BROKEN BONES AND LOSING FACE: The Breaking Of My Hand In A Bangkok Muay Thai Gym
I try to force normal range of motion of the pinky finger of my left hand and so visits the… (more)
THE MATHEMATICS OF PROMISCUITY
There is a pattern of discussion I've encountered many times here in Thailand, usually with… (more)
SEX AND DATING IN THAILAND (Including A Single White Girl Trying Understand Her Place In It All)
Understanding Thai relationships. Being a Single White Foreign (Farang) woman here has been interesting.
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The Drone
It’s difficult to convey a nameless feeling that encroaches with time, one that shadows the furthering of one’s understanding of their place in a culture alien to the one they left behind. This difficulty is deeply accentuated when little is written on the subject and the subject itself is taboo to approach. For those [...]
Officers
Please note, for the sake of the privacy of all people involved and my own personal safety, I have omitted names and cities and will not respond to any emails inquiring about either. My dealings with the police in Thailand have been as varied and seemingly random as most other things here, which [...]
MBSB Interview: Chicky Net Creator Berthe Mandaat On Social Networking And Being A Female Expat In Thailand
Chicky Net is the only expat women’s online community in Thailand. With over 2,000 members, Chicky Net is a valuable resource for women living and staying in The Land of Smiles. The site offers classifieds, interest and location specific groups, interviews, a list of women bloggers in Thailand and Chicky Net scheduled events. Networking [...]
Visa Runs In Thailand And Why I Now Fear Them
The stress, frustration and rage that I felt this passing week in regards to my upcoming visa run to the Cambodian border exasperates me. I’m confused by my response to it. I judge my inability to be impartial to it. I wonder if living in Thailand has made me stronger or it has [...]
On Chicky Net
Hey MBSB readers! I was recently interviewed for Chicky Net, a social network for expat women living in Thailand. If you want to check the interview, you may do so here. Thanks Chicky Net! Stayed tuned for an interview with Chicky Net creator Berthe.
Muay Thai Fight: KAYASITH CHUWATTANA VS PETAKE LOOK BOR. GOR., RAJADAMNERN STADIUM, OCTOBER 1, 2009
Kayasith Chuwattana (RED) 119lbs vs Petake Look Bor. Gor (BLUE) 119lbs Rajadamnern Stadium, October 1, 2009
A Taste Of Cookie: HOW I OVERDOSED IN A FILIPINO HOSPITAL
Written on Wednesday, February 22, 2012 This happened yesterday. The effects of my sickness have yet to wear off. Even the rhythm of the sea’s waves as it reaches my ears causes nausea. I’m writing you from Urbiztondo Beach, San Juan, La Union, The Philippines. At this approximate time [...]
Where To Eat In San Juan, La Union: ANGEL AND MARIE’S SURFER’S RETREAT
Opposite the Sebay Resort and resting on the McArthur Highway in the Urbiztondo beach stretch lies Angel and Marie’s Surfer’s Retreat; a warmly lit, engaging restaurant owned by an equally warm and engaging couple. The menu is varied, the food is fresh and if you’re in search of large portions [...]
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