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I did not lift my foot high enough a couple of weeks ago going up the steps. Stuff happens ... no signs of dementia as yet.

I confess to being a foot massage, "addict". Now over 12 years. For a Thai massage, I too would find most too much ... maybe an oil massage needing the muscles but not stressing them nor having sussed strong twists. Ha! Some truth there!

Dear Kingdom of Thailand, You still consider me a "tourist". OK, min. 65K baht transferred in from the USA each month for over 12 years thus far (actually $316,800.00+ USD). And for the last 7 years supporting my Thai Wife and Stepdaughter. So, how does that compute for your sustainability? No more than two traffic fines (minor) in all that time. How about recognition as a Foreign Long Term Resident without the need for 90 day Reports (report only when changing residents)? No need for other foreigners to point out that I am dreaming or that it will never happen, like I said I have been here over 12 years ... but a guy can still hope ...

My first thought ... hmm, new math.

Only interpreted as such due to the culture you are in or the observers outlook. My Thai Wife is 26 years younger but ... don't get excited at my 76 years of age, it means she is 50. Still, on a recent visit to the USA, there were a few observations interpreted by me as a bit envious.

Just a consideration for the young. Yes, I understand getting a tattoo is more acceptable these days ... depending on the culture, of course. My youngest Son is greatly upset due to having tattoos and having that as a reason cited for not being acceptable for some law enforcement and military services. Whether one agrees or not, take a look at the higher social strata ... tattoos accepted. No I am not talking about entertainers (that includes sports figures). Again, you are not required to agree but you may be faced with dealing with social reality.

Reason I do not get entangled. We saw in history what happens to Thai "neutrality" when push comes to shove. I do not fix blame on Thailand for wanting to preserve their nation ... and I recall how they were able to do that in the past, in all its aspects. I believe there are a number of retired US military personnel around Udon Thani who can tell many a story. Sorry, currently rewatching, "Air America'.

Agree as an American. Also agree with not selling the latest US fighter aircraft to Thailand. Maintain your balance ... Thailand has its hands full in suppressing Chinese inroads into Thailand.

Watching for this free booster in Chiang Mai ...

Biden? The current holdup was very publicly initiated by a US Republican minority. Clean vote on debt ceiling (to pay for already Congress approved spending). Then, absolutely a knock down ... drag out budget debate. What spending do Americans want ... military, social programs benefitting the working middle class upon whom any hope of a participatory democracy depends. and how to tax ourselves to pay for what we want the government to support.

Used up my lifetime beer allotment in college so I leave this to others. Now, if oenophilists become involved let me know.

I would take the bivalente Pfizer or Moderna booster here in Chiang Mai on the same free basis as my previous 3 shots.

I fear dealing with the ignorance is the price of attracting the tourist dollars/pounds/yuan/ etc.

I am done with this … if I was ever open to a radical Republican House minority holding me hostage … Pay the damn bills as required by the U.S. Constitution (how is that for “original intent”!). Then, yes let us see your Republican budget! The President presented his in March … where is your concrete proposal for addressing spending … what do you want restricted? Cut? What tax raises do you propose to pay for the difference in income and spending. Put up or get the hell out of the way of those of us that want progress not BS!!!

Good to know the 2017 Republican tax reduction primarily benefitting the wealthy and corporations did not add to the income shortfall.

??? Right to make their own decisions concerning pregnancy medical care ...

The greatest privacy protection most of us have is that no one cares about us … because they cannot make money off any reporting about us.

Ha! My Wife was 37k when we met … yikes! 41K 6 years later. Then again I arrived in Thailand 12 years ago at 66K and now clock in at 80K!!! Fat and happy.

You have an ally in wanting equal treatment of the retired working middle class.

Economic refugee, in reverse. I cannot have a sustainable monthly working middle class retirement in the USA on my $2400.00 USD total a month ($1526.00 of that from earned Social Security … based on my working life income). So … fairly significant pension? I have joined millions of other working middle class westerners retired to lower cost countries. You have issues with my statement of fact?

Currently biting my tongue after a 41 year career as a U.S. educator. Middle school, high school and retired as Professor Emeritus of History and International Programs.

Possible ... but I think that would go against the treatment of past coup leaders. Thailand has a long history of dealing with political/social unrest through coups, then trying again to allow greater political/social freedom. In the end, Thailand leans toward the Chinese government model of not letting political/social unrest getting too far out of hand.

Returned from USA on April 24, the 2nd half of a RT ticket. Korean Air agent at Dulles checked with supervisor. As I have a valid Visa for reason of Marriage (until February 2024) and Return Permission stamp ... no issue.

Citing Faux News as a creditable news source? Dismissed ...

I did experience an air conditioning condensation issue on a domestic Chinese flight in 1997. Think it was a DC-3 because you literally walked up the aisle. We left the airfield where it was unbearably hot and humid. As we gained altitude rolls of fog began to pour into the cabin from overhead (no smell of smoke so of little concern). It was like the "Twilight Zone" as the Stewardess walked toward the front of the plane and disappeared into the fog!!!