Bar & Restaurant, Pattaya, Thailand - Kim Fletcher Landlord Jameson's the Irish Pub


New Diaries are uploaded around midnight on Thursday, local time, here in Pattaya by the Landlord Kim Fletcher.
Diary No. 227 Week of 13th July 2009 - 19th July 2009 Updated 23rd July 2009
Marathon Men.... What a superbly organized event. The Pattaya Marathon was completed by the Fat Landlord (well the Half Marathon). But I must say how well organized it all was, I never knew people could be so well organized in that time of day, but they were. Everything went of with split second timing, considering the thousands of people who were about to run there legs into the ground a real achievement, getting everything done on time etc. Then on the actual Run (well Walk ...............Stroll?) There were loads of stocked up water stops all with people buzzing about filling up cups full of icy water, energy drinks, fruit, etc all laughing and joking and cheering at the same time. Marvelous. Ashley was there doing the 1/4 Marathon I must admit a few facts though. I got there nicely on time, thanks to our wonderful Driver 'Brake' who picked me up on his motorbike at 3.30 in the morning, I wanted to be early as I did not want to let anybody down, I never imagined it would be so well organized, no hassle at all clear announcements in Thai and English, everybody milling about with smiles on their faces. I of course then nearly dropped the bomb by burning my leg on the motorcycle exhaust fortunately not badly. Then I met up with Alex Woods and at exactly 5.00 a.m. off we jolly well went. Everybody (including Alex) disappeared into the distance and by the time I got to Dolphin Roundabout I was 'Man walking alone' Head Bartender Bob with his Side Kick J.J came and ran along for about 10 yards before thinking better of it, Moo and Wanchai came down to give me a send off, but got lost (getting lost Wanchai and Moo on Beach Road in Pattaya ..... Hmmmm). The Police had all the roads blocked off and I thought as I was way behind everybody else they would not be happy with me, but not a bit of it, at every intersection I got a little cheer, the traffic halted as I was ushered through. Almost Surreal. At the top of North Road, the Ambulance designated for the Half Marathon picked up my trail and followed me all the way round, really nice people in the Ambulance, like my own little mini crowd. The actual Full Marathon runners passed me on Sukhumvit Road, which was great because all the time then there was somebody around, all passing me of course, but all with a cheery comment as they flew past me. Then on the home stretch it was great fun with loads of people (most of whom I kinda think had not been to bed) cheering anything that moved. Quite an anti-climax when you actually finished. Everybody got a Medal (even fat old people like me). Extraordinarily I was back in the Pub by 8.45 a.m. wondering what to do with the rest of the day. Kim Fletcher doing a very good impression of a Meatball with legs about to do a Marathon Many Thanks to Tom and Brake for all the photos on the diary this week I would like to add a great Big Thank You to all the people who gladly sponsored me to get round, it was certainly very inspirational. The Money will go towards making My Mum Edna Harrisson a Platinum Sponsor for The Jesters Care4Kids Charity Drive 2009. So we know that every penny will be well spent. The Jesters themselves were my first Major Sponsors which made me very proud in itself, Bob Davis took over the role of Manager with aplomb, and Sponsor Organizer etc, it was Steve Page's idea to get sponsorship (so that was a good idea). Brian Abbott and Dobsy sent me home in time on Saturday night and all the following people sponsored me: Ray Campbell, Steve Page, Derek Hunter, Derek McTighe, Ian Harrington, Chris Lock, Sasitorn, Sam Peebles, Steve Hogarth, Kevin Frost, Victor Zac, Hoser, Blowfly, Slacky, Nick Frost, Rich Wibrow, Little Big Dave Hoyle, Peter Malhotra, Flemming Schulthess, Geoff Evans, Tony Bailey, Sid Silk, Richard, Graham Macdonald, P. Hoossa, Alex Woods, Paul Dobby, Paul Holmes, M.A.Simons, Jimmy (Brum), Paul Strachan, The Jesters, Bob Davis, Capt. Steve, John, Deb & Simon, Tropical Bert, Bruce, Alison, K.C, Chicken Nick, Pet-Hot-Restaurant, Mark Hepburn, Kevin Stewart, Barrie Scarboro, Brian Abbott, Coun Hasons, Graham Woo, Simon Quigley, Jimmy Howard, Kevin Ganzevoort, Dave Pearce, John Kennedy, Mark Gorda, Peter Bull, Muffy Kerr, Darren H., Jim Sherman, Dave D., John M., & Paul. Now I might of actually been bringing up the rear in the Half Marathon, BUT in the over 50's category for playing air guitar or keyboards all the way round (much to the amusement of my own Ambulance crew). I easily came first. My thanks go out to Geoff Evans for powering me round the course with my brand new Birthday Present of an iPod, and my trustee hat no wonder I got a smile wherever I went, Edna of Havenwear for the splendid socks, Middleborough for the shorts! The Jesters who supplied me with the perfect shirt and Bandana for the run. My mate Brake for getting me there, and taking me back to the Pub afterwards, Alex Woods for his commitment, and Woody our Care4Kids President, who gave me full support, and Kevin Mitch, who came down to see me along the Jomtien Beach Road stretch. Most of all I thank the Organizers, at the start and finish lines, and the all important in-between bits, and all the people who actually ran the Marathon, and so kindly put up with me.
