Outside Looking Inside

Just letting you all know, as I'm sure you have heard on the news there has been a military coup d'etat in Thailand.

My company has closed until we understand what's happening. Bangkok is under martial law, but it's very peacefull. No shots fired and largely has the support of the Thai people after what PM Thaksin has done to this country for the last 5 years.

We're okay. Very far from the action. Schools are open. It's only the businesses that are impacted. I'll keep you posted and I'm working from home.

You know this is my third coup d'etat! I was in Indonesia when Suhuarto was deposed (that was dangerous). I was in Pakistan with Musharif took over (that was peaceful), and now Thailand. This should also be peacefull, though we'll see how it goes after Thaksin returns from New York and the UN HQ.

Thaksin, as a graduate of the academy has always enjoyed the 100% support of the National Police and some of the more junior Army commanders (Lt. Cols and Brigadiers). The coup Leader, General Sonthi is, from all accounts a good man, more tending to negotiation and planning than shoot first ask questions later. Hopefully it remains that way.

Love to all, Suthnuh