Yes Hummin. Like you, I live in the middle of nowhere, 35 km from Phitsanulok City. I am the only Falang around. My Mrs family all live very close, but give me no problems, or ask for money! The burning has just started but seems quite calm this year. The common sense is as usual for most Thais, very lacking in it. I try not to get involved in things which don't affect me personally, like Trump or Starmer, my Grandson is more important to me.