Them Ribs are huge. The Pork Ribs served at Jameson's are so BIG that they will not fit on an ordinary plate Mark and Kevin are amazed The Landlord is even thinking about a Half Marathon The long Goodbye for Derek McTighe as he leaves to go back to Scotland leaving behind Mrs. McTighe Sa Tracy, Rosemary and Little John Fletcher Simon Quigley as it is he. Just loves having his photo taken Graham MacDonald (The Font of All Knowledge) where he belongs on Rugby days More Sponsorship. Great Waves of it J.K, protecting his leg, Kim, and Jim Bob in his classic pose Wanchai's Team Jim signs up Dobsy likes a beer he does Two Football stars together Brian Abbott and the one and only Jimmy (The RatCatcher) Howard	The Robertson's and The Rutherford's Marathon sponsors all. Here we have Bruce, Nicola, Suzanne, Robertson's and Alison, Trevor and Ben Rutherford The Pikes all. Ian Pike was amazed the last time he was in as he literally bumped into Big Dave. As Dave has now turned into Little Big Dave having lost so much weight Ian could not recognize him. Here is the ever popular Pikey with his family Sai, Tony, Alex, Gina, Andrew, and of course Ian himself George and Peter at the Bar Bob as bigger hit as ever with the pretty girls. Damn fine Manager of Marathon Runners too. Enthusiastic Cricket Supporter too. Imagine a week where Australia lose at Rugby to New Zealand, and at Cricket to the old enemy England. Oh perish the thought, BUT it's true Table Canada, Kevin (the Music Man order), and Blowfly discuss the Jackalope Golf Tournament The Legendary J.K John Kennedy. John's arrival certainly liven up Saturday Sponsorship from Mark Gorda is well received. Now The Landlord has to walk 21 kilometers Muffy arrives Charlie takes care of J.K, whilst Graham and Dave look on Bob in his happy place The Big Screen at Jameson's keeps Jimmy Howard glued to the screen Nova Table on Saturday night, Jim, Graham, Jimmy, Dobsy, J.K, and a Landlord that should of gone to bed Landlord has gone
The Landlord as usual is milking his Birthday for all it's worth. I started on Monday with the Hash House Harriers (who really proved they are a Drinking Club with a chronic running problem) and has carried on all this week, Lunch at Bruno's the works, getting old disgracefully. Friday sees us with a dual party firstly for the Pattaya Sports Club and their Monthly Golf Tournament presentation, followed by the Pattaya Community Players having a shindig with the idea of attracting some new blood into their ranks. So all of you with golfing aspirations should see Perry McNeeley immediately, or those with dreams of treading the boards should also come along to the Pub on Friday night. Saturday sees the second game in the Tri-Nations with South Africa hosting the New Zealand All Blacks. After last weeks, game this should be a really good game. Kick off will be at 7.00 p.m. on Saturday 25th July. When the Landlord promises that this will also be the last day of his Birthday Celebrations .........Till next year. Of course this week has seen many people dashing into the bar in need of refreshments. Abbott's of all shapes and sizes, Birmingham Jimmy, RayC, Young Steve, we obviously all miss our regular visits from Scottish Derek, all of the Pattaya Hash House Harriers who so kindly gave me the Plague which will be up on the wall in pride of place by the time you read this. Johny Live is as talkative as ever, it was great seeing Mark Stubbs, Farmer Harrington, nice to get Birthday Greetings from Penelope Main (who's she?). Two major sports events this week. The second in the Tri-Nations Rugby Series with the South African Springboks taking on the New Zealand All Blacks at 9.00 p.m. on Saturday 25th July. Followed on Sunday by Dr. Iain Corness and Cronies watching the Formula One battle at 7.00 p.m. In the Jameson's sports room. Rony Fineman and Family are still away on vacation, but send regards to all, and informs me he is having a very good time. When he comes back of course there will be plenty to do especially getting the new Nova Gold Hotel right next door to Jameson's up and running. So that Mottman can come and stay there. Have a good week Rony, Kim, and Moo
