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**Marlboro-oroblraM** · 09-22-2012, 03:38 AM

That's what I am suppose to ask....

**feannigvogten** · 09-22-2012, 03:49 AM

Thais flock to Bangkok for Songkran festival despite SARS fears

By Indochina Correspondent Sarosha Pornudomsak

Thailand celebrated its traditional New Year's Festival over the weekend amidst fears of a SARS outbreak in the country, but the virus did not prevent locals from enjoying their holiday.

The kingdom is a predominantly Buddhist country and Thais celebrate the yearly Songkran festival by turning up in front of the Royal Palace for merit-making.

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But the real fun starts in the afternoon, when tens of thousands take to the streets for the customary water splashing.

According to history, ancient Thais sprinkled water on each other to ease the scorching heat of the summer months.

Nowadays, the ritual has taken a more aggressive turn.

Thais and foreigners alike attack each other with water from their hoses and water guns.

Bottled water, sold at around 10 cents a piece, provide unlimited ammunition for festival-goers.

And despite the police ban on the use of powdered water, many still did not cease from trying.

From the number of people who flocked to central Bangkok to join in the festivities over the weekend, it is obvious that the SARS virus is far from their minds.

Many say they are reassured by Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra's guarantee that the country is safe.

And whether or not it is because of the Prime Minister's assurances, SARS has definitely not hampered Songkran festivities in the Thai capital.

**feannigvogten** · 09-22-2012, 04:40 AM

My guess is that she is in the 3rd and 4th picture. The pictures were taken at different times of the possession, and only 2 similiar persons are found in the 2 picture.The lady in red with short hair and tan short bermudas and the man in blue shirt/with black marking. So I guess its the lady in red.

Did I get it?

**Junrlaeh** · 09-22-2012, 04:51 AM

More....More....MORE

**IdomeoreTew** · 09-22-2012, 05:03 AM

Saturday 12th April 2003 in Chiang Mai.

**feannigvogten** · 09-22-2012, 05:06 AM

Darn.......I didn't get it. Besides, I thought the lady i had guess was kinda...auntie type.5555.

An air ticket to thailand?

**Marlboro-oroblraM** · 09-22-2012, 05:49 AM

Quote[/b] ]Special prize for the person who can spot the love of my life in one of those photos.

Is the lady in blue or the lady wearing the traditional thai clothes?

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09-22-2012, 03:49 AM	#22
feannigvogten Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 412 Senior Member	Thais flock to Bangkok for Songkran festival despite SARS fears By Indochina Correspondent Sarosha Pornudomsak Thailand celebrated its traditional New Year's Festival over the weekend amidst fears of a SARS outbreak in the country, but the virus did not prevent locals from enjoying their holiday. The kingdom is a predominantly Buddhist country and Thais celebrate the yearly Songkran festival by turning up in front of the Royal Palace for merit-making. Advertisement But the real fun starts in the afternoon, when tens of thousands take to the streets for the customary water splashing. According to history, ancient Thais sprinkled water on each other to ease the scorching heat of the summer months. Nowadays, the ritual has taken a more aggressive turn. Thais and foreigners alike attack each other with water from their hoses and water guns. Bottled water, sold at around 10 cents a piece, provide unlimited ammunition for festival-goers. And despite the police ban on the use of powdered water, many still did not cease from trying. From the number of people who flocked to central Bangkok to join in the festivities over the weekend, it is obvious that the SARS virus is far from their minds. Many say they are reassured by Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra's guarantee that the country is safe. And whether or not it is because of the Prime Minister's assurances, SARS has definitely not hampered Songkran festivities in the Thai capital. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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09-22-2012, 04:40 AM	#23
feannigvogten Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 412 Senior Member	My guess is that she is in the 3rd and 4th picture. The pictures were taken at different times of the possession, and only 2 similiar persons are found in the 2 picture.The lady in red with short hair and tan short bermudas and the man in blue shirt/with black marking. So I guess its the lady in red. Did I get it? Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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Junrlaeh Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 568 Senior Member	More....More....MORE Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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IdomeoreTew Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 562 Senior Member	Saturday 12th April 2003 in Chiang Mai. Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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09-22-2012, 05:06 AM	#26
feannigvogten Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 412 Senior Member	Darn.......I didn't get it. Besides, I thought the lady i had guess was kinda...auntie type.5555. An air ticket to thailand? Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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09-22-2012, 05:49 AM	#27
Marlboro-oroblraM Join Date Oct 2005 Posts 376 Senior Member	Quote[/b] ]Special prize for the person who can spot the love of my life in one of those photos. Is the lady in blue or the lady wearing the traditional thai clothes? Share Share this post on Digg Del.icio.us Technorati Twitter
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