Learning a new language is an intellectual pursuit that not only keeps your mind sharp but also earns you the respect of the locals, it also gives one an insight into the psyche of the locals. I speak 3 languages and that enriches my life. People who don't speak German for instance say that Germans have no sense of humour, having lived there for over 35 years and speak German fluently I can say that this just isn't true, it's just nuanced differently from British humour. Listening to Thai girls speak in relation to their falang escort is also amusing. I remember seeing a loved up falang with his Thai girl who was making arrangements with 3 other Thai girls to go out eating, " Later", she said, "I've got to give this", indicating the star struck falang, "A service first, it won't take long." I felt sorry for him but couldn't help laughing, which drew shocked glances from the girls.