The Boys Simon Quigley, Simon Philbrook, and Eoin Quirke The Youth Policy Erm. It's Bob again The lovely Lee with Jaya Abbott Happy Birthday Dad from Rosemary John helps with the unwrapping Somewhere in here is Bob Davis Books for my Birthday. Thanks Bjorn Bjorn gets stuck into the Staff	Sunday night after all this exercise lark, we get down to the more serious business of Drinking, Runner Alex Woods, Walker Kim Fletcher, and Manager Bob Davis Kevin Johnston with the troops A very happy Jaya with Dobsy Jaya, Donna, Elizabeth, and Lee on parade Ko arrives to entertain us all Bob Davis a Star is born Whenever there is a pretty girl. Bob wants his picture taken. Here it is Bob and Donna Nova Table on Monday night s the Abbott's take over The return of the Mighty Mark Stubbs (Thanks for the Sponsorship Mark). The Jameson's front row for Wednesday night Kim Fletcher, Mark Stubbs and Johny Live The Amazin' Brian Abbott, Young Steve, Dobsy and Donna
Fun at Jameson's Kim starts to celebrate 53 years on the planet with the staff Presentation for the Landlord from the Pattaya Hash House Harriers The Nova Gold Hotel nears completion
Kim Fletcher and Jameson's thoughts turn to the Jesters Care4Kids Charity Drive 2009 The Jesters Care4Kids Charity Drive is coming up very quickly. Let me just remind you of the dates for the main events on Sunday 13th September 2009 is the Jesters Care4Kids Charity Fair at the Diana Driving Range and Resort, which this year looks like it is going to be even bigger and better this year than last (if that is possible). Kevin Mitch once again stepping into the breach, and doing all the organization in his usual brilliant military precision style. Now whilst talking about the Fair can I also remind everybody that Jameson's amongst other things, has a Used Book Stall at the Fair run by Judi McNamara. The Used Book Stall is always great fun and also raises a nice lot of money for the kids. It is simple logic. (A) You kindly donate to us all your old used books, which can be dropped off at Jameson's or TQ any time, the earlier the better so we can get them sorted. (B) You come to the Fair, and then buy a lot of good books at a cheap price, come early for the best selection. (C) We give all the money we raise to Kevin who hands it on to the Care4Kids Charity Drive. Easy. The next event after the Fair is the Jesters Care4Kids Charity Party Night at Jameson's on Saturday 19th September 2009 which will feature Paul Jackson as our compeer, Music from Mike Gerrard, Rick and Harpic Bryant, and to bring us all to a Rockin' close Pop's Pattaya All Stars and assorted guests. On that night there will also be the arrival of Eric and Robert from their marathon Charity Bike Ride always an amazing feat of endurance, the climax to the Raffle and the fantastic Jesters Care4Kids Charity Auction. The Auction Site is up and running, with lots of good things up there already, all you have to do is click on the link on the left hand side of this page and you will be whisked into Ron Keeley of World of Wine Auction Site, there is plenty to look at and you might even fancy putting a bid in yourself. Plenty already have. There are plenty of ways of helping the Jesters Care4Kids Charity Drive 2009, Obviously by coming to the Fair, and the Party Night, making bids on the Auction Site, buying Raffle Tickets, buying T-Shirts, taking a Bumper Sticker for your car, taking and reading one of our brochures and showing them to other people (all available at Jameson's or TQ). If you would like to know some more right now please click on the link on the right hand side of the page for the Jesters Care4Kids and you will go on a journey to see all about us the website. It is regularly updated and is run by our Chairman, Lewis (Woody) Underwood, and our Webmaster David Smith, a very good Charity, run by some wonderful people, to help those less fortunate than others. Please click this link - Jesters Charity Drive Corporate Letter 2009
	Cheers, see you at the Bar *Kim* landlord@jamesons-pattaya.com
Please contact Mr. Kim or Reception at Nova Park ........ Tel: (038) 415 304 - 8

New Diaries are uploaded around midnight on Thursday, local time, here in Pattaya by the Landlord Kim Fletcher.