green burial where the bod is unembalmed and placed directly in the ground in a shroud or simple pine box. There is one very old cemetery in my area dating back to Colonial times which only allows this type of burial. http://www.steelmantowncemetery.com/

I was hoping for some more serious responses.

I am not sure if this has been discussed previously on this forum and was wondering what others have planned for their final exit from Thailand and life on earth? I was speaking with a friend who visits annually and had said, if he died while in Thailand, he would want his intact remains repatriated to his home country for a proper burial. I have also heard the same from an expat who wants his body returned to his home country for burial. For me cremation would be my choice but then what to do with the cremains? Although my friend did say he would take my urn back with him, in the overhead compartment, in Business Class, of course. Really don't know what provisions to make and am curious as to other's thoughts.

Fresh rabbit; how did you kill them? I used to hold them by their feet and club them over the head to break their necks.

My memory is much different, at least in Pattaya. About 10+ years ago when I first visited I recall just one dog who lounged around Panorama Bar in BT. Now dogs are seen everywhere. However during my early visits my visits were short and limited to the BT area so maybe didn't notice the other ones at that time.

I fear long words I can't pronounce or write or understand or spell.

Forget dog meat try a nice tender bunny!

Somewhat recently there was a news article of a truck load of dogs being intercepted by the police while on its way toward the border. End result was most of the dogs died anyway since no one could or would care for them. Only way to stop the trade is neuter strays or euthanize them. As for Fluffy, Ginger, Queenie, their owners better keep them in a secure environment. Some people/organizations try to help such as Tonys Shelter but inadequte facilites. http://www.carefordogs.org/its-a-shame-tonys-shelter-in-pattaya/

Ok, I give up about ped and money and gold? But do understand pedestrian, pedometer, etc. Even a ped crossing! As for the hippo....I suppose it must be a fear of being walked on by a hippo? Welcome back Rogie.

Me? Actually I never even heard of any of those film/series. But I do know Hugh Laurie that great Amercan actor. He is American , isn't he ?

I never heard of this man until today.

Wear plastic gloves.

Athough dogs, sheep, cattle are all animals it does seem that there is a much stronger bond between humans and dogs. The situation here is the dreadful conditons these dogs are suject to plus the means of their slaughter. It would be much better for Thai authorities to neuter all strays which would eventually eliminate the supply side of the dog trade.